Godfrey Thomson Hall
Accessible Futures: Multimodal Literacy for All
Length of presentation is 45 mins (9:30 - 10:15am)
Literacy is far more than printed text. Meaning is shaped through voice, rhythm, image, movement, story and digital media. Songs, poetry, performance, visual storytelling and technology all offer powerful ways for learners to explore language, ideas and expression.
This keynote explores how multimodal literacy, inclusive design and assistive technology can widen participation in learning while maintaining high expectations for all learners. Drawing on research and classroom practice, the session considers how combining spoken language, text, sound, visuals and digital tools can support engagement, comprehension and expression across diverse classrooms.
Particular attention will be given to learners who experience barriers to traditional print-based literacy, including neurodivergent learners, pupils with complex needs and those who use AAC. Using principles from Universal Design for Learning, the session explores how designing learning with multiple ways to access, engage with and express understanding can strengthen literacy for everyone.
Within Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence, there is growing recognition of multimodal texts and creative forms of expression. Alongside spoken language, poetry and performance, film and screen texts are beginning to gain greater visibility as part of this wider literacy landscape.
Presenter(s):
Dr. Sarah Moseley
Suitable for:
Primary & Secondary, FE & HE, Special Schools, ASN bases
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