By Diana G. Oblinger and James L. Oblinger (Editors), Educause (June 23, 2005)

This book will help educators make sense of the many patterns and behaviors are seen in the Net Generation but not quite understood. Educating the Net Generation is a privilege and a challenge. They expect a great deal of us, just as we do of them. To find the right balance point, we need to understand each other well. We hope this book helps as you educate the Net Generation-and as they educate us.

The Net Generation has grown up with information technology. The aptitudes, attitudes, expectations, and learning styles of Net Gen students reflect the environment in which they were raised—one that is decidedly different from that which existed when faculty and administrators were growing up.

This collection explores the Net Gen and the implications for institutions in areas such as teaching, service, learning space design, faculty development, and curriculum. Contributions by educators and students are included.

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What People Are Saying:

"This e-book offers an insightful look into the way today's students think about and use technology in their academic and social lives. It will help institutional leaders help their students to become more successful and satisfied." —John Hitt, President, University of Central Florida

 "Educating the Net Generation illuminates a topic most of us in higher education are wrestling with: Today's students are different; they're much more technosavvy in their lives, but they still like personal contact. Both can be accommodated with the thoughtful use of technology in learning. Anyone interested in providing the best education possible can use this as a first step in reflecting on what the Net Generation means for their campus." —Karen Holbrook, President, The Ohio State University

About EDUCAUSE:

EDUCAUSE is a nonprofit association whose mission is to advance higher education by promoting the intelligent use of information technology.

Membership is open to institutions of higher education, corporations serving the higher education information technology market, and other related associations and organizations.

Resources include:

    * professional development activities
    * applied research
    * strategic policy advocacy
    * teaching and learning initiatives
    * online information services
    * print and electronic publications, including books, monographs, and the magazines EDUCAUSE Quarterly and EDUCAUSE Review
    * special interest collaborative communities
    * awards for leadership and exemplary practices

The current membership comprises more than 2,000 colleges, universities, and educational organizations, including 200 corporations, with 15,000 active members.

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