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Pickard, Amy – Adult Learning, 2022
Shorthand is, by definition, coded symbolism used for purposes of speed. It's a system of abbreviation, intended to skim the top of more complex systems of meaning, taking shortcuts but keeping track of the important facts. Shorthand is used all the time in adult basic education (ABE). The very name of the field, adult "basic" education,…
Descriptors: Racial Bias, Adult Basic Education, Social Bias, Minority Group Students
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McCullough, Ken – Adult Learning, 1993
Discusses the debate that has occurred within the ranks of adult basic education administrators and teachers concerning the practice of defining literacy by grade levels. Offers the definitions developed by Tennessee for specific reading and math proficiency skills. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Definitions, Instructional Program Divisions, Literacy