Multiliteracy (plural: multiliteracies) is an approach to literacy theory and pedagogy coined in the mid-1990s by the New London Group.[1] The approach is characterized by two key aspects of literacy – linguistic diversity and multimodal forms of linguistic expressions and representation. It was coined in response to two major changes in the globalized environment. One such change was the growing linguistic and cultural diversity due to increased transnational migration.[2] The second major change was the proliferation of new mediums of communication due to advancement in communication technologies e.g the internet, multimedia, and digital media. As a scholarly approach, multiliteracy focuses on the new "literacy" that is developing in response to the changes in the way people communicate globally due to technological shifts and the interplay between different cultures and languages.
Multiliteracy refers to the ability to understand and effectively use multiple forms of literacy and communication in a variety of contexts. This includes traditional literacy (reading and writing), digital literacy (using technology and digital media), visual literacy (interpreting images and visuals), and other forms of communication. It is essential in today's world where various modes of communication are prevalent. It goes beyond traditional notions of literacy, which typically focus on reading and writing skills, to encompass a broader range of literacies that have become increasingly relevant in the digital age.
In summary, multiliteracy is an evolving concept that reflects the complex nature of communication in the digital age. It emphasizes the ability to critically engage with information, adapt to evolving communication technologies, and understand the diversity of voices and perspectives in contemporary society. Multiliteracy recognizes that individuals need to be proficient in various literacies to navigate and succeed in the complex, information-rich, and digitally connected world.[3]
^The New London School, Information Habitat wiki, Michigan State University Archived July 8, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
^Cope, Bill; Kalantzis, Mary (2009). ""Multiliteracies": New Literacies, New Learning". Pedagogies. 4 (3): 164–195. doi:10.1080/15544800903076044. S2CID 154335505.
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