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=**Group 5: Revisiting New Literacies! **=

Our revised ideas about new literacies informed by the new literacies readings in class. This page features our revised individual definitions and a revised collaborative definition that takes into consideration the main messages from these readings, as well as our New Lit DV Sound Bite 2 which also reflects an understanding of these readings.


 * REVISED INDIVIDUAL DEFINITIONS OF NEW LITERACIES INFORMED BY OUR NEW LITERACIES READINGS & CLASS DISCUSSIONS**

> New Literacy; however, means more than just the recognition that technology has changed the world as we once knew it to be. It also means recognizing linguistic diversity, engaging in multimodal production of texts (visual, aural, spatial, gestural, and others that move beyond print text format). > To be literate in today’s world is about more than putting words on paper (or screen) – it’s about the many ways in which language, culture, and technology interact. New Literacy also requires one to be able to evaluate content, master search engines, set up personal news feeds - in other words, mastering the building blocks necessary in order to be digitally literate. >
 * Suzanne - According to Hicks, New Literacies typically involve two mindsets – 1. Things are basically the same, but technology has been added. 2. Things are vastly different – technology is its own world apart from the physical world. He asserts that it is important to note as teachers which one we believe. To be honest, I would have immediately agreed to the first claim just last year. But I now recognize that technology is the younger generation’s reality – they are constantly “plugged in,” able to receive information immediately 24/7.


 * Amanda- New literacies connect digital technologies with our global society. Additionally, new literacies are ever-changing; new technologies are requiring new skills, and techniques to properly use them. Today, literacy is more than just comprehending text, it is about the blending of technology and culture. Teachers can use a Smart Board to not only present lectures, but connect with another teacher across the globe. Also, teachers can update students’ parents about class activities, homework, and projects by creating a class wiki site, or a class blog.


 * Wendy - New literacies combine society and technology in a way that makes it widely accessible. In this fast paced world literacies are constantly changing. In order to be literate we must keep up with the ever changing skills and methods required to use these new technologies. These technologies change our societies and cultures and provide a way for people from across the world to connect and learn from each other. We must use these technologies responsibly to optimize our experience and create the best learning environment for all involved. Teachers must know how to use these technologies to teach new literacies to their students and understand how to keep students safe while they explore this new world.

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 * Nada - New literacies intertwine technological uses with the students education. It is simple being literate in a technological age. The fundamental purpose of it is to ensure that all of the students are benefitting from the different learning techniques and those of which will allow them to participate in public and in the community. It is a way to educate students through visual modes, and the teachers empower the students to thrive in media-centered environments. If students are able to successfully meet the requirements for new literacies, they should be able to navigate and communicate through multiple multimedia systems.
 * Jennifer - I now see that literacy is a much broader term than I ever imagined. It does not stop at reading and technology, but encompasses techniques, cultures, and individuals as well. For me, new literacy means being willing to learn new things, include new cultures, and a willingness to try new things in the classroom. What this means for me is that I'm willing to use technology to teach my lessons and to include students' technology knowledge in the classroom. For example, we can use Google maps to study geography and Skype a classroom in another culture if able to learn about the culture. (Jennifer Cranford)


 * Crystal- It is now understood that New Literacies change regularly as technology opens new opportunies for students learning. Teachers incorporating new technology in the classroom to get students interested and engaged for reading comprehension and understanding is beneficial for students and teachers. Digital writing, wiki spaces, and google docs allow students to collaborate to increase understanding and to engage themselves in the material with technology.


 * OUR REVISED COLLABORATIVE DEFINITION OF NEW LITERACIES INFORMED BY OUR NEW LITERACIES READINGS & SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION**


 * New literacies combine society and technology in a way that makes it widely accessible. It intertwines technological uses with the students' education. It does not stop at reading and technology, but encompasses techniques, cultures, and individuals as well. Additionally, new literacies are ever-changing; new technologies are requiring new skills, and techniques to properly use them. It is a way to educate students through visual modes, and the teachers empower the students to thrive in media-centered environments.For example, we can use Google maps to study geography and Skype a classroom in another culture if able to learn about the culture. To be literate in today’s world is about more than putting words on paper (or screen) – it’s about the many ways in which language, culture, and technology interact. New Literacy also requires one to be able to evaluate content, master search engines, set up personal news feeds - in other words, mastering the building blocks necessary in order to be digitally literate.


 * OUR NEW LIT DV SOUND BITE 2**

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