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Building and Enhancing New Literacies Across The Curriculum in The 21 Century Skills

The document discusses the evolution of literacy from traditional to 21st century views. Traditional literacy refers to basic reading and writing abilities, while 21st century literacies include skills like digital literacy, global awareness, and financial literacy. The objective is for students to understand traditional and expanded views of literacy needed in the modern world. Questions at the end prompt reflection on one's own literacy levels and knowledge of new literacies.

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Building and Enhancing New Literacies Across The Curriculum in The 21 Century Skills

The document discusses the evolution of literacy from traditional to 21st century views. Traditional literacy refers to basic reading and writing abilities, while 21st century literacies include skills like digital literacy, global awareness, and financial literacy. The objective is for students to understand traditional and expanded views of literacy needed in the modern world. Questions at the end prompt reflection on one's own literacy levels and knowledge of new literacies.

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BUILDING AND ENHANCING NEW LITERACIES

ACROSS THE CURRICULUM IN THE 21ST


CENTURY SKILLS
Name:

Course and Section:

INTRODUCTION TO THE 21ST CENTURY LITERACIES

Objective:

At the end of this lesson, the student should able to develop a clear and practical
understanding of the following;

a. Definition of Conventional literacy; and


b. Expanded views of literacy in the 21st century.

 Traditional Literacy is the ability to read and write.


 The Traditional or Conventional concept of Literacy can be divided into sub
categories.
1. Basic Literacy , which is the ability to recognize letter and words;
2. Comprehension Literacy , which is the ability to understand the meaning of
what is being read; and
3. Functional /Practical Literacy , which is the ability to read written materials
needed to perform everyday vocational task .
 Modern views of Literacy equate it with knowledge .
 New Literacies have risen due to Increase reach , increased means of communication ,
and increased breadth of content. These new literacies are globalization and
multicultural literacy, social and financial literacy, media and cyber/digital literacy , eco
literacy, artistic and creative literacy and critical literacy.

QUESTIONS TO PONDER
Read the questions and instructions carefully. Write your answer on the space provided.

1. Given the Traditional / Conventional concept of Literacy, How Literate are you?
I became literate through the ability to understand and learning by studying. It will
teach me to recognize letter and words, the meaning of what I’ve read, and perform a
vocational task. Because of these things i will become literate and learning new things.

2. How deep is your level of Comprehension?


In the scale of 1-10 I rate myself 6 from the level of Comprehension, Because most of
the words I’ve read especially in English words I can’t
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3. Which of the new literacies are you knowledgeable in ? Which of the new literacies do
you lack knowledge in?
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4. Although reading education in the Philippines aims to develop Functional / Practical
Literacy in learners , what level of literacy is being developed when classroom practices
focus more on memorization rather than on understanding and application?
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