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The Science of Adult Literacy

31 Jan 2020

This report considers the science of adult literacy acquisition, with the goal of identifying principles that may improve the effectiveness of adult literacy programs. We define literacy as a continuum, from emerging literacy, through improving literacy, to fluent literacy and we outline the factors that influence how far along that continuum an adult learner is likely to proceed. Four nested levels are identified at which obstacles to literacy progress operate, but to which adult learners may also bring strengths.
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Authors

Thomas,Michael Stephen Charles,Knowland, Victoria C. P.,Rogers, Cathy

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Doc Name
The Science of Adult Literacy
Document Date
2020-01-01
Published in
United States of America
Rel Proj ID
1W-Innovations In Adult Literacy -- P166112
Series Name
Social Protection and Jobs Discussion Paper
Total Volume(s)
1
Unit Owning
Education Global (HEDGE)
Version Type
Final
Volume No
1

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