Abstract
This qualitative research synthesis of portrayals of adult literacy learners identified five types of “characters” that can have a powerful impact on how the “action” of practice, policy, and research are shaped.
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Recommended Citation
Belzer, A.,
&
Pickard, A.
(2014).
Framing Adult Learners: From Heroic Victim to Capable Comrade.
Adult Education Research Conference.
https://newprairiepress.org/aerc/2014/papers/9
Framing Adult Learners: From Heroic Victim to Capable Comrade
This qualitative research synthesis of portrayals of adult literacy learners identified five types of “characters” that can have a powerful impact on how the “action” of practice, policy, and research are shaped.