Born Quote by John Palfrey
“It's not about being digital. It's about students who are born digital.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: EDUCAUSE, 2018
Education must adapt to students who are inherently digital, not just digitize content.
In simple terms: Teach for digital natives, not just digitize teaching.
Key Takeaway
Design learning for digital fluency.
Themes
education
digital natives
pedagogy
Mood
forward‑looking
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- curriculum design
- teacher training
- student engagement
Key Concepts
learning theory
technology integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you balance digital and traditional skills?
- What methods support both tech‑savvy and other learners?
A Different Perspective
Digital focus may overlook non‑digital skills.
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