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Cultivating Layered Literacies: Developing the Global Child to Become Tomorrow's Global Citizen
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Shulsky, Debra D.; Baker, Sheila F.; Chvala, Terry; Willis, Jana M. – International Journal of Development Education and Global Learning, 2017
Disappearing cultural, political and physical boundaries push humanity beyond a one-community perspective. Global citizenry requires a set of literacies that affect the ability to communicate effectively, think critically and act conscientiously. This challenges educators to consider reframing instructional practices and curricular content. The…
Descriptors: Global Approach, Citizenship, Teaching Methods, Multiple Literacies
Towards Critical Cultural and Linguistic Awareness in Language Classrooms in Norway: Fostering Respect for Diversity through Identity Texts
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Krulatz, Anna; Steen-Olsen, Tove; Torgersen, Eivind – Language Teaching Research, 2018
This article reports the results of a school-based curriculum development project that aimed to support language teachers working with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations in Norway to develop teaching strategies that foster intercultural citizenship and multilingual competence. Three university researchers collaborated with…
Descriptors: Self Concept, Teaching Methods, Cultural Pluralism, Workshops
It's Not Whether You Win or Lose: Integrating Games into the Classroom for Science Learning
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Schwartz, Ruth N. – Cultural Studies of Science Education, 2012
This Forum paper explores how Matthew Gaydos and Kurt Squire in their manuscript, "CITIZEN SCIENCE: Role Playing Games for Scientific Citizenship," represent issues of games literacy and science literacy. What is the meaning of expertise in the context of games-based learning? An examination of the studies presented suggests that games, like other…
Descriptors: Technology Integration, Role Playing, Science Instruction, Science Achievement
Role Playing Games for Scientific Citizenship
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Gaydos, Matthew J.; Squire, Kurt D. – Cultural Studies of Science Education, 2012
Research has shown that video games can be good for learning, particularly for STEM topics. However, in order for games to be scalable and sustainable, associated research must move beyond considerations of efficacy towards theories that account for classroom ecologies of students and teachers. This study asks how a digital game called "Citizen…
Descriptors: Science and Society, STEM Education, Predictor Variables, Use Studies
Debates in History Teaching. The Debates in Subject Teaching Series
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Davies, Ian, Ed. – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2010
"Debates in History Teaching" explores the major issues all history teachers encounter in their daily professional lives. It encourages critical reflection and aims to stimulate both novice and experienced teachers to think more deeply about their practice, and link research and evidence to what they have observed in schools. Written by a range of…
Descriptors: Evidence, History Instruction, Teaching Methods, Debate
Handbook of Research on New Literacies
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Coiro, Julie, Ed.; Knobel, Michele, Ed.; Lankshear, Colin, Ed.; Leu, Donald J., Ed. – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2008
Situated at the intersection of two of the most important areas in educational research today -- literacy and technology -- this handbook draws on the potential of each while carving out important new territory. It provides leadership for this newly emerging field, directing scholars to the major issues, theoretical perspectives, and…
Descriptors: Guides, Multiple Literacies, Interdisciplinary Approach, Popular Culture