Exploring Values Through Literature, Multimedia, and Literacy Events: Making Connections (NA)

Exploring Values Through Multimedia, Literature and Literacy Events was written by
teachers and educational researchers for classrooms and schools interested in developing
learning communities that develop critical and compassionate future citizens. Through
the use of specific multimedia, literature and literacy events, this book presents numerous
ways for classroom teachers and schools to promote respectful, responsible, caring, and
sharing students in a democratic society.
Beginning with Plato's message that we cannot let the formation of good citizens to chance, Exploring Values Through
Multimedia, Literature and Literacy Events takes the reader through a brief history of character education and moral
development and a summary of multimedia's impact on our lives. The chapters that follow are devoted to teacher tested
classroom and school programs, activities, and resources for the understanding of diverse human perspectives. Included in
several chapters are the unique ways classes might analyze how and why information is presented in the media. Due to the
constant media bombardment on our lives, the goal if this volume is to support our students as they discern the meanings of
truth and justice.