Tag: Literacy

Informed Societies Why information literacy matters for citizenship, participation and democracy


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English | ISBN: 1783304227 | 2019 | 256 pages | PDF | 2 MB
This book explains how and why information literacy can help to foster critical thinking and discerning attitudes, enabling citizens to play an informed role in society and its democratic processes. In early 21st century societies, individuals and organisations are deluged with information, particularly online information. Much of this is useful, valuable or enriching. But a lot of it is of dubious quality and provenance, if not downright dangerous. Misinformation forms part of the mix. The ability to get the most out of the information flow, finding, interpreting and using it, and particularly developing a critical mindset towards it, requires skills, know-how, judgement and confidence – such is the premise of information literacy.

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Key Scholarship in Media Literacy David Buckingham


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English | ISBN: 9004396144 | 2020 | 136 pages | PDF | 665 KB
Key Scholarship in Media Literacy: David Buckingham focuses on the scholarship and research of the eponymous global leader in media literacy education and childrens and young peoples media cultures. Studies and applications of media literacy education around the globe are indebted to the scholarship of Buckingham.

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Effects of Family Literacy Interventions on Children’s Acquisition of Reading


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English | ISBN: 1607412365 | 2009 | 98 pages | PDF | 1290 KB
Parents can help their children learn to read. The effectiveness of parents’ help, however, varies according to the type of parent-child activities. Educators, when deciding which type of intervention to implement, will have to weigh the differences in effectiveness across the different types of intervention against the amount of resources needed to implement the interventions. The information in this book comes from many research studies that examined early literacy development. This book contains a summary of what scientific research says about how children learn to read and write, and also discusses the things you can do with your child at different grade levels to help him become a reader. What to look for in quality day-care centres and pre-schools to help your children become readers is examined as well.

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Language and Literacy 3-7 Creative Approaches to Teaching


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English | 2006 | pages: 280 | ISBN: 141291986X | PDF | 7,6 mb
This practical guide considers the research evidence that is needed to inform enlightened practice, and offers concrete suggestions and teaching approaches for early years settings and classrooms. This comprehensive book shows the ′what,′ the ′how,′ and the ′why′ of innovative, creative practice for teaching language and literacy. The author clearly examines how young children learn to use both spoken and written language, and shows how to assess, plan and teach for the effective learning of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Each chapter includes case studies, learning and teaching suggestions, and further reading.

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Literacy and the Inclusive Classroom


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English | ISBN: 1613246595 | 2011 | 191 pages | PDF | 6 MB
Literacy, the ability to read and write proficiently, is essential in almost every facet of modern life. Alarmingly, a staggering number of U.S. children are functioning below acceptable literacy levels. What can be done to remedy this situation? Teachers need the knowledge and skills to reach all children. This book covers the essentials of literacy learning and teaching in the early grades. The material is presented in a straight forward way and is intended for pre-service educators and new educators working in inclusive settings. In this book, literacy development is examined from multiple perspectives and includes information regarding language development, characteristics of students with special needs, phonological awareness, the alphabetic principle, word recognition, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, written expression, assessment and instructional strategies.

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Teens, Technology, and Literacy; Or, Why Bad Grammar Isn’t Always Bad


Free Download Linda W. Braun, "Teens, Technology, and Literacy; Or, Why Bad Grammar Isn’t Always Bad"
English | 2006 | pages: 128 | ISBN: 1591583683 | PDF | 1,1 mb
Are you bothered by the bad grammar, emoticons, acronyms, and poor spelling that are ubiquitous in cyberspace, and especially prevalent in teen communications? Do you lament that today’s technologies are ruining the reading and writing skills of teens? Well, think again.

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Financial Literacy for Women!


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English | April 9, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0CW1FTF54 | 122 pages | EPUB | 0.28 Mb
Unlock Financial Freedom with "Financial Literacy for Women" by Laurel D. Malvern!

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