Table of Contents

About the Authors vii

Foreword
Marc Prensky xi

Preface xv

Acknowledgments xxi

Introduction 1

ONE The Texting Teacher 15

TWO The Texting Learner 35

THREE Supporting Research-Based Instructional Strategies Using Cell Phones 67

FOUR The Six Building Blocks for Success with Cell Phones in Education 113

FIVE Cell Phone–Enriched Lessons to Engage Learners 147

SIX The Texting School Community 185

SEVEN How to Use Teaching Generation Text for Professional Development 205

APPENDIX Breaking the Ban with a Six-Part Plan 237

References 263

Index 267

About the Author

Lisa Nielsen and Willyn Webb are experts in the use of cell phones in education. They speak to audiences around the globe at conferences, via webinars, on radio programs, and through online classes. Lisa Nielsen works with schools in New York City to innovate learning with technology. Her blog, The Innovative Educator, was named a top 20 education blog by Discovery Education. Willyn Webb has over 20 years of experience in education as a teacher and administrator. She is also a licensed professional counselor and has written four books.