Brian Street

Brian Street is a British educational researcher best known for his work on literacy and its social aspects. He introduced the concept of "social literacies," emphasizing that literacy is not just about reading and writing skills, but also about how these skills are used within different social contexts. Street's research highlights the importance of understanding cultural and situational factors in learning and literacy practices, advocating for a broader view of education that recognizes diverse forms of communication and knowledge. His ideas have significantly influenced literacy education, policy, and research globally.