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Unwin, Cynthia G. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1989
Compares two approaches to teaching reading to adults: the eclectic, research-based method of Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) and the phonics-based Laubach Literacy International. Concludes that LVA has the advantages of adaptability to student differences, a thorough evaluation system, and a superior published reading series. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Phonics
Download full textLane, Martha A. – 1987
This report provides a summary and evaluation of a retreat held for the directors and literacy coordinators of the 46 public libraries participating in the California Literacy Campaign (CLC), their supervisors, State Library staff, and members of the California Library Services Board. Following a brief introduction and overview, descriptions of…
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Financial Support, Library Planning
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Direct linkPrzychodzin-Havis, Angela M.; Marchand-Martella, Nancy E.; Martella, Ronald C.; Miller, Darcy A.; Warner, Lisa; Leonard, Bethany; Chapman, Susan – Journal of Direct Instruction, 2005
This paper provides an analysis of "Corrective Reading" research. A research review of 28 published studies was completed. Twenty-three studies examined the effectiveness of "Corrective Reading" as delivered by teachers in general education (n = 4), special education (n = 12), and alternative education (n = 7) settings. Five…
Descriptors: General Education, Reading Research, Reading Programs, Research Design
Esmaeli, Kateh – Literacy Harvest, 1993
Knowing and learning about students' lives are an essential part of teaching reading to adults. Student journals provide a way for teachers to know and respond to students' personal histories. Adult learners must value themselves and the knowledge they already possess in adult basic education and other realms. (SLD)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Adults
