Traditional Literacy and Critical Thinking

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Title: Traditional Literacy and Critical Thinking
Language: English
Authors: Dando, Priscille
Source: Knowledge Quest. May-Jun 2016 44(5):9-12.
Availability: American Association of School Librarians. Available from: American Library Association. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Tel: 1-800-545-2433; Web site: http://knowledgequest.aasl.org/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 4
Publication Date: 2016
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Literacy, Critical Thinking, School Libraries, Librarians, Thinking Skills, Learner Engagement, Library Role, Visual Literacy, Reading, Reading Skills, Reading Achievement, Reading Aloud to Others, Teaching Methods, Interaction, Reading Writing Relationship, Reading Instruction
ISSN: 1094-9046
Abstract: How school librarians focus on activating critical thinking through traditional literacy development can proactively set the stage for the deep thinking that occurs in all literacy development. The critical-thinking skills students build while becoming accomplished readers and writers provide the foundation for learning in a variety of environments. This "Knowledge Quest" issue explores student engagement in understanding and using data and graphics, cultivating global and visual literacies, and applying inquiry processes--all of which require skills in observation, questioning, and making connections--skills that evolve through traditional literacy development. The school librarian's role in ensuring students master skills essential for success in their future academic and real-life experiences begins with supporting their development of critical thinking as learners work toward proficiency in traditional literacy tasks.
Abstractor: ERIC
Number of References: 5
Entry Date: 2016
Access URL: https://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/kq
Accession Number: EJ1099534
Database: ERIC
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