Literacy and Numeracy

Foundational to Student Learning

Engaging with Education Partners, Spring 2014

https://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/literacy.aspx

The Evolution of Literacy

• write a speech• present a report• read a letter• write a resume• talk on the phone• collaborate face to face• teleconference• use an

encyclopedia/dictionary

• maintain a blog• collaborate virtually (video conference, Yammer, GoogleDocs, Skype, Twitter)

• design an app• create, produce and share

video• use e-portfolios (LinkedIn)

• instant messaging/texting• Wikipedia

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The Evolution of Numeracy

Formative Phase (1959-1982)

• Mastery of basic arithmetic skills normally acquired in childhood

Mathematical Phase(1982- late1990s)

• Use of math in everyday life • Understanding of

information presented in mathematical terms

The Evolution of Numeracy (cont.)

Integrative Phase (2000 - now)

• Multi-faceted, sophisticated

• Habits of mind necessary to approach quantitative and spatial information in an effective way

• Involves making judgements or decisions and taking action

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• Basic reading• Basic writing• Basic arithmetic

• Reading• Writing• Computations• Basic problem

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• Technological adeptness

• Coping with information

• Innovation• Collaboration• Complex problem

solving

Literacy and Numeracy Adapt to Changing Economies

Literacy and Numeracy

Ministerial Order (#001-2013)2.3 All students will employ literacy and numeracy to

construct and communicate meaning.

Draft Literacy and Numeracy Benchmarks are:• Expectations and behaviours at developmentally

appropriate age groups • Inclusive • Applied in diverse contexts and for a variety of

purposes• The responsibility of all educators • Lifelong processes

Awareness

Strategies Knowledge

and Understanding

Draft Benchmark Components

• understanding what literacy and numeracy are

• appreciating the role literacy and numeracy play

• identifying oneself as literate/numerate and understanding one’s abilities

• calling upon the habits of mind

• essential concepts and skills

• influenced by social or cultural experiences

• foundational building blocks

• deliberate actions, procedures or processes

• applied to acquire, create, connect and communicate

Awareness  Ages 4–5 Ages 6–8 Ages 9–11 Ages 12–14 Ages 15–18+

I determine how being literate enables me and others to create and express meaning.

• I explore and play with the patterns, sounds and language around me.

• I recognize that language is used in many ways by different people.

• I determine how my personal enjoyment and my learning are enhanced by my choice of literacy activities.

• I determine how literacy helps me achieve personal goals, explore interests and make informed choices.

• I understand that being literate empowers me to successfully communicate with others, achieve personal goals, and make local and global connections.

Component

Organizing Element Benchmark

Structure of the Literacy and Numeracy Benchmarks

Activity - Reconstructing the Benchmarks

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