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Abstract :
[en] The history of education shows that literacy goes beyond essential reading and writing skills to include the ability to interpret, evaluate, and critically engage with information in different formats. This paper examines the role of the educational press, exploring the “Courrier de l'Éducation Nationale” in Luxembourg as a support tool for teachers in promoting literacy among their students. By analysing this periodical in its socio-historical context, the study begins mapping the educational press in Luxembourg, identifying indicators of its relevance to teaching practice and its alignment with educational literacy policies.
The study uses a documentary research methodology to examine the “Courrier de l'Éducation Nationale” as a primary source, complemented by analysing educational policy documents such as curriculum reforms and normative acts. Editions published since 1964, including print and digital editions, are examined to identify thematic patterns and their alignment with educational reforms. The study checks how the publication addresses literacy challenges such as functional illiteracy, digital literacy and multilingual education in the Luxembourg educational landscape.
The research shows how the “Courrier de l'Éducation Nationale” reflects and influences national education policy, serving as both a historical record and a pedagogical resource. The journal’s diverse content demonstrates an evolving understanding of literacy as a multidimensional concept. The results underline the publication’s role in promoting educational resources such as books, materials, and digital resources focusing on literacy (material and digital) and critical thinking, helping the school community navigate the complexities of a multilingual and digital society.
By situating the “Courrier de l'Éducation Nationale” within the broader discourse on literacy, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the interaction between educational policy, historical context and media (print and digital) as tools for promoting literacy and informed citizenship in Luxembourg school communities.
