Reading the World: The Case for Geographic Literacy in Education

Join us for our first live TALL lecture at the Muskoka Discovery Centre!

Literacy in education has long centered on reading, writing, and mathematics — but what about reading the world itself? Maps, place, and geographic knowledge offer students a powerful lens for understanding culture, politics, and the forces that shape our lives. This presentation explores how educators can foster critical geographic literacy with learners of all ages.

Dr. Gary Pluim is an Associate Professor of Social Foundations and Intercultural Education in the Faculty of Education at Lakehead University, Orillia, holding a PhD from OISE, University of Toronto. His scholarship examines place-based and global citizenship education, youth voice, and alternative pedagogies, with current research exploring the intercultural dimensions of curriculum-sharing among Commonwealth nations. His work appears in journals including Intercultural Education and Comparative and International Education and is supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. A 2024 recipient of the Lakehead University Contribution to Teaching Award, Gary previously held educational leadership roles across the Pacific, East Africa, the Canadian Arctic, and the Caribbean.

*Refreshments included!

When:
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
10am-12pm
Muskoka Discovery Centre (in person only)
275 Steamship Bay Rd., Gravenhurst, ON

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Lecture Muskoka: Reading the World: The Case for Geographic Literacy in Education [$20.00]

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Reading the World: The Case for Geographic Literacy in Education

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