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Literacy is the key to a strong, robust, and rewarding life
Literacy is a complex, multifaceted skill that co-exists and grows with lived experience, interest, background knowledge, and cultural relevance. Literacy Proficiency rests on 3 main pillars: Conceptual Understanding (the "why"), Procedural Fluency (the "how"), and Contextual Application (the "what").Ìý
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Conceptual Understanding
Conceptual understanding in literacy goes beyond decoding words—it’s about making meaning, recognizing patterns, and applying knowledge across contexts. True literacy empowers learners to think critically, engage with diverse texts, and navigate the complexities of communication in a changing world. When students develop a deep, transferable understanding of literacy, they become adaptable, informed, and capable participants in their communities.
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Procedural Fluency
Procedural fluency in literacy is the ability to apply reading and writing skills efficiently, accurately, and flexibly. It involves mastering foundational skills—like decoding, syntax, and grammar—while seamlessly integrating them to support comprehension and expression. When learners develop procedural fluency, they gain the confidence to engage with texts, communicate ideas, and adapt to new literacy challenges with ease.
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Contextual Application
Contextual, real-world application in literacy means using reading, writing, and communication skills to navigate daily life, solve problems, and engage with society. Whether analyzing media, understanding workplace documents, or advocating for ideas, literacy empowers individuals to think critically and act effectively. When literacy is connected to real-world contexts, it becomes a tool for lifelong learning, personal growth, and active participation in the world.
Quick Hit from our Featured article:ÌýSingle-Sentence SummariesÌýhelp students slow down their reading and create deeper understanding. Students read assigned texts one chunk at a time and summarize each chunk using a single sentence or an image.
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Literacy Limelight
This week, let's explore this article posted by ASCD
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“...literacy education not only unlocks opportunity for learning across disciplines but it is enhanced when well-integrated within disciplines. Inter-disciplinary literacy instruction enables the application of literate abilities for purposeful and richer learning, often motivating learners through engagement in disciplines and topics of interest.â€
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Heather Martin
Interdisciplinary Instruction Specialist
Phone: 207-557-0386
Email:Ìýheather.martin@maine.gov
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