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MA LLL Colloquium

Empowerment through relevance: a case study of young learners in literacy and basic education programmes in Mexico

Info about event

Time

Friday 30 March 2012,  at 15:00 - 17:00

Location

Department of Education, Aarhus University, Campus Emdrup, Tuborgvej 164, Room A130, 2400 Copenhagen NV

Carlos Vargas Tamez
Deusto University
Spain

 

Literacy and basic education programmes in Mexico often deal with diverse population groups; however, the contents, methods, expected outcomes and forms of evaluation are usually the same for all learners regardless of their background, social conditions and age groups. The “illiterate” or those with “education deficits” are seen as a homogeneous group. This situation has led to a lack of relevance and engagement of young people in learning programmes. This seminar addresses the possibility of empowering the most disenfranchised youth via relevant learning programmes by looking at a case study.

Marcella Milana will serve as moderator.

Participation is free of charge.