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Australian Review of Applied Linguistics: Online-First ArticlesExperiences of supporting adults with literacy gaps
A narrative inquiry
This paper uses a thematic narrative analysis approach to explore the experiences of individuals who support those living with literacy gaps in Australia. Themes of collective shame and responsibility surrounding adult literacy gaps, as well as the communicative expertise and critical reflexivity developed by supporters in their roles, are prominent in their narratives. As part of a more extensive study that also explored the experiences of people living with literacy gaps, the findings of this paper highlight the need for more research into this area, particularly underscoring the importance of including first-hand accounts from those directly impacted by literacy gaps and recognizing adult literacy supporters as a unique population.
Keywords: literacy gaps, adult literacy, communicative expertise, critical reflexivity, collective shame and responsibility
Article outline
- 1.Introduction
- 2.Context
- 3.Literature review
- 4.Methodology
- 5.Data analysis and discussion
- 5.1Theme 1: Collective shame and responsibility
- 5.2Theme 2: Critical reflexivity
- 5.3Theme 3: Communicative expertise
- 6.Conclusion
- Acknowledgements
-
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