Literacy Posts
Social Media Isn’t Killing Literacy
by Terry Heick One of the notable changes in the Common Core academic standards is a shift in literacy instruction from the shoulders of “English-Language…
11 Underlying Assumptions Of Digital Literacy
In understanding the shift from literacy to digital literacy, it may help to take a look at the underlying assumptions of…
14 Apps For Struggling Or Hesitant Adolescent Readers
From high-interest text libraries to phonics and vocabulary builders, here are 14 of the best apps for struggling or hesitant teen…
Reciprocal Teaching: A Definition
Reciprocal teaching is a teacher-guided strategy where small groups of students play specific roles in the comprehension of a text.
The Definition Of Digital Literacy
“Digital literacy is the ability to interpret and design nuanced communication across fluid digital forms.”
Why Worrying About Screen Time Might Be The Wrong…
While screen time certainly matters, focusing only on time is like developing a literacy program that focuses only on ‘minutes read.’
Helping Students Read By Choosing The Right Literacy Strategy
Start with the big ideas of written communication: Who (author) is saying what (theme/main idea, etc.) to whom (audience)?
What Is Reader’s Theater? Using Literacy For Online Student…
Reader’s theater is a collaborative literacy activity, for all ages, that incorporates reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
