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The social and linguistic integration experiences of Ukrainian refugees through community and urban education courses in Iceland
This study explores Ukrainian refugees’ perspectives on and experiences with courses aimed at developing L2 skills and facilitating social integration in Iceland. The theoretical framework draws on tenets of experiential education which emphasise learning through direct experience, active engagement, and reflection. The data originates from group interviews with seven Ukrainian refugees and individual interviews with two teachers of the courses.…
2024
Tavares V. Benediktsson A.I.
Adult education & training Interview Integration & assimilation English Language education Non-formal education Iceland Focus group
But life goes on: Drama classes, Ukrainian refugees, and Icelandic language learning
This paper explores the relationship between additional language (L2) literacy development and drama plays based on the experiences of adult refugees from Ukraine in Iceland. This inquiry is guided by the following questions: What are the learners' experiences and perceptions of drama classes in relation to their literacy development in Icelandic as an L2? What role might engaging in drama…
2024
Tavares V. Benediktsson A.I.
English Mental health & psychosocial well-being Language education Non-formal education Pedagogy Empowerment Iceland