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by Brittany Washburn (Author)
Turn classroom devices from distractions into powerful tools for creativity, collaboration, and deeper learning.
"The Digital Classroom" gives teachers a clear, practical roadmap for using technology to transform learning instead of adding one more thing to the plate. Written for K through 12 educators, tech coaches, and school leaders, this book shows you how to move students from passive screen time to active creation, collaboration, and problem solving.
At the heart of the book is the iTECH model Inspire, Try, Expand, Create, Huddle. This flexible framework helps you introduce new tools with purpose, guide students through structured exploration, and use technology to deepen thinking in any subject area. Whether you are just getting started with classroom devices or already comfortable with educational technology, you will find ideas you can use right away.
Inside "The Digital Classroom" you will discover
- A step by step breakdown of the iTECH model so you can plug any digital tool into a clear learning sequence
- Cross curricular examples that show how to use technology in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, the arts, and more
- Practical lesson ideas that turn common tools into engines for creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking
- Guidance to help you support diverse learners, build digital citizenship, and make sure technology is accessible for all students
- Suggestions for assessing tech rich work so you can measure impact on learning, not just engagement
"The Digital Classroom" is designed to be encouraging and realistic, not overwhelming. Brittany Washburn writes from years of experience supporting teachers and students, and she understands the constraints of real classrooms. With this book as your guide, you will be able to plan tech infused lessons with confidence and help your students build the digital fluency they need for the future.
This is your playbook for turning everyday devices into powerful tools for teaching and learning.
