This course introduces the concepts of new literacies in the 21st century as evolving social phenomena and shared cultural
practices across learning areas. The 21st century literacies shall include (a) globalization and multi-cultural literacy, (b) social
literacy, (c) media literacy, (d) financial literacy, (e) cyber literacy /digital literacy, (f) eco-literacy and (g) arts and creativity literacy.
Field based-interdisciplinary explorations (ex. observation in mathematics, Field Studies) and other teaching strategies shall be
used to develop PSTs’ teaching skills to promote learners’ literacy, and critical and creative thinking skills. Pre-service teachers shall
develop skills in using appropriate teaching strategies and resources, including the positive use of ICT, to address learning goals.
- Teacher: Monique Esguerra