Annotexting

Annotexting

Apr 17, 2012

ANNOTEXTING: This innovative ASCDEdge blog post explores the consequences of combining the intellectual task of annotating literary text with the pop culture habit of text messaging. From Mr. Mike Fisher and Ms. Jeanne Tribuzzi, the blog argues that introducing text messaging can transform annotation from a "singular, individual experience" to a "collection of thoughts, observations and reactions." For all of it's theoretical promise, annotexting still doesn't exist in an out-of-the-box, ready-to-use application. But if you're keen on introducing it to your classroom, be sure to review the examples in this LiveBinder.

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