Technology and Critical Literacy in Early Childhood

This book explores how technology and critical literacies are integrated into childhood curricula and teaching,using real-world stories and examples to demonstrate their benefits. It provides strategies,theoretical frameworks,and resources for teachers,and includes discussions of media literacy and new pedagogical tools. It is a valuable resource for pre-service teachers,students,and primary teachers and educators.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 156 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In its second edition, this widely acclaimed text delves into classrooms where technology and critical literacies are seamlessly integrated into childhood curricula and teaching practices. Through captivating real-world anecdotes, it explores the unique opportunities that ICTs offer critical literacy development in young children, while also examining how new technologies can be strategically positioned to facilitate meaningful and authentic learning experiences. While concise, the text provides a comprehensive framework that encompasses strategies, theoretical frameworks, practical demonstrations, and valuable resources for educators.

The second edition of this text has been thoroughly updated to incorporate discussions on media literacy and emerging pedagogical tools. It showcases new classroom examples and experiences that illustrate how critical literacy, technology, and media literacy converge in everyday life within the early childhood classroom. The engaging examples serve as a guide for teachers, demonstrating how to leverage the interests and inquiry questions of young learners to create a critical curriculum that fosters deep learning and meaningful engagement.

Each chapter in this book includes thoughtful Reflection Points, pedagogical invitations, and Resource Boxes, designed to inspire educators to explore new possibilities of working with students in engaging and supportive ways. Whether you are a pre-service teacher, student in Early Childhood Education and Literacy Education, primary teacher, or educator, this book offers invaluable insights, guidance, and tools that will enhance your teaching practices and contribute to the growth and development of your students.

Weight: 285g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367026516
Edition number: 2 ed