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“Our Digital Immigrant instructors, who speak an outdated language (that of the pre-digital age), are struggling to teach a population that speaks an entirely new language” quote by Marc Prensky
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“Our Digital Immigrant instructors, who speak an outdated language (that of the pre-digital age), are struggling to teach a population that speaks an entirely new language”

Marc Prensky

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Older educators must adapt language and methods to connect with students fluent in digital communication

In simple terms: Teaching requires updating language for digital natives

Key Takeaway

Learn and use digital communication styles in teaching

Themes

education adaptation communication

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

educational transformative

When to use this quote

  • classroom instruction
  • online courses
  • training workshops

Key Concepts

digital literacy generational gap

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you bridge the language gap?
  • What digital tools can you integrate into lessons?
A Different Perspective

Resistance to change can hinder progress

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