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RESEARCH

The Multiliteracies Learning Initiative aims to develop a case for a multiliteracies based curriculum by providing research evidence from real classrooms. The first phase of research began in 2007 after an initial research study into the effects of multimodality on writing. The study found a statistically significant difference in writing attainment using a multiliteracies approach compared to a traditional monomodal approach.

As well as being an independent research initiative we also work with other organisations to collaborate and communicate findings with a wider audience. Our current focus for research is on the effects of multimodality on writing composition and how it can stimulate creative learning skills. We are currently using a multimodal analysis framework that has been described as innovative by Ofsted (2008).

In addition to our work on multimodal writing we are also involved in research projects with the United Kingdom Literacy Association (UKLA) and Durham University. Further information about our research projects can be found below.

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FURTHER RESEARCH INFORMATION
Multiliteracies Learning Initiative: Multimodal Writing

Our current focus for research is on the effects of multimodality on writing composition and how it can stimulate creative learning skills. We are currently using a multimodal analysis framework that has been described as innovative by Ofsted (2008). Our findings to date have shown that multimodality instigates deep changes on the writing process and can raise attainment of creative writing.
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Digital Literacies

An innovative project is being undertaken with the United Kingdom Literacy Association (UKLA) relating to teachers and children shaping digital worlds in and out of classrooms. The project aims to provide evidence for the case of digital literacies in the curriculum and has, to date, communicated findings with agencies such as Becta and The Primary Review.
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Creativity in Education Research

Various research projects are currently being undertaken with Durham University relating to conceptions of creativity in the primary classroom. We hope that this research will provide us with valuable data for ways forward with addressing key issues with the integration of a multiliteracies and creative learning curriculum in our schools.
 
RECOMMENDED READING

 

This area includes recommended reading into the field of multiliteracies and education including books, articles, websites and blogs.
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Principles

We explore the following themes under the banner of multiliteracies.
 
- Multimodal Literacy
- Critical Literacy
- Creative Learning
- Collective Intelligence
- Reflective Risk Taking

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A multiliteracies approach to the curriculum is crucial to developing a critical awareness of the ways in which modes converge to form new ways of communicating (Waller et al, 2008)

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