Critical Literacy is an instructional approach, designed to give the reader a critical eye when reading text. (this can also apply to messages, images, media) Critical literacy encourages readers to actively analyze texts and offers strategies for what proponents describe as uncovering underlying messages.
Transformative Learning
What do we mean by transformative learning?
Transformative learning theory says that the process of “perspective transformation” has three dimensions:
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psychological (changes in understanding of the self),
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convictional (revision of belief systems),
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and behavioural (changes in lifestyle)
Transformative Learning Theory was first articulated by Jack Mezirow of Columbia University.
Mezirow argued that transformations often follow some variation of the following 10 phases;
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A disorienting dilemma
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A self examination with feelings of guilt or shame
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A critical assessment of epistemic, sociocultural, or psychic assumptions
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Recognition that one’s discontent and the process of transformation are shared and that others have negotiated a similar change
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Exploration of options for new roles, relationships, and actions
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Planning a course of action
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Acquisition of knowledge and skills for implementing one’s plan
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Provision trying of new roles
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Building of competence and self-confidence in new roles and relationships
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A reintegration into one’s life on the basis of conditions dictated by one’s perspective
If you would like more about this theory here’s a great video !
Digital Literacy Defined
“Digital Literacy is the interest, attitude and ability of individuals to use digital technology and communication tools appropriately to access, manage, integrate, analyze and evaluate information, construct new knowledge, and create and communicate with others.”
-BC’s Digital Literacy Framework – BC Government