Family literacy : reading, writing, and survival
Date
1995
Authors
Garlock, Toni L.
University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
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Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 1995
Abstract
Student recollections of childhood realities in regard to literacy acquisition in the home
were examined in this study through discussion, interviews, and journals with 11
participants. The importance placed on literacy activities by significant adults in the home
is discussed in this paper as are the concepts of family dynamics and relationships and
their effect on literacy learning. Effects of abuse, alcoholism, and prejudice according to
race, ability, and status are also presented. It is eye-opening for educators to see the
emphasis that was placed on survival in their youth, in a very real sense, by many of the
participants, even when questioned specifically about literacy experiences.
All names have been changed to ensure anonymity. Those participants who have had life
experiences related in one or more vignettes, will receive another name change during
the analysis and discussion of childhood realities. This study has been approved by the
Human Subjects Committee and permission has been obtained from all participants.
Description
vii, 57 leaves ; 29 cm.
Keywords
Literacy -- Alberta , Literacy -- Social aspects -- Alberta , Families -- Alberta , Family violence -- Alberta