This document discusses authentic literacy and its importance. It begins by asking what authentic literacy is and why it matters. It then provides ground rules for the conversation, emphasizing that everyone should participate respectfully and keep an open mind. The document goes on to ask questions about the goals of literacy instruction and what real readers and writers do. It mentions community and authentic assessment. It concludes by encouraging participants to not be afraid of real learning and to share one thing they learned or a new idea they want to think more about.