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Forward Editor, Mark Gura Page 4

Text Meets Video in the Blogosphere: Complex Informational Content for Today’s Students By Dr. Rose Reissman Page 6

Using Creative Technology to Engage Struggling Readers and Writers as Producers of Literature By Melinda Kolk Page 12

The Future Is In Their Hands: Using Cell Phones for Literacy Learning by Lisa Nielsen and Willyn Webb Page 21

Boosting Oral Language Fluency through Technology Intensive Literature Exploration (TILE), a Learning Centers Approach By Kevin Amboe Page 32

Learning to Teach with Edmodo: Social Networking-based Activities by Kathy D. Shields Page 44

Using Online Discussions to Develop Literacy Skills and Integrate the NETs Sandra Wozniak Page 54

Student Led Podcast Projects Make Common Core Literacy skills Come Alive by Dr. Rose Reissman Page 64

Using Technology To Enhance Reading Skills For English Language Learners By Kimberly M. Thomas Page 74

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