Picturing Hope : In the Face of Poverty, as Seen Through the Eyes of Teachers

by Unknown

• ISBN13: 9780702177576
• ISBN10: 0702177571
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2009-09-01
• Publisher: Juta Academic

Summary

Using the "photovoice" techniquea method that asks subjects to photograph what they feel represents their worldthis enlightening visual research reveals the everyday realities of poverty through the eyes of those most affected by it. Intended for teachers, psychologists, anthropologists, and social and community workers, this unique resource offers insight into how communities are able to cope with the challenges of poverty and the impact of HIV and AIDS. Emphasizing the power and vital presence of hope, the photographs show how the pupils rise above their circumstances against the odds.

Author Biography

T. Olivier is a professor in the faculty of education and the research technology and innovation unit at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. L. Wood teaches and researches at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. She focuses on developing programs and materials to equip teachers and schools to deal with the challenges presented by HIV and AIDS in the classroom. N. de Lange is an associate professor in educational psychology in the faculty of education at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Her research focuses on social inclusion of adolescents, addressing diverse issues such as Tourette's syndrome, termination of pregnancy, HIV and AIDS, and particularly visual participatory methodologies.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Preface

Introduction & Conceptual Framework

Values

Education

Helping Ourselves

Conclusion

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