Element 3 | The Adolescent Literacy KnowledgeBase

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KnowledgeBases > The Adolescent Literacy KnowledgeBase > Element 3: School and Community Context

Purpose:

Understanding the state of adolescent literacy at the district, school, and community levels is necessary to improve adolescent academic achievement. Element 3 provides resources to assist educators in deepening their understanding of adolescent literacy issues, developing a school and community profile, involving parents and community members, and interacting with policy makers.

Activity 1: Literacy Instruction Context

Activity 2: School and Community Literacy Profile

Activity 3: Parents and Community Involvement

Activity 4: Policy Makers Interaction

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