Critical literacy development in early childhood education
Date of Award
12-2014
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
First Supervisor/Advisor
Prof. Jacob Marriote Ngwaru
Second Supervisor/Advisor
Ms. Mary Anyango Oluga
Department
Institute for Educational Development, East Africa
Abstract
Developing critical literacy using action research entails reading African stories to children and asking questions to direct children’s thinking. The idea of critical literacy development arises from the need to empower young children to be engaged in discussion about different issues that are directly or indirectly connected to their lives. This study employed the use of qualitative approach and action research design to explore how critical literacy could be developed in young children. Results found indicated that children can engage in exploring complex issues as long as they are exposed to activities that stimulate thinking to development of critical literacy. However for effective implementation, teachers need to be equipped with detailed knowledge on critical literacy and how to facilitate it.
Key terms: Critical Literacy, Critical Pedagogy, Action Research, African Stories, Socio-Cultural Capital, Critical Friend
Recommended Citation
Blandina Francis Duwe . (2014). Critical literacy development in early childhood education (Unpublished Masters Thesis). Dar es salaam: Aga Khan University