Media Literacy, Social Networking, and the Web 2.0 Environment for the K-12 Educator

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Focusing on media literacy, this book provides educators with insights into social networking and Web 2.0 environments. It highlights the positive impact of participatory culture among youth engaged with digital technologies, while addressing schools' hesitance to embrace these mediums. By advocating for media literacy as a framework, it demonstrates how students can effectively learn in these contexts. The book serves as a valuable resource for educators and media literacy advocates seeking to connect curriculum with the online culture of students.