Digital Native by Elizabeth Stiffler https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp What is your name? What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native? What connections can you make to the others’ responses? What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others? en-us 2022-02-10 23:35:58 UTC 2022-08-04 13:40:19 UTC hello@padlet.com Digital Native (Aimee Smith) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2237203104 When I hear the term "digital native", I think of someone who is adept with digital resources/the world of technology - someone who was born during the technological boom and has always been immersed within the digital world.  One question that comes to mind right away when I think of this term is... has our public school system/curriculum adapted to meet the needs of digital natives? 

**I will revisit this post and respond to peers once others have posted. ]]> 2022-07-05 11:29:38 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2237203104 Digital Native (Jeffrey Feinberg) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2238239958      When I hear the phrase and/or term "Digital Native" I automatically think of someone who  knows technology thoroughly as it relates to everything. They may have been born into the digital world and everything that provides knowledge and information is done digitally. 
     In addition, this is a person that one might come to for support and help with "all things tech" when it comes to planning, instruction and evaluation. 
      One question that I am reflecting on now as I write is "can this person function in a non-digital world"? In other words, what would happen if technology stopped for an hour, a day, even a week....]]> 2022-07-06 16:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2238239958 Digital Native (Jason Largent) jasonlargent https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2238331775 When I think or hear the terminology "Digital Native" I tend to think of someone who is comfortable and knowledgeable about a lot of different technology platforms.  

What connections I am able to make to other responses is whether these individuals are able to function without technology.  As I reflect on other responses, I am concerned that for some "digital natives" it is an escape from direct or primary communication.  

I agree with Jeff that often this might be a person to approach when having issues related to technology or needing technical support.  

I have to remind myself that my current students were born into everything we now have. They have more ease than those of us of previous generations. ]]> 2022-07-06 20:02:44 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2238331775 Digital Native (Caitlin Lowe) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239207968  What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native? -- This makes me think of someone who is well versed in technology, applications, and software. They are not the ones that are asking for help with technology but the ones who are providing the help. 
What connections can you make to the others’ responses? -- Comparing my response to others it seems we are all on the same page. Jason mentioned talking about someone who is "knowledgeable about a lot of different technology platforms" which I feel closely relates to points I m made. 
What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others? -- A question I have is, after going through Covid and experiencing Virtual Learning, how many teachers would be able to turn back and teach in a classroom without technology? Without chromebooks? I personally would struggle immensely. ]]> 2022-07-07 21:34:22 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239207968 Digital Native (Lyndsey Peterson) lyndsey_peterson https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239245964 1.) When I hear "digital native" I think of newer generations of people born at a time where digital access is high and expected. They are well versed in technology and software and adapt to newer tech much faster than non-natives.. They are comfortable in the digital world working with a variety of digital resources and platforms.

2.) In looking at others' responses, I seem to be on a similar path of understanding as most in this gorup. Caitlin Lowe mentioned ideas similar to mine, and I agree with her idea that digital natives are more likely than not the ones helping with newer forms of tech, whether it be for work or pleasure. I too worry that sometimes the immediate gratification tech offers young minds leads to other problems functioning in non-digital environments.

3.) A question I have also pertains to post-COVID and virtual learning. I wonder about the digital "burnout" many students and techers face returning to face-to-face instruction environments. I had many students this past school year begging for pen and paper assignments for a screen break since most of their coursework is encouraged to be done online. While I understand the push for more helpful tech in education, I wonder if it is too much at times. I also wonder how we balance this 21st century demand for students to be well-versed in tech, while also giving them access to more traditional methods that they feel they learn best with?]]> 2022-07-07 23:27:26 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239245964 Digital Native (Rachael Trussell) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239865974 1. I think the term "digital native" is more of an age-group than a group of people with a similar level of technological proficiency.  My dad is 71, and is the most computer/internet literate person I have ever met, but I would not consider him to be a digital native. Digital natives are people for whom technology (especially the internet) has always been part of their lives. They struggles less with new technology because they have always worked with evolving technology. 

Looking at others' responses, I really like the use of the term "immersed."  Digital natives grew up "immersed" in technology and take it for granted.  I think that's what I was trying to say above. It's not someone who works to obtain digital literacy, it's someone who was immersed in the digital world and doesn't know life without it. 

I'm really interested in the research related to teens and social media, both positive and negative. I am concerned about the evidence that demonstrates how social media (particularly instagram) has affected adolescents' mental health, self-esteem, suicide rate, sleep, etc. New research indicates that the wide use of filters on pictures is just making it worse. I have discussed this research with my students, and they absolutely don't care. My question is, what can we offer kids to get them to WANT to take a break and go offline for a little while? I'm not suggesting they shut down their accounts, but what can we offer in families and in schools that would make them WANT to set their phone down in favor of doing something else? ]]> 2022-07-08 17:03:54 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2239865974 Digital Native (John Whittington) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240258127 When I hear the term "digital native", I think of people who were born during the technology boom. People who were born into technology and grow with technology. Someone who has always had it at their finger tips and never had to really learn how to use it. 

