Section VII Activity 1: Defining Literacy has three steps. Follow the numbered directions below to complete the activity.

Step 1: Read the documents listed below.

Step 2: Think about and list what you are currently doing in your classroom to promote reading and writing skills of ESOL students. (Note: If you do not have any ESOL students, list what you are doing to promote reading and writing skills for all students.)

Step 3: Submit your list to the facilitator. You may use the form below.

• Perspectives in Literacy (VII HO1)
• Kinds of Literacy (VII T2)
• What is Literacy (VII T3)
• Language Instruction is Everybody's Business (VII T4)
• Categories of Literacy (html document)