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Description for Literacies
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With the rise of new technologies and media, the way we communicate is rapidly changing. Literacies provides a comprehensive introduction to literacy pedagogy within today's new media environment. It focuses not only on reading and writing, but also on other modes of communication, including oral, visual, audio, gestural and spatial. This focus is designed to supplement, not replace, the enduringly important role of alphabetical literacy. Using real-world examples and illustrations, Literacies features the experiences of both teachers and students. It maps a range of methods that teachers can use to help their students develop their capacities to read, write and ... Read more
With the rise of new technologies and media, the way we communicate is rapidly changing. Literacies provides a comprehensive introduction to literacy pedagogy within today's new media environment. It focuses not only on reading and writing, but also on other modes of communication, including oral, visual, audio, gestural and spatial. This focus is designed to supplement, not replace, the enduringly important role of alphabetical literacy. Using real-world examples and illustrations, Literacies features the experiences of both teachers and students. It maps a range of methods that teachers can use to help their students develop their capacities to read, write and ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Number of Pages
528
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781107578692
SKU
V9781107578692
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-1
About Mary Kalantzis
Mary Kalantzis is Dean of the College of Education at the University of Illinois. Bill Cope is a Professor in the Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership at the University of Illinois. Eveline Chan is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of New England. Leanne Dalley-Trim is Dean and Acting Head of School in ... Read more
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