Teaching, Learning, and Visual Literacy
The Dual Role of Visual Representation
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Published:27th Aug '12
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This book examines the importance of visual literacy education, offering strategies for improving the visual analytic abilities of teachers and students.
This book addresses the core issues concerning visual literacy in education and offers strategies for improving the visual analytic abilities of teachers and students. Eilam presents a broad overview of visual representation theory, as well as a pragmatic discussion of best practices for the use of visual elements in schools.Visual literacy is an increasingly critical skill in a globalizing, digital world. This book addresses the core issues concerning visual literacy in education, underscoring its importance for the instruction of students and educators. Professor Billie Eilam argues that the incorporation of visual skill development in teacher training programs will help break the cycle of visual illiteracy. Understanding the pedagogical benefits and risks of visual representation can help educators develop effective strategies to produce visually literate students. Eilam presents a broad overview of theoretical knowledge regarding visual representation, as well as a discussion of best practices for the use of visual elements in schools. In addition to theory, Eilam includes practical exercises for introducing visual literacy into teacher education, offering strategies for analyzing visualization in curricula and for increasing awareness of visual culture.
ISBN: 9780521119825
Dimensions: 229mm x 150mm x 28mm
Weight: 680g
348 pages