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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 43 MIN

Theory to Practice: Learning through Meaning Making in Adult Literacy

from Connect with Adult Ed: The NMAEA Podcast · host PropelNM

In this episode, Nadia sits down with Victoria Henry, a PhD candidate conducting literacy research. Victoria shares what theories ground her research, a current student-led writing project, classroom structures that support authentic-meaning making, how instructors can design learning experiences that affirm student agency, and more! *Note: Don’t forget My Adult Ed Story, a continuous project that highlights the lived experiences and origin stories of adult education and literacy practitioners. Each story is unique, and the more we learn about each other, the stronger our network becomes. Please consider sharing your written or audio recorded story with us. If you would like to share your story, or if you have questions before you decide to share, please reach out to Nadia ([email protected]) or Jamie ([email protected]). You can also view all submitted stories at https://www.nmadulted.org/nmaea-podcast/my-adult-ed-story We look forward to growing this collection! Intro & outro music: Energetic Hip-hop by Skilsel Free for use under the Pixabay Content License

In this episode, Nadia sits down with Victoria Henry, a PhD candidate conducting literacy research. Victoria shares what theories ground her research, a current student-led writing project, classroom structures that support authentic-meaning making, how instructors can design learning experiences that affirm student agency, and more! *Note: Don’t forget My Adult Ed Story, a continuous project that highlights the lived experiences and origin stories of adult education and literacy practitioners. Each story is unique, and the more we learn about each other, the stronger our network becomes. Please consider sharing your written or audio recorded story with us. If you would like to share your story, or if you have questions before you decide to share, please reach out to Nadia ([email protected]) or Jamie ([email protected]). You can also view all submitted stories at https://www.nmadulted.org/nmaea-podcast/my-adult-ed-storyWe look forward to growing this collection!Intro & outro music: Energetic Hip-hop by Skilsel Free for use under the Pixabay Content License

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