Burn (education and new media, U. of London, UK) provides case studies from his own teaching experiences to illustrate the rising use of new technologies in classroom environments. The author discusses the role of computer animation, digital video and film and computer games in literacy, and how these technologies can be applied to poetry, literature and the performance arts. Geared for both students and educators, this book offers a variety of strategies for using new media to increase core competencies and encourage creativity. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)