Here are some terrific articles that are must reads when
dealing with the digital native and understanding their technologies:
Stoerger, S. (2009). The digital melting
pot: Bridging the digital native–immigrant divide. First Monday, 14(7).
Retrieved August 1, 2013, from http://firstmonday.org/ojs/index.php/fm/article/viewArticle/2474/2243
Sharon’s article is a great one. It suggests that perhaps a digital immigrant can
possess something else other than digital experiences: digital wisdom. It also breaks down some of the digital
native stereotypes found in popular media.
The List of Chat Acronyms & Text
Message Shorthand. (n.d.). NetLingo The Internet Dictionary. Retrieved
August 2, 2013, from http://www.netlingo.com/acronyms.php
This is an interesting and extensive list of acronyms from
shorthand and text messaging language.
It is very detailed. A warning,
some of the language is offensive.
Apple - iTunes - Browse the top free apps
on the App Store. (n.d.). Apple. Retrieved August 2, 2013, from http://www.apple.com/itunes/charts/free-apps/
Here is a list of apps that are the most popular according
to the apple website. It is constantly
updated so it is always current. It is a
good website to check to see what is new amongst digital natives.
Technology News, Product Reviews and App
Reviews | Digital Trends. (n.d.). Digital Trends. Retrieved August 2,
2013, from http://www.digitaltrends.com/
This is a simple website dedicated to digital news. It has reviews for products as well as
information about upcoming products.
