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David Barton · ISBN 9781405111430
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Publisher John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Author(s) David Barton
Subtitle An Introduction to the Ecology of Written Language
Edition 1
Published 14th December 2006
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An Introduction to the Ecology of Written Language

This introduction to the expanding field of literacy studies has
been fully revised for the second edition. It explores recent
developments and new research that has contributed to our
understanding of literacy practices, reflecting on the
interdisciplinary growth of the study of reading and writing over
the past decade.







  • An introductory textbook on the growing field of literacy
    studies, fully updated for the new edition





  • Includes new sections detailing recent completed studies of
    literacy practices, and the use of new technologies





  • Distinguishes between the competing definitions of literacy in
    contemporary society, and examines the language and learning
    theories which underpin new views of literacy





  • Now features additional material on cross-cultural perspectives,
    US-based examples, and information detailing current educational
    policy.



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