ABSTRACT

Literacy has become central to debates on policy and practice in education in the UK and other English-speaking countries. This book introduces teachers to current thought on the place of literacy in education, providing many different perspectives. It charts the latest ideas, and relates practical and policy concerns to an understanding of theoretical issues.
Concise and accessible, it connects with key aspects of the experience of professionals and students alike, and provides issues for group discussion or individual study, as well as suggestions for further reading.

chapter 1|13 pages

Literacy is Fundamental

chapter 2|16 pages

History and Future of Literacy

chapter 3|14 pages

One Literacy or Many?

chapter 4|15 pages

Theories of Literacy Development

chapter 5|18 pages

Reflecting on Teaching Methods

chapter 6|18 pages

Researching Literacy in Education

chapter 7|14 pages

Literacy in Professional Development

chapter 8|9 pages

Reflecting on the Context for Reflection