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ERIC Number: EJ346930
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Critical Literacy and Student Experience: Donald Graves' Approach to Literacy.
Giroux, Henry A.
Language Arts, v64 n2 p175-81 Feb 1987
Argues that Donald Graves' approach to critical literacy provides a crucial insight into the learning process by linking the nature of learning with the dreams, experiences, histories, and languages that students bring to school. Also argues that teachers should confirm student experiences so that students are supported. (SRT)
Descriptors: Academic Freedom, Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Curriculum Development, Educational Environment, Educational Philosophy, Experiential Learning, Learning Processes, Literacy Education, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Graves (Donald)
Note: Thematic Issue: Empowerment.