Understanding Literacy: Definitions and Concepts

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What aspect of literacy does UNESCO emphasize in its definition?

Ability to communicate and compute

What does traditional literacy primarily refer to?

Reading and writing skills

What distinguishes literacy according to UNESCO's definition from traditional literacy?

Usage for communication and expression in specific contexts

Why is it important to note that traditional literacy does not mean reading and writing in its basic forms?

Because traditional literacy requires understanding and communication skills

How does literacy contribute to an individual's participation in society, according to UNESCO?

By enabling the achievement of goals and full community participation

What is the main focus of traditional literacy?

Improving critical thinking

According to McGee and Richgels, what behavior characterizes conventional readers and writers?

Monitoring their own performances as writers and readers

What is functional literacy primarily concerned with?

Enabling effective community engagement

How does functional literacy prepare individuals for their group and community?

By enabling them to engage in various activities requiring literacy

What is the modern approach to functional literacy according to Gray?

Stressing the acquisition of skills for practical purposes in specific cultural contexts

Explore the definitions and concepts of literacy as defined by UNESCO. Learn about the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute using printed and written materials in various contexts.

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