This is my first blog on this site. If I ever figure this out, it’s going to be a lot of fun. I have decided to look at the literacy rates and reasons among High School students in the United States. It has always amazed me to see students fall through the crack when it comes to reading and writing. I find it hard to believe that anyone can graduate without the basic skills needed to be literate. Afterall, twelve years is a long time to fake it.
I plan to use sources from the New York Times– Education section, the Washington Post, Google News and numerous blog sites. I think that I will probably use other sources, but these are the main resources I will be commenting on.
I think that researching some of the causes and facts about illiteracy will allow me to be a better, more aware teacher. I am looking forward to developing these skills. And hopefully, help someone who needs it.
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