ISBN: 979-8-9950822-2-4

Title: Literacy in the Disciplines

Author: Dr. Deborah L. Deneen

About the Book:

Literacy in the Disciplines expands literacy beyond reading and writing to include speaking, listening, visualizing, digital communication, and meaning-making across subject areas. Its 23 chapters explore literacy foundations, disciplinary expertise, identity, culture, motivation, assessment, responsive instruction, and educational leadership. The book combines research, classroom experiences, and practical strategies to help educators create inclusive and engaging learning communities.

About the Author:  

Deborah Deneen is the book’s editor and guiding voice, presenting literacy as both a personal and social practice that helps people understand and participate in the world. She contributes chapters about the thinking habits of proficient readers and preparing the mind to support thinking, reading, and writing. Her approach connects educational research with lived experience and practical classroom applications while bringing together the perspectives of numerous scholars and practitioners.