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Welcome to the Lancaster Literacy Research Centre
The Literacy Research Centre at Lancaster University works to understand the role of literacy in all areas of social life and to improve communication and collaboration between researchers and educational practice. We welcome all practitioners and students concerned with literacy, including new MA and PhD students as well as other academic visitors.
We are closely associated with the Department of Linguistics and English Language and the Department of Educational Research.
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Literacy Research Discussion GroupThe Literacy Research Discussion Group meets every Tuesday lunchtime in term time. The Literacy Resource Centre is open every Tuesday between 2.30 - 4.00 pm in term time and other times by arrangement. Please contact us in advance if planning to visit. |
New MA course in Digital Language and LiteraciesOur MA in Digital Language and Literacies starts in October 2012. Apply now! |
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Current Research InterestsOur current research interests include:
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Associated OrganisationsThe Research and Practice in Adult Literacy Group RaPAL is the only British national organisation that focuses on the role of literacy in adult life. We are an independent network of learners, teachers, managers and researchers in adult basic education. RaPAL was established in 1985 and is supported by membership subscription only. RaPAL publishes a bulletin three times a year and holds an annual conference. Lancaster University Learning Group |
Latest News
Julia Gillen writes for the Daily Mirror about Waterstone's, 13 January 2012
Dr Julia Gillen, lecturer in Digital Literacies, writes about Waterstone's lost apostrophe in the Daily Mirror."End of an error: Why it's OK to follow ...Read more»
Events
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7 May 2012, Enriching early childhood literacy curricula and practice - a dialogue with Canada. One day conference.