Republic of the Philippines
Commission on Higher Education
DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay
A.Y. 2024-2025
Module 3:
NEW LITERACIES, FUNCTIONAL LITERACY AND MULTILITERACY
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. What is a key characteristic differentiating "new literacies" from earlier
understandings of literacy?
a. Emphasis on digital technologies and multimodal communication.
b. Focus solely on reading and writing skills
c. Limited application in diverse social contexts.
d. Restriction to specific subject areas.
2. According to the text, what is a defining aspect of literacy beyond basic reading and
writing?
a. The ability to memorize facts and figures.
b. Applying knowledge for specific purposes in particular contexts.
c. Ignoring social and cultural factors.
d. Focusing on single-mode communication.
3. Which literacy type focuses on understanding and navigating complex social
situations responsibly?
a. Multicultural Literacy
b. Social Literacy
c. Media Literacy
d. Financial Literacy
4. Which of the following best describes Creative Literacy?
a. Understanding different ethnic groups and their impact on society.
b. The ability to use digital devices effectively for communication.
c. The ability to generate valuable, original ideas and view the world uniquely.
d. Understanding the principles of ecosystems for sustainability.
5. According to UNESCO's initial definition, functional literacy primarily focused on:
a. Advanced academic reading and writing skills.
b. Meeting the reading and writing demands of daily life independently.
c. Developing expertise in specific technical fields.
d. Mastering complex literary texts.
6. How has the definition of functional literacy changed over time?
a. It has remained consistent since its initial definition.
b. It has become less relevant to daily life.
c. It has broadened to encompass technological advancements and societal changes.
d. It has narrowed its focus to basic reading and writing skills.
7. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of functional literacy programs as
outlined by UNESCO?
a. Integration with economic and social development plans.
b. Focusing solely on basic reading and writing skills without practical application.
c. Imparting professional and technical knowledge.
d. Being an integral part of a country's overall educational system.
8. Capar's (1998) perspective on functional literacy emphasizes:
a. A one-time achievement of literacy skills.
b. The ongoing process of maintaining and applying literacy skills throughout life.
c. The importance of formal education in achieving functional literacy.
d. The limitations of functional literacy in adapting to changing environments.
9. According to _________ in 2019 Functional literacy, Education and Mass Media
Survey (FLEMMS), the country registered a 90.3% rate
a. World Vision
b. Manalo
c. UNICEF
d. Manuyo
10. It provides an opportunity for learning among out of school youth for them to land in
better jobs
a. ALS
b. Department of Education
c. CHED
d. Tesda
11. It believes that literacy educators have the responsibility to integrate information
and communication technologies into curriculum to prepare students for the future they
deserve
a. UNICEF
b. International Reading Association (IRA)
c. International Literacy Association
d. World Vision
12. He noted the four common elements as broader dimensions of new literacies
a. Manuyo
b. Kress
c. Coiro
d. Lander
13. It connects learning to students real-life experiences and cultural backgrounds
a. Situated practice
b. Overt instruction
c. Critical framing
d. Transformed practice
14. It encourages questioning and critical analysis of diverse perspectives.
a. Situated practice
b. Overt instruction
c. Critical framing
d. Transformed practice
15. It provides explicit teaching of tools, skills, and learning techniques.
a. Situated practice
b. Overt instruction
c. Critical framing
d. Transformed practice
II. Answer the following questions.
1. What is meant by new literacies? What is their impact on the teaching-learning
process?
2 Describe a multiliterate teacher.
3. Distinguish between basic and functional literacy.
5. How can we integrate new literacies and functional literacy in the curriculum and in
classroom practice?
Answer Key:
1. a
2. b
3. b
4. c
5. b
6. c
7. b
8. b
9. d
10. a
11. b
12. c
13. a
14. c
15. b
