Abstract
This article explores the concept of syncretism, its history, related concepts, and potential as a research tool. It proposes a critical syncretism for analyzing the syncretic literacy projects of three young Puerto Rican bilinguals with attention to their agency and creativity drawing on diverse languages and literacies and transforming them at home with family members' support. The projects are also analyzed within the sociohistorical contexts of the families. Challenges for research and education are discussed.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Journal | Anthropology & Education Quarterly |
| Volume | 44 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 1 2013 |
Keywords
- Syncretism
- Syncretic literacy
- Critical syncretism
- Literacy
- Bilingual education
- Creative ability
- Latino families
- Young children
Disciplines
- Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Education
- Educational Methods
- Pre-Elementary, Early Childhood, Kindergarten Teacher Education
- Teacher Education and Professional Development
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