Description of impact
Research led by the University of Aberdeen has shaped a social practices approach to adult literacies in Rwanda, combining expertise in adult literacies education with an in-depth knowledge of Rwandan everyday social practices. The research has led to the development of Rwanda’s first-ever qualification aimed at adult educators, which, in turn, has enhanced the knowledge and skills of adult literacy practitioners, increased adult literacy levels and improved the quality of life for both tutors and learners. The work has also provided a valuable evidence base to inform government policy on adult education in Rwanda.Project summary and aims
Outcomes to Date / Future Developments
The ‘Fostering a Social Practice Approach to Adult Literacies’ project and building on established relationships within Rwanda, has enabled the University of Rwanda and TTCs to implement the guidance from the research and contributed to the Rwandan government’s mission to improve adult literacy levels and enhance wellbeing in the country. Specifically, Aberdeen’s collaborative work with the University of Rwanda and IPAR has introduced a new qualification for adult educators and has enhanced the knowledge and skills of adult literacy practitioners in Rwanda. Furthermore, the work has increased adult literacy levels, improved the quality of life of adult learners, and provided an evidence base to guide implementation of Rwandan government policy towards the sustainable delivery of adult basic education.Impact status | Impact Completed (Open) |
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Impact date | 2017 → 2022 |
Stage of Impact | Engagement |
Documents & Links
Related content
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Press/Media
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OurTimeNow: Improving Women’s Lives in Rwanda through Education
Press/Media: Research
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Article reporting on the Launch of the social Literacies project
Press/Media: Research
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Research output
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Gender Analysis for Sustainable Livelihoods and Participatory Governance in Rwanda
Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned Report
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More…or less? Towards a critical pedagogy of Adult Numeracy
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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At play in the space: the concept of ‘the social practice approach’ in the Scottish adult literacies field
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The Promise and the Reality: Women's Rights in Rwanda
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Overcoming poverty and inequality: Rwanda's progress towards the MDGs
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Failing adult learners: Why Rwanda’s adult literacy education is not delivering
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Activities
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Fostering a Social Practice Approach to Adult Literacies for Improving People’s Quality of Life in Western Rwanda
Activity: Disseminating Research › Public Lecture/debate/seminar
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OurTimeNow: Improving Women’s Lives in Rwanda through Education
Activity: Disseminating Research › Media / Social Media