1. Literacy and Numeracy Foundational to Student Learning Engaging with Education Partners, Spring 2014

3. The Evolution of Literacy write a speech present a report read a letter write a resume talk on the phone collaborate face to face teleconference use an encyclopedia/dictionary maintain a blog collaborate virtually (video conference, Yammer, GoogleDocs, Skype, Twitter) design an app create, produce and share video use e-portfolios (LinkedIn) instant messaging/texting Wikipedia © Photodisc/Getty Images

5. The Evolution of Numeracy Formative Phase (1959-1982) Mastery of basic arithmetic skills normally acquired in childhood Mathematical Phase (1982- late1990s) Use of math in everyday life Understanding of information presented in mathematical terms

6. The Evolution of Numeracy (cont.) Integrative Phase (2000 - now) Multi-faceted, sophisticated Habits of mind necessary to approach quantitative and spatial information in an effective way Involves making judgements or decisions and taking action

7. Industrial Mass Production Knowledge Skilled Labour Basic reading Basic writing Basic arithmetic Reading Writing Computations Basic problem solving Technological adeptness Coping with information Innovation Collaboration Complex problem solving Literacy and Numeracy Adapt to Changing Economies

8. Literacy and Numeracy Ministerial Order (#001-2013) 2.3 All students will employ literacy and numeracy to construct and communicate meaning.

9. Draft Literacy and Numeracy Benchmarks are: Expectations and behaviours at developmentally appropriate age groups Inclusive Applied in diverse contexts and for a variety of purposes The responsibility of all educators Lifelong processes

10. Awareness Strategies Knowledge and Understanding Draft Benchmark Components understanding what literacy and numeracy are appreciating the role literacy and numeracy play identifying oneself as literate/numerate and understanding one’s abilities calling upon the habits of mind essential concepts and skills influenced by social or cultural experiences foundational building blocks deliberate actions, procedures or processes applied to acquire, create, connect and communicate

11. Awareness Ages 4–5Ages 6–8Ages 9–11Ages 12–14Ages 15–18+ I determine how being literate enables me and others to create and express meaning. I explore and play with the patterns, sounds and language around me. I recognize that language is used in many ways by different people. I determine how my personal enjoyment and my learning are enhanced by my choice of literacy activities. I determine how literacy helps me achieve personal goals, explore interests and make informed choices. I understand that being literate empowers me to successfully communicate with others, achieve personal goals, and make local and global connections. Component Organizing ElementBenchmark Structure of the Literacy and Numeracy Benchmarks

12. Activity - Reconstructing the Benchmarks

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