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Monroe, Margaret E. – Library Trends, 1986
This examination of library involvement in adult literacy programs argues that public libraries had their roots in widespread concern for literacy in the 17th century and traces the development of such programs to the present. Changing definitions of literacy are summarized, and current issues in adult library services are discussed. (EM)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, History, Library Role
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Weingand, Darlene E. – Library Trends, 1986
Examination of the library-learner dynamic within an environment of change defines literacy broadly and relates it to educational design. Libraries are placed within overall structure of the national education system and resulting cooperative efforts are described, as well as attributes of the adult and related stages of life development. (EM)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Development, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy