Examining the Potential of Family Literacy Programs through the Narratives of Fathers in Recovery
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| Title: | Examining the Potential of Family Literacy Programs through the Narratives of Fathers in Recovery |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Angela M. Wiseman (ORCID |
| Source: | International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education (QSE). 2025 38(7):972-989. |
| Availability: | Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 18 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Family Literacy, Family Programs, Fathers, Trauma Informed Approach, Residential Programs, Inclusion, Family Problems |
| DOI: | 10.1080/09518398.2024.2425279 |
| ISSN: | 0951-8398 1366-5898 |
| Abstract: | This paper is based on a trauma-informed family literacy program implemented in a residential treatment facility for fathers with substance-use disorders, with many of their population experiencing homelessness. Informed by a critical approach to family literacy that recognizes the social, cultural, and historical perspectives of families' experiences, we believe that it is important to consider ways that family literacy programs, particularly informed by critical perspectives, can create inclusive programs for those who are often marginalized. In this article, we used qualitative research, specifically narrative methods, to depict two fathers' experiences in the program. The fathers' narratives provide insights as to how a family literacy program can incorporate discussions around children's literature to create spaces where fathers can reflect on their relationships with their children and their experiences as parents. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1478821 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This paper is based on a trauma-informed family literacy program implemented in a residential treatment facility for fathers with substance-use disorders, with many of their population experiencing homelessness. Informed by a critical approach to family literacy that recognizes the social, cultural, and historical perspectives of families' experiences, we believe that it is important to consider ways that family literacy programs, particularly informed by critical perspectives, can create inclusive programs for those who are often marginalized. In this article, we used qualitative research, specifically narrative methods, to depict two fathers' experiences in the program. The fathers' narratives provide insights as to how a family literacy program can incorporate discussions around children's literature to create spaces where fathers can reflect on their relationships with their children and their experiences as parents. |
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| ISSN: | 0951-8398 1366-5898 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/09518398.2024.2425279 |
