New literacies is a research concept and academic field investigating the evolving nature of literacy in response to digital technologies and networked communication environments. It examines the skills, practices, and social contexts involved in reading, writing, and communicating across diverse digital platforms and multimodal formats, characterized by a focus on multimodality, interactivity, networked participation, and the critical evaluation of information. Its significance lies in understanding contemporary learning, communication, and social engagement in the digital age.