Developing Digital Literacies Skills: 21st-Century Special Education Transition Services

• In Event: 34.078 - Roundtable Session 13
  In Roundtable Session: 34.078-13 - Impact of Technology on Literacy and Digital Literacy

Abstract

This September a fully online program will be introduced at a state-wide level that attempts to develop students receiving transition services digital literacy skills specifically in applying for post-secondary education opportunities and employment. Two tracts (nine modules) will be developed and released (September through May) that are designed to produce two primary outcomes (e.g. employment and college applications) and promote two secondary outcomes (e.g. digital literacy and E-learning). Project development and implementation is currently being undertaken. Data and learning outcomes will be collected throughout the academic year with each completed module.

Authors

• Michael Humphrey, Boise State University

• Patrick R. Lowenthal, Boise State University

• Quincy Conley

• Alison Lowenthal