Shayla Louis

1. What did you learn about new literacies from this week’s video “The essential elements of digital literacies” and from the reading “Dawn of new literacies”?

From the video, I learned that digital literacy is a multifaceted and context-dependent condition …

1. The Black community has not been afforded equal access to literacy in contemporary America due to historical discrimination, disparities in education, limited access to quality resources, and underrepresentation in literature and educational materials. These factors, among others, continue to hinder

The identity I am proud of: My love for God

My love for God is a fundamental aspect of who I am, and it plays a significant role in shaping my beliefs, values, and how I navigate the world. It’s …

1. The article on “Arab and Other Middle Eastern Americans” provided insightful information about the substantial contributions made by Arab individuals in the United States. They have played pivotal roles in diplomacy, science, technology, art, and culture, while also actively championing

1) Select 1-2 paragraphs from “African-Born Immigrants in U.S. Schools.” Summarize them and respond to them.

2) Discuss something you learned and/ or can relate to from one of this week’s assigned videos.

3) Share your source on …

According to Szwed, the five elements of literacy are orality, writing, print, publishing, and computing. Szwed recommends an ethnographic approach to studying literacy. Ethnography involves immersing oneself in the culture and community being studied to gain a deep understanding of …