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| Adult Literacy and Basic… | 8 |
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| Allen, Fred | 1 |
| Amonette, Linda M. | 1 |
| Ball, Howard G. | 1 |
| Evanson, Jane L. | 1 |
| Fischer, Joan K. | 1 |
| James, Waynne B. | 1 |
| Jordan, Gerald E. | 1 |
| Koon, Mary Ann Buswell | 1 |
| Malicky, Grace V. | 1 |
| Norman, Charles A. | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 5 |
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| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
| Reports - Evaluative | 1 |
| Reports - Research | 1 |
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Allen, Fred – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1987
A literature review shows lack of consensus in defining adult education and rejection of the application of the traditional model of professionalism to adult basic education (ABE). Carl Rogers' concept of substituting realization for professionalization, as well as the literature of staff preservice and inservice training, can help practitioners…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Educators, Program Effectiveness, Teacher Education
Koon, Mary Ann Buswell – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1981
Reviews literature on U.S. Office of Education-sponsored Adult Performance Level project that cites among its accomplishments (1) a model for competency-based education, (2) creation of national awareness of illiteracy, and (3) individualized programs. Among its insufficiencies are absence of reliable measures of validity, value-laden curriculum,…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Competency Based Education, Federal Programs
Norman, Charles A.; Malicky, Grace V. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1982
A literacy program incorporating adult learning principles was designed using functional materials and an appropriate methodology, and the feasibility of this program was assessed in an adult basic education setting. Analysis of achievement data indicated that the application of adult learning principles to adult literacy resulted in effective…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy
Ball, Howard G. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1979
Describes a model for the selection of instructional materials for adult basic education programs. Reviews the model's seven stages: identifying learner problems; defining objectives; prescribing learning experiences; selecting instructional materials; selecting appropriate deliveries; evaluating and planning improvements; and reorganizing,…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Programs, Check Lists
Jordan, Gerald E. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1977
Adult performance level (APL) methodology, results, and conclusions are summarized. Taking exception to functional literacy accounting for an individuals level of income, education, and job status, the author questions the utilitarian value of an APL curriculum. (Author)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Curriculum, Daily Living Skills
James, Waynne B. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1977
Discusses successes and problems of the Adult Performance Level (APL) project funded by the U.S. Office of Education in 1971 to identify the skills necessary for an adult to function successfully in today's society. (TA)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Adult Basic Education, Competency Based Education, Federal Programs
Fischer, Joan K.; Evanson, Jane L. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1977
Describes a regional effort undertaken in New England for implementing life skills instruction. Discusses the impact of the project on students, programs, project members, and region. (EM)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Cooperative Planning, Daily Living Skills, Educational Assessment
Amonette, Linda M. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1984
Kidney dialysis patients often suffer emotional problems and face life adjustment problems. Adult basic education can be a useful tool to address these and to make positive use of idle time during dialysis. This article describes such a program, emphasizes the self-concept gain for students, and highlights the critical role of the understanding…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Emotional Problems, Life Style, Program Design
