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Critical + Digital + Literacy

Elements of Critical Digital Literacy

This week we will explore terminology and definitions for the essential concepts for this course. Through a process of deconstructing each of the terms, then patching them back together, we will gain understanding. By collaborating on a concept map in small groups, you will analyze and synthesize ideas, information and issues related to critical digital literacy. 

Examining essential frameworks for digital teaching will focus and shape your understanding. Exploring the TPACK and SAMR models from the perspective of critical digital literacy and your personal teaching experiences will help build connections between theory and practice.

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At the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• compare and contrast the five critical digital literacy resources (Hinrichsen & Coombs) to media and digital literacy skills (Media Smarts Canada)
• identify critical elements of digital literacy from personal perspectives and current classroom trends
• describe current models for teaching and learning with technology integration 
• deconstruct, organize and arrange critical digital literacy elements in graphic form using concept mapping software (Mindomo)
• show ideas, connections and resources in a collaborative work space (Padlet) to extend thinking
• select and summarize a focus for the inquiry project

Reproduced by permission of the publisher © 2012 by tpack.org

What is 'critical'? What does critical mean to you? Where do you feel 'critical' is found in teaching or learning about digital literacy?

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Readings

• The Five Resources of Critical Digital Literacy: A framework for curriculum integration, Hinrichsen & Coombs
  
• Mapping Digital Literacy: Policy & Practice in the Canadian Education Landscape pgs 4-6, 10, 14, 32

Activities

• Collaborate on a Padlet to build connections to terms and definitions. Bring together ideas about critical digital literacy, technological pedagogical content knowledge, and SAMR.
• Work collaboratively to create a concept map in Mindomo. Information about how to access OR join is found in D2L.

Actions

• Post in D2L discussion forum

​What is critical digital literacy? What does critical mean to you? Where do you feel 'critical' is found in teaching or learning about digital literacy? How does the critical digital literacy model from Hinrichsen & Coombs support or restrict your understanding?

• Respond to two classmate's posts
• submit Exploration into Inquiry - Part 1 of the inquiry assignment

Connections to TPACK and SAMR

• Learn more about TPACK from this Common Sense Media video - Introduction to the TPACK Model

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• Learn more about TPACK, SAMR and TIMS from this collection of links, resources and information - DTL3239 - SAMR, TPACK and TIMS