Learning and the e-generation / Jean D.M. Underwood & Lee Farrington-Flint.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Underwood, Jean D. M., author.

Farrington-Flint, Lee, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education--Great Britain--Data processing.

Education.

Educational technology--Great Britain.

Educational technology.

Computer-assisted instruction--Great Britain.

Computer-assisted instruction.

Generation Y--Great Britain.

Generation Y.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (229 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

Malden, Massachusetts : John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2015.

Summary:

Learning and the E-Generation examines the impact of new and emerging digital technologies-from computers and tablets to social media and video games-on learners in formal and informal settings. * Assesses the psychological factors at play, including social, cognitive, and behavioral characteristics that are influenced by exposure to technology * Addresses the risks and benefits of 21 st century digital technology on children and young adults * Written by two experts in the field who draw on the latest research and practice from psychology, neuroscience, and education * Discusses the potential of technology to make the learning process more authentic and engaging, as well as the obstacles which can prevent this from happening effectively

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-118-89757-9

1-119-03047-1

1-118-89756-0

OCLC:

899134746