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<\/a><\/p>\nTo make things simpler, let\u2019s start out by defining these two words separately. According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) literacy can be defined as \u201cthe quality, condition, or state of being literate; the ability to read and write.\u201d However, there\u2019s more to literacy than that! In the article, \u201cCollege Writing Tips: Write a Good Literacy Narrative,\u201d Sarah from Letterpile explains that there is a second definition of literacy that covers different facets, such as \u201cprofessional literacy, hobby-related literacy, language literacy, or many other types of broadened understanding of a subject brought on by its connection to language.\u201d For example, someone who studies music has a literacy in music; they can read sheet music and they understand musical terms, (like accelerando, sforzando, glissando, etc.). Bearing that in mind, we move on to define \u201cnarrative,\u201d which, according to the OED, is \u201can account of a series of events, facts, etc., given in order and with the establishing of connections between them; a narration, a story, an account.\u201d <\/p>\n
So basically, if you put these three definitions together, you get a really vague sense of what a literacy narrative is. A literacy narrative is a story about your own experience with writing and reading, as well as your knowledge on a particular subject of your choosing, whether it be music, learning a new language, the story of how you learned to read\u2014anything! In assigning literacy narratives, professors are asking students to take what they\u2019ve learned about literacy development and apply that to their life stories. Depending on the class and the professor, students may be asked to explore stories that include substantial experiences and powerful sponsors, (people,) who motivated them, and to reflect on them.<\/p>\n
Now that we have a somewhat solid idea of what exactly a literacy narrative is, you\u2019re probably wondering about the purpose of it all.<\/p>\n
Many professors use literacy narratives in their classes because it\u2019s a great assignment for self-examination. In fact, most University Writing courses (UWRT) have some form of a literacy narrative\/biography assignment because it helps students learn to reflect on their experiences with writing and reading. Of course, there are many reasons why literacy narratives are popular assignments in first year writing (and other!) classrooms. Here are three examples of how literacy narratives are amazing tools (inspired by the awesome article, \u201c10 Ways Literacy Narratives Will Rock Your World (or at least your writing classroom)\u201d).<\/p>\n Now that you know what literacy narratives generally are and why they are awesome, you\u2019re probably beginning to wonder about how to go about writing one yourself!<\/p>\n Like all assignments, sometimes it\u2019s hard to find a place to begin. Don\u2019t sweat it though! That\u2019s natural and something we all struggle with. Here are some reliable tips to help you tackle any form of a literacy narrative:<\/p>\n *(Courtesy of https:\/\/www.wwnorton.com\/college\/english\/write\/fieldguide\/writing_guides.asp<\/a> )<\/p>\n These are only a few suggestions to help you begin your literacy narrative. However, there\u2019s no one right way to go about it\u2014what is important is that you take some time to think, write, and reflect on your story. As simple as that seems, it can really open your eyes to how you have evolved as a writer and reader!<\/p>\n –Katherine<\/p>\n Resources Consulted<\/p>\n https:\/\/letterpile.com\/writing\/Write-a-Good-Literacy-Narrative<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wwnorton.com\/college\/english\/write\/fieldguide\/writing_guides.asp<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/letterpile.com\/writing\/How-to-Write-a-Literacy-Narrative<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/penandthepad.com\/write-literacy-narrative-7850269.html<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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