Production and consumption: A closer look at adult digital literacy acquisition

Gloria E. Jacobs, Jill Castek, Andrew Pizzolato, Stephen Reder, Kimberly Pendell

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Abstract

In this column, the authors discuss emerging research in the field of adult digital literacy acquisition. The authors argue that the field of adult digital literacy acquisition has been under-researched, especially in relation to multiliteracies and multimodal literacy practices. Data emerging from a large scale mixed methods study of adults engaged with Learner Web, a self-access online learning system, indicate that opportunities to engage in tutor-facilitated digital literacy acquisition, among populations that have been historically left out of the digital revolution, have the potential to change lives. Additionally, the research provides insights into the shifts learners undergo as they gain experience and confidence with digital tools, which can help educators develop more robust systems for supporting vulnerable learners who are outside of the traditional educational system.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)624-627
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy
Volume57
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2014
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Adult
  • Digital/media literacies
  • English language learners, English learners, English as a second language, English for speakers of other languages
  • Mixed methods
  • Tutoring

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Education

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