This edited book presents the most recent theory, research and
practice on information and technology literacy as it relates to
the education of young children. Because computers have made it so
easy to disseminate information, the amount of available
information has grown at an exponential rate, making it impossible
for educators to prepare students for the future without teaching
them how to be effective information managers and technology users.
Although much has been written about information literacy and
technology literacy in secondary education, there is very little
published research about these literacies in early childhood
education. Recently, the National Association for the Education of
Young Children and the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and
Children s Media at Saint Vincent College published a position
statement on using technology and interactive media as tools in
early childhood programs. This statement recommends more research
to better understand how young children use and learn with
technology and interactive media and also to better understand any
short- and long-term effects. Many assume that today s young
children are digital natives with a great understanding of
technology. However, children may know how to operate digital
technology but be unaware of its dangers or its value to extend
their abilities. This book argues that information and technology
literacy include more than just familiarity with the digital
environment. They include using technology safely and ethically to
demonstrate creativity and innovation; to communicate and
collaborate; to conduct research and use information and to think
critically, solve problems and make decisions."
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