The effect of a postmodern career life story intervention on disadvantaged grade 12 learners.
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2013-03-27
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Tinsley-Myerscough, Sarah
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Abstract
This research sought to explore the effects of a postmodern career life story
intervention on a sample of eight disadvantaged grade 12 learners. A qualitative
research design using pre and post intervention interviews was used to explore
whether the participants reevaluated or reinterpreted their responses to the interview
questions in light of the intervention. The results of the study indicated that the
participants experienced increased self-understanding, self-esteem, initiative and
hope, optimism and empowerment through the intervention. The participants
appreciated the time and space to be able to reflect on their lives. It appears as if all
the various components of the life story intervention had a powerful impact on the
participants. Writing life stories and using art materials appeared to be a method that
was effective with disadvantaged grade 12 learners.