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Peer reviewedThistlethwaite, Linda – Lifelong Learning: The Adult Years, 1983
A reading program for adult learners with minimum reading skills should include activities that immerse the student in actual reading experiences. Working with connected text using such approaches as assisted reading, language experience, and independent reading is suggested. Listening activities, discussion, and writing should be vital parts of…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Reading Programs, Adult Students, Reading Instruction
Peer reviewedRichardson, Judy S.; Harbour, Kathy – Lifelong Learning: The Adult Years, 1982
Describes a lesson plan model for teaching adults to read. The four phases of the model (reading to the student, silent reading, oral reading by the student, skills work) are presented, their significance explained, and activities and references provided. An annotated bibliography follows the model. (CT)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Reading Programs, Learning Activities
