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Using Different Literacies
...and how the library can help
February 5, 2016
Icebreaker
Choose at least 2 different candies
from the bowl.
IcebreakerMint: During the “snow week,” I...Kiss: My plans for spring break are...Reeses: If I could live in a different time
period, I would choose________ because...Hersheys: A hobby I love but don’t always
have time for is...
(Some!)Types of LiteracyVisual
Digital
Technological
Informational
VisualVisual literacy is the “ability to see, to understand,
and ultimately to think, create, and communicate graphically.” - Thibault & Walbert, UNC Education, 2003
Great for making inferences & critical thinkingLooking for both impact of details AND their effect
on the big pictureAny images, including drawings, diagrams,
paintings, mind maps, photographs etc
DigitalUnderstanding meaning in a variety of formats on a
computerEffectively finding, using, summarizing, evaluating,
creating, and communicating information using technology (ie: Can function comfortably in a digitally-immersed environment)
Although our students are digital natives, most cannot effectively utilize what they find. What does this mean for educators?
TechnologicalAppropriate skills, knowledge of vocabulary, and
competence with using technology (computer, printer, other hardware)
Ability to responsibly use appropriate technology to communicate, solve problems, evaluate, design, and create information in order to improve learning
InformationalRecognize when information is needed in
your own thinking, research, or understanding
Have the ability to locate, evaluate, and effectively use the needed information
This is what libraries do best! :)
Hmm...Where do these fit?...and NOT fit?
●SOLs●Creativity●Critical thinking●Your lessons & content area●Your students
VisualFinding/providing resources (images, websites,
etc)
DigitalConducting better Google searchesFinding/Teaching new web tools/websites for you
& your studentsLessons about digital citizenship
How the Library can Help
How the Library can Help
TechnologicalEvaluating sources for lessonsTeaching citations/plagiarismPiloting new technology
InformationalCollaboration/coordination/cooperation on
projects for creative assessments
When you return: InfographicsPicture: http://veganfusionchef.com/when-and-what-to-eat
Infographics: What are they?
Intended to get a basic understanding of a concept
Used in advertising, educational materials, and magazines
Boomed in 2009Some examples...
Infographics & LiteracyVisual
Great for making inferences & setting background knowledge
DigitalStudents determine importance when creating themLots of sites to create!
TechnologicalPlagiarism, using royalty-free images
InformationalSets foundation for student research
Helpful WebsitesExtra Ideas:
theartofliteracy.comliteracyhead.com
Creating Infographics:piktochart.com
- Students can log in with their Google account
Now What?Look at more infographics and/or play with creating!
Plan: How could I use infographics in my classroom?Background knowledgeLearning a skillAs a referenceDemonstrating learning...Something else?
Time to Reflect● What did you learn?● What can you use in your classroom?● What questions do you still have?
Until Next Time...- Find at least 1 way to incorporate a new type of
literacy into a lesson/assignment/project
- Let me know what I can do to support you! :)
Next Mtg: March 28
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