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Kenyan Women Adult Literacy Learners: Why Their Motivation Is Difficult to Sustain.
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Journal Article
Author/contributor
- Mwiria, Kilemi (Author)
Title
Kenyan Women Adult Literacy Learners: Why Their Motivation Is Difficult to Sustain.
Abstract
Examines reasons for high representation of women and factors influencing their persistence in Kenya's literacy programs. Considers the limited formal learning opportunities available, economic demands, women's multiple social roles, inadequate learning environments, unqualified literacy teachers, and the impact of a male-centered society. Provides suggestions for sustaining women's motivation in literacy programs. (18 references) (CA)
Publication
Kenyan Women Adult Literacy Learners: Why Their Motivation Is Difficult to Sustain.
Volume
39
Issue
3
Pages
183-192
Date
1993-01-01
Language
eng
ISSN
0020-8566
Extra
an: EJ471294; source: International Review of Education/Internationale Zeitschrift fuer Erziehungswissenschaft/Revue Internationale de Pedagogie; docTypes: Opinion Papers ; Reports - Descriptive ; Journal Articles; pubTypes: Academic JournalReport;
Citation
Mwiria, K. (1993). Kenyan Women Adult Literacy Learners: Why Their Motivation Is Difficult to Sustain. Kenyan Women Adult Literacy Learners: Why Their Motivation Is Difficult to Sustain., 39(3), 183–192. https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=b913b356-480d-3022-b819-4c6a0cb16002
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