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Literacy: An Introduction to the Ecology of Written Language, 2nd Edition

ISBN: 978-1-4051-1114-0
Hardcover
264 pages
January 2007, Wiley-Blackwell
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  • an introductory textbook on the growing field of literacy studies, fully updated for the new edition
  • explores recent developments and new research that have contributed to our understanding of literacy practices
  • includes new sections detailing recently 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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