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LIBE 477: Reading Review Part B Resources to help better my understanding of: How Can Digital Technologies in the Classroom Promote Collaboration? Image courtesy of:  https://www.realdolmen.com/en/solution/succesfull-digital-collaboration Literature Research and Data Collection:  I was quite surprised about how much information about my topic is out there!  I had to review my key questions to ensure I didn’t wander off to the multitude of connections that went along with this topic.  I began with a basic Google search and found some great articles and blogs: 1. How Technology Can Encourage Student Collaboration- https://www.commonsense.org/education/articles/how-technology-can-encourage-student-collaboration  This is an article created my Commonsense Media that outlines how technology promotes teamwork and collaboration in the classroom.  It offers reasoning for using technology, how to use it effectively (beyond researching for information) a...

How Can Digital Technologies in the Classroom  Promote Collaboration? Image Courtesy of: weforum.org With our new curriculum focusing on the development of 21st century learning, it goes without saying that technology is an aspect that needs to be explored with students for future readiness of learning, problem solving and adapting to the skills necessary for future job positions. The particular district I’m working in has invested a lot of money in improving the technology students have access to. My school at the moment is fortunate enough to be outfitted with 3 iPad carts, 5 chrome book carts and a computer lab that has transformed into a chrome book lab.  Image courtesy of: HPstore.com Image courtesy of: thewirecutter.com Our students themselves have more access to technology than what I’ve observed in my early teaching history; from iPads and computers at home to their own personal smartphones; they are digital natives.  The grade seven studen...