National Adult Literacy Database

Authors: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network Inc. (SALN), Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN)

Collection: Research Materials

The authors of this fact sheet note that according to the International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey (IALSS), 63 per cent of urban Aboriginal people in Saskatchewan scored below Level 3, compared to 39 per cent of the non-Aboriginal population. Level 3 is considered the minimum needed to function effectively in modern society.

The authors provide a number of suggestions for improving literacy skills among Aboriginal people. They include using a learner-centred approach; using a community-based approach; incorporating a holistic approach; building awareness of Aboriginal success stories; and basing teaching methods on Aboriginal ways of learning.

Added: 2011-05-10

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kéni- pimahatówang owéti izi nígán “Pathways to the Future”

Authors: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network Inc. (SALN)

Collection: Research Materials

This document outlines the proceedings of Gathering 2006, the Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network’s annual literacy conference. The gathering brought together elders, adult learners, youth, literacy practitioners, Aboriginal program developers, government officials and other stakeholders involved in Aboriginal literacy.

The authors summarize the objectives and outcomes of the conference; describe highlights of the event; and summarize participants’ recommendations for future gatherings.

An appendix includes information about the winners of the 2006 Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Awards.

Added: 2011-02-16

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