Young learners: Interpreting literacy practice in the preschool years

摘要: To support our interpretation of literacy practice in preschools, this study considered Green's articulation Literacy '3D'. This model emphasises learning that brings together the operational, cultural and critical dimensions literacy, considering these to be interlocking equal importance. The philosophy underpinning is it counterproductive start with issues skills techniques outside authentic contexts situated social practice. Using '3D' as lens through which view learning, paper draws attention practices three preschool teachers who participated Young Learners' Project: Preschool Teachers Sub-study 2008 2009, illustrative range experiences supported. Findings from application 3D drawing on video, survey interview data indicate differentiated across a commonly found experiences.