What is meant by literacy engagement?

Literacy engagement refers to the use of strategies that fully immerse students in reading and writing activities. This approach encourages active participation and interaction with texts, helping to develop critical thinking and comprehension skills. It involves creating an environment where reading and writing are meaningful, authentic, and enjoyable experiences for students. By engaging with literature and writing tasks, students can develop a deeper understanding of the material, enhance their motivation and enjoyment of literacy practices, and improve their overall literacy skills.

While limited reading activities, writing-focused tasks, and technology-only assignments can play a role in literacy development, they do not encompass the broader concept of literacy engagement, which is fundamentally about fostering a rich, interactive, and comprehensive literary experience for students.