Where and when I found this word?As the semester comes to a close, in my 609 class we are working on our Literacy Autobiographies. This is where I got the idea to use the word Literacy.
What does it mean?
According to dictionary.com Literacy means the quality or state of being literate. esp. the ability to read and write. Throughout my studies as a graduate student at Nazareth we have discussed in depth the meaning of being a literate person. If I were to add to this definition I would say, literacy is the ability to communicate within society, being able to read write and speak.
Level of familiarity:
I absolutely know this word. For this last year or so I have been studying literacy and what it means, how to teach it and how to become more literate myself.
Do I want to know this word well?
Yes, as an aspiring Literacy Specialist I am striving to know every aspect of literacy. It is an important word for me to know.
Do I think other should know this word well, why?
Yes, I do think others should know this word. Literacy is very important in our society. It gives us the ability to communicate within society, reading a magazine, newspaper, speaking to others, or writing an email. All of these things and more are a necessity to being successful in society.
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