6. “… today’s students, of almost any age, are far ahead of their teachers in computer literacy. They prefer to access subject information on the Internet, where it is more abundant, more accessible and more up-to-date.” National Technology Plan, 2005
10. “ The kind of questioning, collaborative, active, lateral rather than hierarchical pedagogy that participatory media both forces and enables is not the kind of change that takes places quickly or at all in public schools.” Howard Rheingold, author Smart Mobs
11. Internet Use by Adults vs. Teens Pew Internet & American Life Project, 2003
16. An environment you create for yourself around a passionate interest or topic. It allows you to connect with others who have the same interest and build a community that exceeds walls or geographic boundaries. You are providing yourself with access to relevant information from a variety of sources, whose value you determine. Personal Learning Network