Age Quote by Marc Prensky
“Our Digital Immigrant instructors, who speak an outdated language (that of the pre-digital age), are struggling to teach a population that speaks an entirely new language”
About This Quote
Source Book: Digital Natives, Digital Immigrants, 2001
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
Learn and use digital communication styles in teaching
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- online courses
- training workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you bridge the language gap?
- What digital tools can you integrate into lessons?
Resistance to change can hinder progress