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Metz, Elizabeth – 1989
Intended to help adult education teachers and administrators select the type of adult literacy program that works best for their students, this digest surveys nine different programs and discusses the assessment methods used for each program. The programs examined are: (1) Time to Read; (2) Center for Literacy program; (3) Federal Prison System…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs
Imel, Susan – 1992
The use of small groups in adult literacy and basic education has been stimulated by a desire to provide a more learner-centered and collaborative learning environment. Another set of factors promoting their use is related to increased use of language experience or whole language as instructional approaches in adult literacy and basic education.…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy, Cooperative Learning
Kerka, Sandra – 1996
Journals have a long history as a means of self-expression, and they can be used as learning tools in adult education. Types of journals include the reader response journal or literature log, the learning journal, the reflective journal, and the electronic journal. Journal writing offers several benefits for adult learners: journals are less…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy