Like Literacy & Numeracy, Only Different
From the website of the IVLA:
The term "Visual Literacy" was first coined in 1969 by John Debes, one of the most important figures in the history of IVLA. Debes' offered (1969b, 27) the following definition of the term:
"Visual Literacy refers to a group of vision-competencies a human being can develop by seeing and at the same time having and integrating other sensory experiences. The development of these competencies is fundamental to normal human learning. When developed, they enable a visually literate person to discriminate and interpret the visible actions, objects, symbols, natural or man-made, that he encounters in his environment. Through the creative use of these competencies, he is able to communicate with others. Through the appreciative use of these competencies, he is able to comprehend and enjoy the masterworks of visual communication."
Books on Visual Literacy
Visual Literacy: A Conceptual Approach to Graphic Problem Solving
Amazon Price: $18.45 (as of 12/16/2009) 
How to See: A Guide to Reading Our Manmade Environment
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Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art
Amazon Price: $15.82 (as of 12/16/2009)
George Nelson: The Design of Modern Design
Amazon Price: $35.04 (as of 12/16/2009)
George Nelson: Compact Design Portfolio
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Picture Books by Tana Hoban
Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas
Amazon Price: $8.50 (as of 12/16/2009)
LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 12/16/2009)
The Polar Express
Amazon Price: $11.07 (as of 12/16/2009)
The Christmas Sweater: A Picture Book
Amazon Price: $10.47 (as of 12/16/2009)
The Twilight Saga: New Moon--The Official Illustrated Movie Companion
Amazon Price: $10.47 (as of 12/16/2009)
Where to Go to Find Out More
- International Visual Literacy Association
- from the website:
"IVLA was formed for the purpose of providing a forum for the exchange of information related to visual literacy. We are also concerned with issues dealing with education, instruction and training in modes of visual communication and their application through the concept of visual literacy to individuals, groups, organizations, and to the public in general."
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