The document discusses how digital video and media can enhance literacy education. It notes that while educators aim to teach traditional literacy skills, new technologies are changing the definition of literacy. The document advocates that media and video literacy can engage students, help them become wise consumers of media, and integrate cross-curricular subjects while meeting standards. It defines media literacy and digital video/media, and outlines benefits such as engagement, consumer skills, and using an inquiry process. Technologies like audiobooks, e-books, and word processing can support reading and writing development, but computers should not replace teachers or books in the classroom.