Literacy: An Introduction to the Ecology of Written Language

by David Barton

2021-01-05 03:19:45

This introduction to the expanding field of literacy studies has been fully revised for the second edition. It explores recent developments and new research that has contributed to our understanding of literacy practices, reflecting on the interdisci... Read more
This introduction to the expanding field of literacy studies has been fully revised for the second edition. It explores recent developments and new research that has contributed to our understanding of literacy practices, reflecting on the interdisciplinary growth of the study of reading and writing over the past decade.


  • An introductory textbook on the growing field of literacy studies, fully updated for the new edition


  • Includes new sections detailing recent completed studies of literacy practices, and the use of new technologies


  • Distinguishes between the competing definitions of literacy in contemporary society, and examines the language and learning theories which underpin new views of literacy


  • Now features additional material on cross-cultural perspectives, US-based examples, and information detailing current educational policy.

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Book Details

File size9.3 X 6.3 X 0.95 in
Print pages264
PublisherWiley
Publication date January 5, 2007
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9781405111140
David Barton is the founder and president of WallBuilders, a national pro-family organization that presents America's forgotten history and heroes, with an emphasis on our moral, religious, and consti...

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