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Technology is increasingly part of the lives of young children. This article explores the role of technology to support and advance literacy development in kindergarten. Relevant studies support the use and effectiveness of computers in early childhood, when the software is designed and used in ways that address children's developmental needs. Topics discussed include use of technology for literacy in play and exploration, hypertext and electronic books to support emergent readers, integrating technology in the classroom, and the value of IT in the inclusion classroom.
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Van Scoter, J. (2008). The Potential of IT to Foster Literacy Development in Kindergarten. In: Voogt, J., Knezek, G. (eds) International Handbook of Information Technology in Primary and Secondary Education. Springer International Handbook of Information Technology in Primary and Secondary Education, vol 20. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-73315-9_9
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