Category: Literacy

The problem of educating children from working or low-class families is actively discussed today. However, it is important to note that current debates were provoked by Patrick Finns book Literacy with an Attitude: Educating Working-Class Children in Their Own Self-Interest published in 1999. In his book, Finn discusses the complex concept of childrens literacy with…

In the modern age, the amount of data has been rapidly growing with the development of technology. People are consuming information via digital sources more than from traditional printed papers. However, the quality and credibility of the data on the web are questionable. Therefore, the need for information literacy skills has become more critical. People…

Information literacy is a skill of a person able to request, search, select, and evaluate the necessary information. The ability to think critically, remaining one of the parts of information literacy, is essential for human life skills. In the era of the information society, one cannot do without the ability to distinguish relevant ideas from…

Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion Reference Introduction Choosing to pursue higher education online becomes more and more frequent because of its efficiency. However, some specific tools and devices are required for online learning. Online students can access their courses from any part of the world via their mobile phone, tablet, or laptop …

In the digital age, information is pervasive, varied, and easily available, often being just a click away. However, the very fact that it is so ubiquitous and varied at the same time means that one needs skills to find relevant sources of information and evaluate their credibility and usefulness. This course shaped the understanding of…

Abstract Mathematics is an essential subject in the world of academics which makes use of symbols diagrams and words. Mathematics has borrowed a lot from the English language in its application. For instance, mathematics applies written English in various academic settings, and this serves to unify its applications (Bolling, 2011). However, non- English speaking countries…

Abstract Mathematics is an essential subject in the world of academics which makes use of symbols diagrams and words. Mathematics has borrowed a lot from the English language in its application. For instance, mathematics applies written English in various academic settings, and this serves to unify its applications (Bolling, 2011). However, non- English speaking countries…

Table of Contents Introduction Main body Summary References Introduction Choice of religion is a deeply personal matter, and individuals religious beliefs should always be treated with respect and understanding. However, religious literacy is not a skill that many people possess due to a lack of formal education on the religions of the world and a…

Donald Lazere has devoted his numerous works to the matter of critical thinking in the modern culture. In his Cultural Literacy and Critical Literacy (1992), Lazere focuses on the notion of the critical literacy, which, in his opinion, is rather important for the intellectual potential of an individual. He has developed this notion in response…

I vividly remember the day I realized life was too short and unexpected not to wish for more. It was April, and I sweet-talked my mom to take me to the amusement park on the weekend. I was eight years old, and I had never been to the amusement park before. I wanted to try…