WL08/23: Music for Literacy and Social Action
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Conference Information
WE LEARN 5th Annual (Net)Working Gathering & Conference on Women & Literacy
Building Alliances / Construyendo Alianzas
March 7- 8, 2008
Fordham University at Lincoln Center (New York City)
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Session: Music for Literacy and Social Action
This workshop presents techniques for using powerful songs to stimulate discussion and language learning. In-depth study of music and lyrics promotes understanding of and respect for culture, developing comprehension of vocabulary and idiomatic speech and honing critical thinking skills while teaching social justice and empowering women.
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