Reconceptualizing Literacy in the New Age of Multiculturalism and Pluralism, 2nd Edition

A volume in Literacy, Language and LearningSeries Editors: Claudia Finkbeiner, Universitaet Kassel; Althier M. Lazar, Saint Joseph's University;Wen Ma, Le Moyne CollegeThe 2nd Edition of Reconceptualizing Literacy in the New Age of Multiculturalism and Pluralism honors the geniusof Dr. Peter Mosenthal. His contributions to the field of literacy were unprecedented. Many described him as asuperb researcher who never lost sight of the purpose of education. He made us laugh as he led us in a nurseryrhyme song during his National Reading Conference (LRA) Presidential Address and made us think as he explainedthe significance of educational implications in all research articles. He also mentored and taught graduate students in gentle and carefully attentiveways, showing his respect and appreciation for the work of each individual in the field. He was a remarkable person.The second edition of this book includes many experienced and new scholars from around the world. Qualitative and quantitative researchmethodologies are scattered throughout and the practical and theoretical are well represented. New Literacies and Global Perspectives areadded sections in this volume. In this era of the Common Core, Reconceptualizing Literacy in the New Age of Multiculturalism and Pluralism,presents a rational educational balance for literacy development across the curriculum.