appliedliteracy
nounUK /əˈplaɪd ˈlɪtərəsi/
US /əˈplaɪd ˈlɪtərəsi/
Using reading and writing skills to do real things in everyday life.
Filling out a job application is a good example of appliedliteracy.
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2. The ability to understand and use written information to solve problems at work or at home.
Her appliedliteracy helped her follow the safety instructions at the factory.
3. A set of reading and writing skills taught for use in daily tasks rather than for school tests.
The community class focused on appliedliteracy, like reading bus schedules and medicine labels.
4. Using texts and documents to make decisions and take action.
Appliedliteracy let him compare two bills and choose the cheaper phone plan.