An article I read stated, "...we must broaden what we consider "text" for our reading and writing lessons." In time, this will change how we define literacies as well. #gainer #edu800fall25
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I agree. Examples of doing this is expressed in Remixing Old and New Literacies. I noticed all of them discussed: 1) still/moving pictures, 2) text on-screen titles, and 3) audio tracks. #gainer #edu800fall25
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I read an article called Remixing Old and New Literacies and I think this is the best bet for being able to encompass and teach both. The article mentioned 4 strategies and I found them all to be useful for my classroom. #gainer #edu800fall25
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Learning New Literacy strategies is the best part. I read an article about "Remixing" and one strategy was called Literary Remix in which students build understandings of literature situated in particular social, cultural, and historical contexts (applying it to many subjects). #gainer #edu800fall25
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"TikTok relies on even less visible cues than other social media services like Facebook, and to great effect in terms of user engagement." Leander and Burriss gave a great example of how new literacies include using symbols to represent greater ideas. #leander #edu800fall25
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“...use and manipulation of users’ data and behavior by corporations...” A documentary called “The Social Dilemma” highlights how although users are not paying for social media platforms, users are paying an ultimate cost that may not be considered. #leander #edu800fall25
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I could argue that critical literacies are just as important, if not more, than new literacies. “We bridge between critical literacy studies and posthumanist theory...”. In order for new literacies to be used or reproduced, critical literacy must take place. #leander #edu800fall25
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Knobel and Lankshear add to the idea that practicing and implementing new literacies work synonymously with culturally relevant pedagogy. It is imperative that students see themselves within the text, curriculum, and learning. #knobel #edu800fall25
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A common theme between the theories we are learning and new literacies are feedback loops. Knobel and Lankshear write “ongoing cycles of feedback, mentoring, and support from others play a crucial role in learning and practicing new literacies. #knobel #edu800fall25
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Student created fan sites are a great idea for adding new literacies that accommodate modern students. In the example provided by Knobel and Lankshear, examples of new literacies used to build this assessment was blog posts, quiz questions, and tweets. #knobel #edu800fall25
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Beach (2012) argued that ELA teachers should a)identify the pros and cons of using digital tools b) design engaging and authentic contexts and c) redefine criteria for assessment. This adds to ways to innovate the classroom and encourage the implementation of new literacies. #leu #edu800fall25
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If “the interactive nature of digital literacies, and the internet...” how are we preparing young children in class with new literacies. The use of games and online texts in this age are evident, but I wonder what social networking could look like for students in elementary. #leu #edu800fall25
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"Adolescents enter in online worlds..." is a reminder that literacy is beginning to change and that these have to be incorporated in the classroom. I use more online texts (such as digital graphic novels) and digital games, but I have yet to use social media for assessment. #leu #edu800fall25
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Mils states that “the increasing role of digital technologies for communication..." This supports the idea that there needs to be more implementation of meaningful discourse in online platforms, not only in the adult online/blended environment but in K-12 as well. #mils #edu800fall25
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I agree with the idea that “that literacy pedagogy should be transformed to respond to cultural and linguistic diversity as a consequence of migration and globally networked economies” because new literacies should be directly tied to CRP to feel relevant for students. #mils #edu800fall25
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Based on inferences in the Mils article, if “literacy is inclusive of sign-making practices”, this is beneficial for ELL students to use as a visual guide for finding or following instructions. #mils #edu800fall25
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Exactly! We can’t predict every new literacy or tech trend, but we can equip students with the mindset and skills to adapt. Fostering curiosity, critical thinking, & a willingness to experiment prepares learners to navigate and even shape the constantly changing digital landscape. #edu800fall25 #Leu
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This reminds me that when teachers connect reading to students’ interests, students are more motivated to engage, explore texts deeply, and read more books. Interest drives buy-in, making critical thinking and literacy practices more meaningful and lasting. #edu800fall25 #Mills
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Really insightful questions. We need to teach students to question why AI shows certain results, compare outputs, and recognize biases. There’s no “right” algorithm students need judgment and agency to evaluate and use machine-mediated information responsibly. #edu800fall25 #Leander
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AI like Google Ads reduces complex humans to patterns, creating simplified and often inaccurate profiles. This makes the system both invasive and unreliable, as it assumes behaviors reflect identity, missing nuance and sometimes misrepresenting who we really are.
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Educational practice must shift: Teachers and learners should not only critique texts but also engage with and become fluent in machine‑mediated literacies designing, exploring, questioning the assemblages of texts, tools, and actors. #edu800fall25 #Leander
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School standards need to keep up the changing landscape. Critical literacy must expand: It’s not only about who writes a text and what ideology it carries, but also about asking how machines and algorithms shape our texts and identities.
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Literacy today involves human and non‑human actors (machines, algorithms). This means we are no longer just readers of texts, but participants in networks where machines help produce, distribute, and interpret meaning.
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Students should be creators instead of just consumers Teachers to design lessons where students take an active role. Students should ask questions, gather information, & contribute knowledge to the class. This builds confidence & prepares them for learning in a digital world. #edu800fall25 #Knobel
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New literacies involve both technology and the values behind how we use it. For teachers, this means technology should not be used just for repetition or entertainment. Instead, young students can use digital tools to express themselves and build understanding. #edu800fall25 #Knobel
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The ideas from Knobel and Lankshear (2014) can strongly support elementary teaching. They emphasize that literacy is a social practice meaning students learn to read, write & communicate better when they are interacting with others and working on meaningful tasks.
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Students must learn to think about where information comes from, whether it is trustworthy, and how it connects to what they already know. They should be able to explain why something makes sense.
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Students need to learn how to ask clear questions, search for the right information, and decide what sources will actually help them. This builds independence and confidence when they explore new topics. #edu800fall25. #Leu
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Students benefit when teachers provide structured opportunities, peer interaction and gradual release when navigating information and trying to make sense of information. #edu800fall25. #Leu
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Teachers can model and scaffold these skills so everyone can participate successfully. It’s important to give options for students who are less familiar with digital tools. With thoughtful planning, technology becomes a tool for equity instead of a barrier. #Mills #edu800fall25.
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