Throughout University, I have learnt of the importance literacy and numeracy play across all curriculum areas. Literacy and numeracy are not concepts unique to English and Maths respectively - it is paramount that they are taught and included in all areas. Below are two examples of studies of Literacy in the classroom - particularly a definition of literacy (Part A) and how this definition has evolved over the years and then (Part B) strategies that can be implemented in the classroom, demonstrating my knowledge of this standard.
Example 1: (Part A) Definition of Literacy
During University, I studied a topic EDUC3526 entitled Literacy across the Curriculum in Middle and Secondary School Years. In Assignment 2 we were given the task of defining literacy. I received a HD for this assignment and the photo below shows the feedback from my tutor.
*note Amy Pearce is my maiden name
(Part B) Teaching Literacy
In Assignment 3 we were given the task of studying in depth two teaching strategies that involve using literacy in our subject area (History). Below is a link to my response:
Link to Literacy Teaching Strategies Assignment
Here is a summary of some interesting points from my response:
- Each subject area has a distinct and specialised language and conventions and there is therefore the need to explicitly teach this
- The Four Resources Model: This is a useful tool in analyzing a text
- Pictures books can play a role in high school classroom and encourage close reading and critical thinking
As seen in these two examples (Part A and B) this topic gave me an opportunity to develop my understanding of Literacy. As a graduate however, I feel I still need more experience to demonstrate my knowledge practically using the strategies outlined above.
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