Developing Functional Literacy in University Students

This article examines the development of functional literacy in university students. It outlines the key components of functional literacy, including reading comprehension, mathematical literacy, scientific literacy, and information literacy. The role of higher education in fostering these skills is discussed, emphasizing the integration of theory and practice, interdisciplinary approaches, and critical thinking. Various methods and approaches, such as project-based and problem-based learning, are explored, along with the central role of educators in facilitating functional literacy. Assessment strategies for functional literacy are highlighted, and challenges, including time constraints, teacher training, and digital inequality, are addressed. The article also looks at future prospects for improving functional literacy through digital technologies and interdisciplinary programs.