Academic Literacy for Education Students

These flashcards cover key concepts related to academic literacy and various forms of literacy mentioned in the lecture notes.

Genre

A category of writing that has specific structures, vocabulary, and rules depending on its communicative purpose.

Register

The level of formality or informality in language, which varies according to context and audience.

Multimodal Literacy

The ability to understand and create meaning using multiple modes of communication, including visual, written, and oral forms.

Academic Literacy

The ability to read, write, and engage with texts in a way that meets the demands of academia.

Discourse Community

A group of people who share common texts and practices, using specific language to communicate.

Personal Literacy

The individual experiences and contexts that shape one’s reading, writing, and understanding of texts.

Functional Literacy

The basic skills required to perform everyday tasks in reading and writing.

Visual Literacy

The ability to critically interpret and create meaning from visual images.

Cultural Literacy

The knowledge and skills needed to understand and participate effectively in a culture.

Critical Literacy

The ability to analyze texts and understand the social, political, and cultural contexts in which they are produced.