After briefly reviewing developments since 1937, the author discusses present programs in literacy, general education and vocational education. (SP)

This article discusses the role of libraries in functional literacy campaigns and describes the work of the libraries created as part of the Work-oriented Adult Literacy Pilot Project in the Lake Regions of Tanzania. (4 references) (Author)

Discusses the formulation of a global strategy for the eradication of adult illiteracy. The strategy must involve the definition and discussion of options available to policy makers and the promotion of research that clarifies policy choices and planning decisions. (JOW)

The study of the Functional Literacy Program in India encountered problems of opposition to evaluation, inappropriate respondents, and difficulties in contacting participants, which point to changes that should be made in the evaluation methods. (SK)

Describes the British government's program to eliminate adult illiteracy. Discusses the program's organization at both the national and local levels, the recruitment and training of literacy instructors, and the materials and instructional techniques used in the program. (Author/FL)

One adult's description of what it is like to be illiterate and then learn to read. (DD)

Describes the development of a program portfolio to document and evaluate the accomplishments of an adult literacy program as a whole--program staff as well as students. Offers suggestions for those who want to use portfolios in program evaluations. (JOW)

Compares adults in a basic literacy class with achievement-level-matched children on use of English print conventions. Notes that the groups followed similar patterns in mastering basic spelling features, with adults showing more skill using orthographic patterns. Finds that adults' misspellings indicated morphological difficulties. Suggests that…

A discussion of the issues, trends, practices, and research on the assessment of literacy covers such subjects as formal classroom instruction, literacy programs, child literacy, and adult literacy. A 22-citation annotated bibliography and a 36-citation unannotated bibliography are included. (CB)

Identification of the appropriate target population for literacy services requires systematic analysis of needs conducted through contact with local resource people and agencies. Sharing the results with community organizations could be a way of raising community consciousness about literacy needs. (SK)

The struggle of Aborigines in Australia in the 1870s highlights the importance of literacy in cross-cultural relations and argues that literacy enables individuals and groups to retain greater control of their lives and respond more effectively when that control is threatened. (Author/SK)

Presents public policy issues that affect literacy among women. Discusses the economic jeopardy cycle of illiteracy, increased labor force participation of women, and family needs as factors which compel advocacy for programs aimed at increasing female literacy levels. Examines the illiteracy rate among women and its effect on employment. Includes…

Mass illiteracy is recognized by many Nigerians as a debilitating malady that must be addressed if the nation is to make developmental headway. The Mass Literacy Campaign, launched to attempt to reduce illiteracy, has not made a significant impact because of poor planning, poor funding, poor programs, and inadequate staff. (JOW)

Discusses a literacy research project that aims to produce a critical review of existing policy-related knowledge about adult literacy and illiteracy. Reports on the major themes of this review. (JOW)

Remarks on recent articles and books regarding literacy and reading in America. (SR)