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Peer reviewedGuthrie, John T. – Journal of Reading, 1983
Defines literacy as an equilibrium between the achievement of the person and the demands of the context in which the person is situated. Suggests that understanding this equilibrium is the first step in developing realistic educational programs. (AEA)
Descriptors: Adults, Educational Planning, Educational Theories, Job Performance
Peer reviewedSadoski, Mark C. – Journal of Reading, 1980
Describes a pilot program to determine the desirability of starting a sustained silent reading program. Reports on a survey that assessed student and faculty attitudes. (JT)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Pilot Projects, Program Development, Reading Attitudes
Peer reviewedGee, Thomas C.; Forester, Nora – Journal of Reading, 1988
Reports on a teacher survey designed to (1) determine the extent to which reading instruction is being offered beyond the reading classroom and (2) explain why some programs fail and some succeed. Suggests four steps to follow to develop a successful program. (NH)
Descriptors: Content Area Reading, Directed Reading Activity, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Peer reviewedAuten, Anne – Journal of Reading, 1980
Reports on research probing job-related literacy demands and on programs promoting job literacy. (JT)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Education, Adults, Functional Literacy
