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Routledge Local Literacies: Reading and Writing Book

Name: Routledge Local Literacies: Reading and Writing Book
Brand: Routledge
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Local Literacies offers a detailed study of how reading and writing function within the everyday lives of individuals. As part of the Routledge Linguistics Classics series, this book provides a deep look into a specific community in Lancaster, England, to understand the practical application of literacy skills. Through an ethnographic approach, the authors follow four individuals to see how they engage with local media, participate in public life, and use literacy during family activities or leisure pursuits. This study connects the dots between daily learning and formal education, making it a valuable resource for those interested in how communication works in real-world settings. Whether you are studying language, sociology, or education, this text provides a unique perspective on the role of literacy outside of a traditional classroom. It moves beyond theory to look at the actual ways people navigate their world through text and reading.

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Provides a detailed ethnographic study of literacy use within a specific community in Lancaster, England.

Examines the practical role of reading and writing in daily activities, including family life and leisure pursuits.

Analyzes how individuals interact with local media and participate in public life through literacy.

Connects the gap between everyday learning experiences and formal educational structures.

Offers an in-depth look at four specific individuals to provide a human perspective on linguistic study.

Part of the Routledge Linguistics Classics series for academic and professional reference.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415691729
Category: Books > Subjects > Education Studies & Teaching > School Education & Teaching > School Systems > Primary
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 24 February 2012
Listed Since: 07 June 2011

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