They have learned the language of technology as they communicate instantly with their peers.

These students adapt quickly to changes in their environment and look for new ways to incorporate the latest technology into their fast-paced lives.

This student is the latecomer in the technology revolution. There is a certain “accent” that is readily apparent to the native speakers.

The people in this group still try and work around or second guess technology.

One major difference between Natives and Immigrants is the way we process information.

According to Prensky (2001), the Natives retrieve information and communicate with their peers very quickly

Digital natives follow a linear way of learning.

They are adept at jumping from idea to idea as they think of things

Another major difference between Immigrants and Natives is a sense of identity.

Technologies are seen as an extension of who they are.

To Digital Immigrants, cell phones, emails, and the Internet are just tools that can be used to reach someone or set up a “real” face-to-face meeting.