Literacies in the Age of Mobility: Literacy Practices of Adult and Adolescent Migrants

This book explores the literacy learning and practices of adult and adolescent migrants in temporary and permanent post-migration settlements, examining the complex relations between literacies and mobility and a range of perspectives on language use and learning.

Format: Hardback
Length: 291 pages
Publication date: 16 January 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into profound inquiries concerning mobility, literacy learning, and literacy practices among adult and adolescent migrants. The authors explore the intricate dynamics of literacies among adults and adolescents in both temporary and more enduring post-migration settlements, accounting for both spatial and temporal dimensions. The examination encompasses a diverse range of formal and informal educational settings, including state-mandated schools, community centers, and libraries. Through their insightful chapters, the authors shed light on the intricate interplay between literacies and mobility, as well as offer a diverse range of perspectives on language use and language learning. This volume holds immense appeal to students and researchers engaged in the fields of education and literacy, applied linguistics, language education, and migration studies. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars seeking to deepen their understanding of the multifaceted aspects of literacy and mobility in contemporary societies.

Weight: 524g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030833169
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022