Looking at others answer the term non-natives really sticks out. Because we still have a large population that hasn't accepted technology or still struggles with the new tech. I also agree that digital natives will never truly have struggles with new technology because they are able to adapt. 

The main questions I always have is what hindrance is technology really going to have on the youth. I see in the classroom that students are always on it, especially social media. Will it have a big effect with them for their future? Not in the sense of occurring a job. But simply having life skills such as communication, the ability to navigate, or understanding how the world works in their own eyes and not how their phones perceive it.

]]> 2022-07-09 21:23:10 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240258127 Digital Native (Kia Jones) kia_jones https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240545930 1.) When I think of the term "digital native" I think of Millennials and Generation Z because they grew up in an age of evolving technology. People of this age group generally didn't have to live without (or live very long without) modern technology, like cell phones or computers/laptops, and they have also had almost any information they needed available at the tip of their fingers. They are typically able to adapt to new technology quicker and more effectively than older generations. I think that people who are digital natives are also people who apart of the "Age of Instant Gratification." 

2.) It seems like we are all generally on the same page about what digital native means. I agree with Rachael when she said that despite her dad being extremely literate in technology, that he wouldn't necessarily be considered a digital native. He wasn't brought up in an age of technology, he's just worked hard to get where he is with technology.  I also agree with Jason that some digital natives use technology as an escape from direct communication. I have seen this in my classroom, especially during our transition into hybrid learning. I had a student who sat directly in front of me, but would only communicate with me through Schoology messages. The student would say basic things like "hi" and "bye," but would never ask me a question or participate unless it was through messages.

3.) Like Jeffrey, I wonder if these digital natives could actually function in a non-digital world. Sometimes I think my students would be fine because I focus a lot on writing music and learning how to do things on paper before I throw the "curveball" of music platforms at them, but then I'm reminded that many of my students struggle to do the simplest of tasks, like tell time or "read" a book, without some sort of technology assistance (phone or chromebook.)  

]]> 2022-07-10 22:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240545930 Digital Native(Shanquetta Townsend) shanquettatowsend https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240573501
When I hear the term digital native I instantly think of technology. Technology has caught the attention of almost everyone in the world, but the Millennials and the younger generation the most. Being born and brought up in the age of technology has given this generation an advantage over my generation.
 Learning to adapt to the ever so changing of new innovation waves of technology/ internet. Its amazing how kids have knowledge and understanding of how to
 use various technologies at a young age.


What connections can you make to the others’ responses? I can make several connections to others responses.  Like I often think the same thing as John, the affects of what technology may have on the youth. My three year old niece knows how to go on internet. My sister is constantly monitoring her web searches & activities for safety because she's still a child.  However, we think it is great that she's have knowledge & understanding of how  to use technology at an early age.


What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others? 
What will the future generations of digital native be like is a question that arise when I think about the ideas that others responded or commented. You don't have to be a computer expert to use technology. Again this new generation has no problem with adapting to new innovations of technology.  
]]> 2022-07-11 00:15:06 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240573501 Digital Native (Kelly Volkert) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240993958 When I heard the term 'digital native', I assume the person we are discussing has grown up with access to technology and social media or the internet for their entire life.  I consider myself a digital native since the internet has been a staple in my life since late elementary, early middle school.  I am able to easily access and use technology, the internet, and a variety of apps.  

Look at others responses, I feel that we share similar definitions for digital natives.  I like that John incorporated the idea that it is people who were born during the technology boom.  I also agree with Lindsay that a digital native is a person who is well versed in technology and software.  

I would be interested to see how being a digital native can impact schooling. Our students are digital natives and I'd be interested to see how being a digital native may have impacted their well-being, mental health, etc. It would be interesting to see if there was any correlation there. Furthermore, it would be interesting to gauge the feedback from older teachers that have seen this evolution of technology in the classroom. I have always taught with technology, but I know that is not the case for everyone.

]]> 2022-07-11 12:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2240993958 Digital Native (Joe Poisal) joseph_poisal https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241153641
What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native?
When I hear the term, digital native, I first think of the kids who are adept at traversing the utility of technology. Being born where the kids are given technology at a young age, they have so many skills with the various forms of technology, which differs from older generations. The new generation of kids are effectively learning new technology and adapting their knowledge across devices. 

What connections can you make to the others’ responses?
I can connect the similar outlooks and responses to how impressive the kids are in learning technology quickly. We also seem to share the same definitions of the term and I have had this term on my radar since the beginning of my teaching career. The digital technology that students have access to today, has revolutionized the world works and our students are the forerunners. 

What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others?

I am interested in how we can apply our content that we teach through technology in a new set of integrations for our students to adapt to. I am also curious about the answer to Caitlin's question about how can teacher adapt from teaching in a pandemic and how to teach without technology. This is very relevant because there are always troubleshooting problems that pop up and I usually feel anxious when I have technology issues.

