An evaluation of dropout rates in an adult basic education agency evolved into a process of critical thinking about program philosophy and function. Although philosophical differences emerged regarding organizational goals, teacher and learner roles, and curriculum, the critical evaluation process resulted in individual and collective growth in…

Reports results of a study which surveyed adult education opportunities presently being provided or facilitated by Head Start programs in Alabama and examined the types of adult education programs, patterns of participation in adult basic education General Educational Development (ABE/GED) programs, and the effect of class location on GED…