Technology is pervasive. When was the last time you picked up anything that didn’t have a Web address printed on it somewhere?

Whether it’s the hardware of an iPad, the software of a smartphone app, or the online website-building resources, the tools exist to bring literacy education into the 21st century. But the paths are not always clearly marked. What is educationally useful and what is online junk?

Steven W. Anderson is an author, both online and in print, a former classroom teacher, and a self-proclaimed “Learning Evangelist.” Through his blog, Anderson addresses what schools need to be up to speed technologically and how teachers can approach new technologies, as well as his love for all things educational.

Thursday, June 11, Anderson will share his tips and insight into how to best use technology in the classroom to improve comprehension and student skills during the #ILAchat.

A cofounder of the popular #edchat on Twitter, Anderson has been honored with a Twitterer of The Year Award, a Microsoft Heroes of Education Award, and a Bammy Award.

Anderson’s books for educators, Content Curation: How to Avoid Information Overload with tips for curation of online information, and The Relevant Educator: How Connectedness Empowers Learning, guide educators through professional development and how to choose the best tech tools.

Join @ILAToday on June 11 at 8:00 p.m. ET. Make sure to hashtag #ILAchat to keep the conversation going!