Digital Tools for Knowledge Construction in the Elementary Grades

Digital Tools for Knowledge Construction in the Elementary Grades was written for teachers who wish to gain a better understanding of how to integrate technology into their classrooms from a student-centered perspective. When done so, students must take more control of, and therefore more responsibility for, their learning.

Michael Blocher, PhD, a professor of Educational Technology, teaches undergraduates and graduate students at Northern Arizona University's College of Education. In addition to his teaching, his research agenda focuses on technology integration and has published many articles and presented papers for national and international audiences.

Preface Introduction Part I: Foundations Chapter 1: Perspective Chapter 2: Instructional Strategies Chapter 3: Standards & Assessment Part II: Digital Tools for Learning Chapter 4: Technology Operations Chapter 5: Global Digital Citizenship Chapter 6: Communication & Collaboration Chapter 7: Research, Data Collection, & Analysis Chapter 8: Creating & Publishing Chapter 9: Thinking Critically: Solving Problems and Making Decisions Chapter 10: Digital Games for Learning