Literacy+Basics

· **3 big ideas** 1. //Definition of literacy// – to be fully literate is to have the disposition to engage appropriately with texts of different types in order to empower action, feelings and thinking in the context of purposeful social activity. - There are 6 literacy skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking Listening and Viewing. //2.// //Buzz Words// - Functional Literacy – the bare minimum. Reading signs and forms; very basic. - Illiteracy – those who cannot read - Aliteracy – do not choose to read. Will read and can read but would rather not. - Critical Literacy – thinking with literacy; applying your ability. 3. School learning should provide students with the context needed to become critical and self-determined thinkers. All content areas should encourage the involvement of literacy in the classroom. - An exit slip is an example of involving literacy in the classroom. · **List of Reading Assigned** o //Think-Pair-Share// · **Key Handouts** o “Defining Literacy… and then some” · **Sample Exam Questions** o How does the level of literacy our students posses, affect our roles as teachers? o How would you include literacy in your classroom? o How does literacy affect content comprehension? · **Contact Information** o Kerry Holden o Kerry.holden1212@gmail.com
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