Reporting on the outcome of a one-year study of Grade 3 children’s intentional use of tablet computers; this demonstration will explore how early literacy experiences were enhanced at school, at an after school program, and at home. A culminating creative literacy project, as well as in-class digital literacy experiences will be showcased.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
Understand benefits and limitations of community digital literacy collaborations.
Learn how to replicate a similar program at their own school, public library, or community centre.
Discover the potential of mobile technologies for creative projects including digital poetry and reading buddy initiatives.
