Empowering Literacy: Shared Book Reading Initiative for Emirati Fathers and Children in Abu Dhabi Homes (79069)
Monday, 25 March 2024 15:00
Session: Poster Session 1
Room: Orion Hall (5F)
Presentation Type: Poster Presentation
This paper explores the outcomes of a research and development project addressing early literacy development among Emirati children in the UAE, focusing on fostering positive early literacy attitudes and experiences. The initiative targets the critical age of 4-5 years, aligning with Kindergarten onset in the Emirates. Recognizing the link between academic achievements, lifelong learning and literacy, the project is situated within the broader context of early literacy development, emphasizing positive attitudes and experiences. Emphasizing home-based shared father-child reading for 4-5-year-olds, the initiative seeks to instill a love for learning. Participating fathers receive carefully selected high-quality books in English, Modern Standard Arabic, and bilingual formats, fostering shared reading experiences between fathers and their children at home. Interactive workshops complement this effort by equipping fathers with straightforward yet research-proven techniques for effective parent-child interactive reading. The impact of the shared reading intervention is comprehensively assessed from various perspectives, primarily focusing on its influence on the competence, confidence, and overall well-being of both fathers and children involved in the study. This paper scrutinizes the strategies implemented during these workshops, evaluating the broader implications of the initiative for education. This research informs education and development discussions, highlighting the initiative's role in nurturing a positive reading culture and preserving cultural values in families.
Authors:
Sumaya Saqr, Emirates College for Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates
Kay Gallagher, Emirates College for Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates
Anna Dillon, Emirates College for Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates
Claudine Habak, Emirates College for Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates
Yahia Alramamneh, Emirates College for Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates
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