]]> 2022-07-11 16:32:01 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241153641 Digital Native (John Sienkowski) https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241252926 What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native? When I think of Digital Native; I think of someone who is technologically savvy. A person that is very good with different aspects of technology.
What connections can you make to the others’ responses? I think the whole class agrees that is it is someone who is very good with technology and knows there way in and out of different aspects.
What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others? The question for me is. Is technology the way of the future for teaching? After being hired in the middle of covid and doing nothing but relying on technology. I am wondering is this the way the future of teaching is going to be come. Smart school with a open campus that students can come and go as they please because they can access there class from anywhere?]]> 2022-07-11 20:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241252926 Digital Native- Brian Keffer https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241272248 1) When I hear the words digital native paired with the image supplied, my mind immediately goes to the generations that grew up with technology everywhere in their worlds. Technology has become natural to these people and at times is their entire world. 
2) Reading through my colleagues responses it seems we all have the same idea of what a digital native could be. There were a few ideas I read that were interesting to me and not necessarily on my mind immediately when I thought of my response, but they made sense when I read through them myself. Some of those ideas were that digital natives can easily adapt to and grow with the technology around them. I also really liked what Rachael said about being immersed and how digital natives are likely to not know life without any technology. 
3) I think a fair debate could be had about whether a digital native is considered simply an age group or can be someone who is adept at technology use. What can we do as teachers to help digital natives adapt in situations where they don't have technology. How can we effectively motivate them?

I also wanted to make a point that while technology is surely troublesome in terms of how it effects certain students, but just having access to technology is not the problem. There are plenty of wonderful students who exceed expectations in their non-technological applications. What is the difference between these students, and those that struggle?]]> 2022-07-11 21:48:00 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241272248 Seth Smucker https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241301701 What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native?
To me, a digital native is someone who's spent nearly all of their life with access to highspeed internet. More specifically, I think YouTube, and Social Media, and Google literacy are at the core of being a digital native. Knowing how to effectively research something from Google and YouTube is an extremely valuable skill that many people have developed from very early on, where as generations that weren't exposed early on have a harder time searching the web for info. On the other side, being able to interact with others through social media using internet slang, internet etiquette, and internet trends are also an important part of being a digital native. It's almost like a second language.

What connections can you make to the others’ responses?
I noticed some comments about feeling anxious about technology when issues arise, which I've seen happen to many of my tech savvy students. It's certainly a spectrum of understanding and not a binary (bah dum tss!) thing.

What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others?
I wonder what the distribution of students looks like on a "tech comfort" bell curve. It feels like pretty much all students know their way around a computer, especially after going through COVID, but I'm curious to see how many still struggle greatly with it.

]]> 2022-07-11 23:23:38 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241301701 Digital Native - Ana Maria Gomez https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241491406
What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native?

What comes to mind when I hear the term digital native is a person who grew up in the technology era. This person is technology savvy from a young age. We have a lot of that these days, kids prefer technology instead of outside to play like in my times. This could be a benefit if the kids know when it is okay to use technology. 

What connections can you make to the others’ responses?

The connection I can make to the others’ responses is that similar things come to mind when we hear the term digital native. I agree that we need to keep up with this technological era since it is important. A good example would be how teaching had to be virtually and the use of technology was the only option. 

What questions arise as you think about the ideas and consider the responses and comments of others?

I wonder what would happen if the kids were not allowed to use any technology at all and go back to the old ways of researching books, handwritten papers, sending letters as communication, etc. The biggest issue I  see is how addicted they are to technology that they can't live without it. 



]]> 2022-07-12 03:04:35 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2241491406 Abigail Rogers - Digital Native https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2254562113 What ideas come to mind when you hear the term digital native? I think that this is a person who has grown up with access to and familiarity with some/all of the technology that is readily available currently. When I was growing up, we had computers at school and cell phones became a big deal when I was in middle school. My freshman year of college, the iPhone came out and I remember standing around in a huge group at a party, fascinated that we could watch a slowly loading YouTube video, on a phone. My daughters are an infant, a toddler, and two elementary school students. The infant knows that she can touch a phone or iPad and the screen will move. My toddler knows that if she is bored in public, she can ask someone for a phone or tablet and have access to games and videos and constant entertainment. My older kids have no concept of land line phones or not being able to check the weather / news at any moment, or a life without streaming subscription services. They've been annoyed and bothered the few times they've watched a traditional tv and had to wait through commercials. The more I reflect upon the differences in digital natives versus prior generations is the fascinating juxtaposition between instant gratification and overall access - to anything digital. My children and students have never had to wait a week for a new episode of a show, or for a rental to be returned to Blockbuster to see the new movie. They never sat up eagerly in the morning watching the TV or listening to the radio, waiting to see if school was delayed or cancelled for snow. In contrast, I look at my parents and others in their generation. My mom is constantly asking me to Google things for her ... Her mind just hasn't comprehended that she can ask the internet literally anything under the sun, and find an answer, a tutorial, a resource, whatever she may want or need. ]]> 2022-08-04 03:02:24 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabeth_stiffler/baibc6esi32r4wbp/wish/2254562113