About the book
The media has a huge impact on how we view society and the world, and new technologies continue to transform the way in which we work and learn. It is therefore essential that young people can engage critically in their consumption of media and the internet and are able to make informed decisions about the technologies they use.
This book explores the broad contexts and ideas that technology facilitates in our culture and considers what this means for teachers in practice. It aims to help you develop your understanding about, and pedagogy with, technology and includes:
- the implications of new media and technology on twenty-first century education;
- guidance on choosing and using digital technologies and how these affect the educational opportunities for young people;
- a consideration of students’ critical and creative thinking with digital media and their confidence and autonomy in digital consumption and production;
- references to recent research to support practice;
- Links to resources and organisations who can offer support.
Technology has a crucial role to play in processes of teaching and learning. This book is essential reading for trainee and practising teachers that wish to use a range of technological tools to form a dynamic and creative learning environment.
Editions of Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication
- EBook
- ISBN 9781136327377
- PDF
- ISBN 9781136327384
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The media has a huge impact on how we view society and the world, and new technologies continue to transform the way in which we work and learn. It is therefore essential that young people can engage critically in their consumption of media and the internet and are able to make informed decisions about the technologies they use.
This book explores the broad contexts and ideas that technology facilitates in our culture and considers what this means for teachers in practice. It aims to help you develop your understanding about, and pedagogy with, technology and includes:
- the implications of new media and technology on twenty-first century education;
- guidance on choosing and using digital technologies and how these affect the educational opportunities for young people;
- a consideration of students’ critical and creative thinking with digital media and their confidence and autonomy in digital consumption and production;
- references to recent research to support practice;
- Links to resources and organisations who can offer support.
Technology has a crucial role to play in processes of teaching and learning. This book is essential reading for trainee and practising teachers that wish to use a range of technological tools to form a dynamic and creative learning environment.
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What is Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication about?
The media has a huge impact on how we view society and the world, and new technologies continue to transform the way in which we work and learn. It is therefore essential that young people can engage critically in their consumption of media and the internet and are able to make informed decisions about the technologies they use.
This book explores the broad contexts and ideas that technology facilitates in our culture and considers what this means for teachers in practice. It aims to help you develop your understanding about, and pedagogy with, technology and includes:
- the implications of new media and technology on twenty-first century education;
- guidance on choosing and using digital technologies and how these affect the educational opportunities for young people;
- a consideration of students’ critical and creative thinking with digital media and their confidence and autonomy in digital consumption and production;
- references to recent research to support practice;
- Links to resources and organisations who can offer support.
Technology has a crucial role to play in processes of teaching and learning. This book is essential reading for trainee and practising teachers that wish to use a range of technological tools to form a dynamic and creative learning environment.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Schools and pre-schools > Secondary schools
Where can I read a sample of Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781136327377
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication?
Clive McGoun, Jonathan Savage
Who is the Publisher of the book Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Teaching Contemporary Themes in Secondary Education: Technology, Culture and Communication is available as ebook(ISBN 9781136327377) and pdf(ISBN 9781136327384)