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Publication Date: 2022
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Using Literature to Support Adolescent Identity Development: A Critical Perspective
Verbiest, Courtney; Murnan, Reagan
Teacher Educators' Journal, v15 n2 p131-156 Fall 2022
Adolescent literature has the power to positively impact and support the identity development of all adolescents, regardless of ability, gender, race, cultural, or linguistic background. Yet, we contend that this is only possible through the intentional, purposeful, and cognizant selection of texts that accurately and respectfully portray characters with whom students can relate and connect. To that end, this article explores the sociocultural needs of adolescents, their challenges in today's society, and the ways that literature can support their adolescent identity development to leverage rather than deter their reading skills.
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Self Concept, Adolescent Literature, Needs, Social Development, Cultural Background, Barriers, Reading Skills, Teacher Student Relationship, Intersectionality, Educational Benefits
Association of Teacher Educators in Virginia. Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA 22601. e-mail: ehthomps@ehc.edu; Web site: https://www.ateva.org/journal-1/
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