Literacy Is Still Not Enough
Modern Fluencies for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment
- Nicky Mohan - The InfoSavvy21 Group
- Ian Jukes - The InfoSavvy21 Group
- Ryan L. Schaaf - Notre Dame of Maryland University
Foreword by George Saltsman
While reading, writing, and arithmetic remain important, they are no longer enough. For learners to thrive, they must move beyond traditional literacies to modern fluencies—the unconscious mental processes that are learned, adapted, and applied in the context of real-world problems and challenges.
In this book, the authors unpack the fluencies (solution, information, creativity, communication, collaboration, and global citizenship) to reflect the relentless social, cultural, and economic shifts of modern times. Practical resources are presented alongside:
- Authentic Unit Plan Exemplars for each fluency
- Assessment rubric examples
- Discussion questions
Learners today must master an entirely different set of essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed than previous generations. This book provides a practical framework for integrating new fluencies into traditional curriculum.
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1: Highly Educated Useless People
Chapter 2: Education in the Age of Disruption