Squeezing in Dig. Lit.

We know technology/digital literacy has to be taught (we can’t rely on the theory of the digital native) yet, given your already full curriculum, how will you begin to teach digital literacy?

Although not the hugest fan of EDI, Explicit Direct Instruction, given the abuse it has suffered at that hands of those who interpret it to mean lower DOK level, Depth of Knowledge,  questioning and over simplistic curriculum, Dig Lit must be initially overt and then reinforced in other subjects. Far too many times we are forced to bury initiatives and supplemental curriculum into our already jam packed subject matter, only to diffuse the intended impact and meaning of both.  It is in these areas in particular where we should be innovative, looking to alternate platforms and the structure of our academic day to meet these competing demands. This is not to absolve teachers of the responsibility to reinforce the tenets of Dig. Lit. as it will not truly be learned if not made relevant through continued utilization. We must also establish plans that consider the needs of our existing student population recognizing that a bulk of us have not fully adopted and articulated the ISTE standards.