Table of Contents
Foreword ix
Acknowledgments xiii
Introduction xvii
What This Book is and Isn't xx
Connection to ISTE Standards xxiv
Chapter 1 Digital Rights 1
Have you ever considered whether connected learning is a digital right?
Understanding Digital Access as a Right for Kids 6
Supportingand Encouraging Responsible Tech Use 9
Chapter 2 Digital Purpose 15
Have you ever thought about how you connect your students to what Matters in the world?
Feeling the Pulse of Digital Connection 18
Contextualizing the Work 19
Purpose of LivBits 22
Chapter 3 Digital Authenticity 27
Have you ever thought about the power of authentic student voice in digital spaces?
Acknowledging Authentic Student Voice 30
Connected Learning Matters 31
Leaning On Your Digital Crew 32
Block and Bloom 34
Embracing a Digital Conscience 35
Understanding and Engaging Your Audience 38
Chapter 4 Digital Creation 43
Did you know creating content online helps kids feel connected to the world?
Let Passions Drive Creation 46
Seeing More Clearly 48
Keep Reading! Keep Thinking! 50
The KidLit Show 56
Liv's Lists 60
Team Genie 63
Chapter 5 Digital Activism 67
Have you have ever considered the power of kids developing an activist stance in their learning?
One Tiny Step Can Spark Change 71
#KidsCanTeachUs 76
Chapter 6 Digital Exploration 81
Have you ever thought about the power of being a global learner?
Problem-Solving and Perseverance 83
Reflection and Exploration 85
The Power of Global Connectedness 87
Exploration Is Continuous 90
Diverse Spaces and Tools Invite Innovation 94
Chapter 7 Digital Future 97
Have you ever thought about the sparks needed to ignite the future for kids and technology?
Spark Hope 102
Spark Story 106
Spark Action 108
Lesson Ideas to Try 113
Breaking the News 114
Mirror Illusion 116
Spread the Light 118
3D Book Review 120
Kids Can Teach Us: Te'Lario Watkins 122
The #SatSketch Process 124
Show and Tell 127
Appendix A LivBit Planning Sheet 131
Appendix B ISTE Standards for Students 133
References 139
Index 143
