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ERIC Number: EJ371801
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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The Politics of Literacy: Issues Facing a Two-Year College.
Kort, Melissa Sue
Teaching English in the Two-Year College, v14 n3 p174-80 Oct 1987
Examines the trend of community colleges to narrow the language arts curriculum to meet a restricted definition of "literacy." Argues for a wider definition that calls upon students to become familiar with the various uses of language through reading and writing. (FL)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy, Educational Trends, English Curriculum, English Instruction, Higher Education, Language Usage, Literacy, Political Issues, Reading Skills, Remedial Instruction, Student Needs, Two Year Colleges, Writing Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Speeches/Meeting Papers
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Language: English
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