In Pursuit of Cultural Literacy.
E Schuster - Phi Delta Kappan, 1989 - ERIC
E Schuster
Phi Delta Kappan, 1989•ERICA person does not need to be culturally literate (as defined by ED Hirsch) to read American
contemporary fiction. This article explores alternative definitions, barriers to cultural literacy,
and suggestions for change: building on students' interests, providing out-of-classroom
learning experiences, sharing anecdotal material, and emphasizing the art of reading.(MLH)
contemporary fiction. This article explores alternative definitions, barriers to cultural literacy,
and suggestions for change: building on students' interests, providing out-of-classroom
learning experiences, sharing anecdotal material, and emphasizing the art of reading.(MLH)
A person does not need to be culturally literate (as defined by E.D. Hirsch) to read American contemporary fiction. This article explores alternative definitions, barriers to cultural literacy, and suggestions for change: building on students' interests, providing out-of-classroom learning experiences, sharing anecdotal material, and emphasizing the art of reading. (MLH)
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