1-to-1 Learning, Second Edition: Laptop Programs That Work Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been working in 1:1 schools since 2003. I know Pamela and am familiar with her work. I've got both editions of this book. VERY useful if you're at a school considering 1:1. Excellent foundational advice and info.

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When all students in the classroom have a laptop, tablet, or handheld computer at their fingertips, a whole new world of instructional possibilities appears. Get ready to tap those possibilities with Pamela Livingston's guide to 1-to-1 programs that work. You'll find practical planning advice, case studies of successful programs, and a host of implementation resources. Livingston updates this new edition with chapters on 1-to-1 leadership, tablet PCs, and the shift toward learner-centric educational environments. Also included in the new edition is a handy resource mapping the new Web 2.0 tools to various subject areas. Praise for the first edition:
The Arizona Department of Education recommends 1-to-1 Learning: Laptop Programs That Work for its schools, stating, 'This book will give significant help in planning and using laptops in a classroom and be of help in developing a proposal.'
'A timely book...1-to-1 Learning: Laptop Programs That Work is a comprehensive resource for planning and implementing laptop programs in the classroom.'-CDW-G Newsletter
'Livingston presents an organized, thorough, readable, and realistic guide for schools considering the implementation of 1-to-1 computing.' -William M. Broderick, Head of School, Fort Worth Academy
'By far the most complete, concise, and well-documented resource available. I just ordered copies for everyone on our technology committee. We are preparing for a 2010 rollout of our 1-to-1 program. 1-to-1 Learning: Laptop Programs That Work will be by our sides through every step of the process.'-Mitch Ward, Technology Coordinator, Carondelet High School
Topics include:
-technology integration-technology planning-tablet PCs-Web 2.0
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and ISTE's annual conference (formerly known as the National Educational Computing Conference, or NECC), ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.
Some of the areas in which we publish are: -Web. 2.0 in the classroom-RSS, podcasts, and more-National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) -Professional development for educators and administrators-Integrating technology into the classroom and curriculum-Safe practices for the Internet and technology-Educational technology for parents

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The Digital Diet: Today's Digital Tools in Small Bytes Review

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(More customer reviews)In their book, The Digital Diet- Today's Digital Tools in Small Bytes, authors Churches, Crockett, and Jukes have empowered everyone from the most naïve of digital immigrants (like myself) to veteran "techies" (like most of my student teachers) for effectively using technology to foster productive learning in the classroom. In pragmatic, down-to-earth, 1-2-3 directions they have garnered the essence of major technological tools and presented them to learners (students and teachers) in an efficient, graduated way. They offer the latest strategies to help engage students in their own learning through various tools readily available and easily accessible on the internet.
The book's blueprint is excellent - provide the essential vocabulary, explain through both graphics and words in a common sense manner, deliver a well-thought-out rubric aligned with Bloom's Taxonomy, and provide resources for further study. Each chapter ends with follow-up questions, which can be used for individual reflection or group discussion.
Their guiding principles for what it means to be a responsible, ethical digital user should be required knowledge for every member of the internet society! This book is deceptively simple in its design and monumental in its impact. I've spend the entire week-end following up on their suggestions and can honestly say, "I'm hooked!!"
As someone who works with teachers and administrators on a daily basis, I can wholeheartedly assure both novice and veteran educators that this book is worth your time and money. It simplifies the mysteries of teaching to the digital learner and challenges us to view students as partners in their own learning! It is empowering, informative, and most of all -- useful!
--Debbie Silver, Ed.D. (teacher, author, consultant, speaker)

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Understanding today's online world and relating to the digital generation can be a daunting process for the newcomer. Readers are invited to feast on a tantalizing buffet of the various kinds of digital fare such as blogs, wikis, social networking and podcasting."The Digital Diet" supplies an entertaining commentary on the basics of understanding many of the most popular online programs in use today. In addition, it gives in-depth guidance for more advanced users, and also demonstrates how these versatile and user-friendly applications can be utilized in today's classroom to foster enjoyable and productive learning.

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