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Exploring Literacy Through the Lenses of Malcolm X and Sherman Alexie

This reflection delves into the literacy experiences of Malcolm X and Sherman Alexie, examining how their narratives resonate with personal journeys. By comparing the struggles faced by both authors in their paths to literacy, we explore what inspires a love for education and reading. Through discussions around the definition and importance of literacy, we also consider how our understanding of literacy evolves. This analysis sheds light on the factors that shape our educational pursuits and the cultural contexts of literacy.

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Exploring Literacy Through the Lenses of Malcolm X and Sherman Alexie

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  1. Malcolm X & Sherman Alexie 9/11/2013

  2. Class Date How does Malcolm X's literacy experience relate to your own?

  3. Class Date In what ways is your literacy experience like Sherman Alexie's? 

  4. Class Date Comic books inspired Alexie to become an active reader and writer. Who or what inspired you to value education or to at least pursue a college education? Prison is where Malcolm X gained literacy. Can you name a location where you believe your own path to literacy began?

  5. Class Date Now that you've read two different literacy narratives (Malcolm X and Sherman Alexie), make an argument for which narrative displays more struggle in gaining literacy. Support your argument with evidence from the readings.

  6. Class Date • After reading two literacy narratives, discuss how your idea of what literacy means has changed. Some questions to guide you: • What is the definition of literacy? • Is it important to discuss literacy? Why? • What is the future of literacy?

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