TALL Muskoka Lecture Series

Reading the World: The Case for Geographic Literacy in Education Date: September 16, 2026 Time: 10am - 12pm Location: Muskoka Discovery Centre (275 Steamship Bay Rd., Gravenhurst) *In person only Cost: $20 +HST 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…