ERIC Number: EJ1197589
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
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Critical Literacy in #DigitalActivism: Collaborative Choice and Action
Amgott, Natalie
International Journal of Information and Learning Technology, v35 n5 p329-341 2018
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore the intersection between critical literacy and digital activism. Critical literacy is a form of instruction that teaches students to question power structures and societal injustices, while digital activism introduces methods for individuals and groups to use digital tools to effect social and political change. This review argues that digital literacy is the natural partner to pedagogical approaches informed by critical literacy, which attempts to uncover, address, question and solve social problems. Design/methodology/approach: An illustrative example of collaborative student choice and action is offered through a multimedia project with actionable hashtags for sharing online. The paper concludes with a discussion of how educators can foster more collaborative choice and action by intertwining critical and digital literacies at all levels of education. However, implementation and application of these ideas lies not only with educators and administrators, but most importantly, with students themselves. Findings: In order for students to be most prepared for meaningful interactions in the global and digital world, critical literacy, digital literacy and digital activism must become a core part of classroom instruction. Multimedia projects that are easily sharable and can track analytics are a successful way to raise consciousness and advocate for local and global action. Originality/value: The powerful instructional practices that link critical and digital literacies provide students with the skills to continue questioning multiple viewpoints and promoting social justice issues within and beyond classroom walls.
Descriptors: Critical Literacy, Activism, Correlation, Computer Mediated Communication, Social Justice, Social Change, Political Attitudes, Teaching Methods, Multimedia Materials, Technological Literacy, Consciousness Raising, Social Media, Program Descriptions, Student Attitudes, College Students, Cooperative Learning
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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