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Digital Literacy: A Primer on Media, Identity, and the Evolution of Technology,Used
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The Internet, World Wide Web, and digital devices have fundamentally changed the way people communicate, affecting everything from business, to school, to family, to religion, to democracy. This textbook takes a wellrounded view of the evolution from media literacy to digital literacy to help students better understand the digitally filtered world in which they live.The text explores digital literacy through three lenses: Historical: reviews snapshots of time and space to delineate how things were in order to lend context to how they are; Cultural: explores how values and ideals are constructed and conveyed within a given cultural context how humans absorb and share the informal rules and norms that make up a society; Critical: illuminates how social changes particularly rapid ones can put certain people at a disadvantage.All three angles are helpful for better understanding the myriad ways in which our identities and relationships are being altered by technology, and what it means to be a citizen in a society that has become individualized and is in constant flux.Written in a conversational and approachable style, the text is easy to navigate, with short chapters, short paragraphs, and bullet points. Comics and images illustrate complex topics and add visual interest.The text is ideal for media literacy, digital information literacy, and technology courses that seek to integrate human impact into the mix. It is also a good starting point for anyone wanting to know more about the impact of communication technologies on our lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Digital Literacy: A Primer on Media, Identity, and the Evolution of Technology'? A: The textbook focuses on the evolution from media literacy to digital literacy, helping students understand the impact of digital communication on various aspects of life, including business, education, and society.
- Q: Who is the author of this textbook? A: The author of 'Digital Literacy: A Primer on Media, Identity, and the Evolution of Technology' is Susan Wiesinger.
- Q: What are the three lenses through which digital literacy is explored in this book? A: The book explores digital literacy through historical, cultural, and critical lenses, providing a comprehensive understanding of technology's impact on identity and society.
- Q: How is the content of the book structured? A: The content is structured in a conversational and approachable style, featuring short chapters, paragraphs, and bullet points for easy navigation.
- Q: What kind of visual aids are included in the book? A: The textbook includes comics and images that illustrate complex topics and enhance visual interest, aiding in the understanding of digital literacy.
- Q: Is this textbook suitable for students new to digital literacy? A: Yes, the text is ideal for media literacy, digital information literacy, and technology courses, making it a good starting point for those wanting to learn about the impact of communication technologies.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Digital Literacy: A Primer on Media, Identity, and the Evolution of Technology' have? A: The textbook contains 179 pages.
- Q: When was this textbook published? A: The textbook was published on January 24, 2016.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as new.