The ability to communicate orally affects a student's ability to write and to succeed at the postsecondary level. Though postsecondary institutions do not require remedial work in oral communication, it should be included in the curriculum and teacher preparation programs. Active listening contributes directly to success in postsecondary study and in the work world. Though most postsecondary institutions do not offer separate courses in listening, postsecondary educators should teach the skill of active listening in their programs, including those preparing P-12 teachers. The literacy team recognizes the need, in learning and in life, to be able to interpret an array of visual media, including advertisements and political propaganda.
Technology commands ever greater importance in our institutions and in the workplace.
Students entering postsecondary study or work without computer skills and media literacy are unprepared. Train postsecondary faculty in all disciplines how to teach writing, critical reading, effective oral communication, active listening, and media and technological literacy. Good teachers demonstrate literacy skills through effective reading and writing assignments and discussion. For Classroom Teachers at All Levels 9. Form local alliances among P-12 teachers and postsecondary faculty focusing on reading, writing, oral communication, active listening, and media and technological literacy across content areas at all levels.