Books That Shaped My Learning in the ADL Program
Throughout the Applied Digital Learning (ADL) program at Lamar University, several books and research-based resources influenced my understanding of innovation, learner-centered learning environments, and technology integration in education. These works helped shape my thinking as an educator and supported the development of my innovation project, Tech Time: My Time in Kindergarten. Together, these readings provided theoretical foundations and practical insights that guided my journey as a digital learner and reflective practitioner.
Key books that guided my understanding of innovation, digital learning, and instructional design.
References
Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. Random House.
Finn, J. D. (2011). Creating significant learning environments for young children. Pearson.
Horn, M. B., & Staker, H. (2015). Blended: Using disruptive innovation to improve schools. Jossey-Bass.
Lemov, D. (2015). Teach like a champion 2.0: 62 techniques that put students on the path to college. Jossey-Bass.
Mertler, C. A. (2019). Action research: Improving schools and empowering educators (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Novak, J. D. (2010). Learning, creating, and using knowledge: Concept maps as facilitative tools in schools and corporations (2nd ed.). Routledge.
Richardson, W., & Mancabelli, R. (2011). Personal learning networks: Using the power of connections to transform education. Solution Tree Press.
Rose, D. H., & Meyer, A. (2002). Teaching every student in the digital age: Universal design for learning. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Sinek, S. (2009). Start with why: How great leaders inspire everyone to take action. Portfolio.
Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design (Expanded 2nd ed.). Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.