Dramatic shifts in our communication landscape have made it crucial for
language teaching to go beyond print literacy and encompass the digital
literacies which are increasingly central to learners' personal, social,
educational and professional lives. By situating these digital
literacies within a clear theoretical framework, this book provides
educators and students alike with not just the background for a deeper
understanding of these key 21st-century skills, but also the rationale
for integrating these skills into classroom practice. This is the first
methodology book to address not just why but also how to teach digital
literacies in the English language classroom. This book provides:
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A theoretical framework through which to categorise and prioritise
digital literacies
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Practical classroom activities to help learners and teachers develop
digital literacies in tandem with key language skills
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A thorough analysis of the pedagogical implications of developing
digital literacies in teaching practice
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A consideration of exactly how to integrate digital literacies into
the English language syllabus
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Suggestions for teachers on how to continue their own professional
development through PLNs (Personal Learning Networks), and how to
access teacher development opportunities online.
This book is ideal for English language teachers, English language
learners of all ages and levels, academics and researchers of all age
groups and levels, academics and students researching digital
literacies, and anyone looking to expand their understanding of digital
literacies within a teaching framework.
