Beliefs of adults with disabilities about literacy skills' roles on their livelihood as well as quality of life and their influence on becoming literate in Ethiopia

Abstract

The roles of literacy skills in improving the livelihood of individuals have been extensively researched, but little is known about their impact on the lives of persons with disabilities. This qualitative case study tried to explore people with physical disabilities' beliefs about literacy skills' contributions to their livelihood and how these determine the commitment to pursuing literacy skills. To gather data, semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions were used. The study's findings indicated that respondents believed literacy skills could potentially improve their livelihood. As a result of their beliefs, their strive to become literate was imperative.

Author(s)

Temesgen Oljira Geleta, Dinke Aga Hirpa

Year

2023

Countries

Ethiopia

Language

English

Research Method

Qualitative

Article Type

Peer-Reviewed Articles

Keywords

Literacy | Disability | Adult education | Excel Import

Full Citation Style

Geleta, T. O., & Hirpa, D. A. (2023). Beliefs of adults with disabilities about literacy skills' roles on their livelihood as well as quality of life and their influence on becoming literate in Ethiopia. Strategic Research Journal. https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186X.2023.2201167
Geleta, T. O. and Hirpa, D. A., 2023. Beliefs of adults with disabilities about literacy skills' roles on their livelihood as well as quality of life and their influence on becoming literate in Ethiopia. Strategic Research Journal. Available at: <https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186X.2023.2201167>
Geleta, T. O., and Dinke Aga Hirpa. "Beliefs of adults with disabilities about literacy skills' roles on their livelihood as well as quality of life and their influence on becoming literate in Ethiopia." Strategic Research Journal (2023). https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186X.2023.2201167
Geleta TO, Hirpa DA. Beliefs of adults with disabilities about literacy skills' roles on their livelihood as well as quality of life and their influence on becoming literate in Ethiopia. Strategic Research Journal. 2023; https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186X.2023.2201167

Research Team

Temesgen Oljira Geleta

Temesgen Oljira Geleta

Dinke Aga Hirpa

Dinke Aga Hirpa

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