Browse by keyword "Literacy research"
11. Adult Literacy: What's Hot and What's Not in 2003? (2003)
Authors: Thomas G. Sticht
Collection: Research Materials
To find out what topics in adult literacy education are in and which ones seem to be out for 2003, the author tallied the number of messages posted to the National institute for Literacy (NIFL) lists as of noon on June 30. The results of the tally prompted the author to suggest that this raises the question of just what do the NIFL lists indicate about what the adult literacy field thinks is hot and what it thinks is not.
Added: 2003-07-04
12. Application of Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf to Adult Literacy Instruction in the Hearing Community (2005)
Authors: Michael Sweeney
Collection: Research Materials
This document is a thesis submitted to the University of Athabasca by a student completing a Master of Distance Education degree. The intent of the research project described in this paper was to determine if the Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD) could be used to improve access to adult literacy services and the quality of instruction that is provided to rural residents. Although TDDs have been available since the 1960s, they have been used for educational purposes only within the hearing-impaired community. This study examined how those who can hear could use the technology. A case study was conducted at a literacy agency that provides basic literacy instruction. Staff members, instructors, and students participated in both the design and the conduct of learning activities.
This paper includes an introductory chapter with background information, literature review, methodology, results and discussion, and conclusions and recommendations.
Added: 2008-05-05
13. Are We Facing a 'Literacy Surplus' in the Workforces of the United States and Canada? (2000)
Authors: Thomas G. Sticht
Collection: Research Materials
This article examines the idea of a "literacy surplus," in which the overall skills of the workforce exceed the overall demands of workplaces. The author presents statistics and arguments to support this theory, and considers the implications for adult literacy education policy.
Added: 2000-08-11
14. At Risk: A Socio-economic Analysis of Health and Literacy Among Seniors (1998)
Series: The Monograph Series
Authors: W. Craig Roberts, Gail Fawcett
Collection: Research Materials
More and more research demonstrates that social, demographic and economic factors and practices affect the health of a population. However, much less is known about literacy skills and practices among those with higher health risks. Understanding these relationships is important, since weak literacy skills may impede good health care practices and healthy lifestyle decisions. Literacy can therefore be considered an important policy issue for health promotion: enhancing literacy can help to achieve health promotion goals, and understanding literacy practices and patterns can assist in more effectively directing health messages to target populations.
Using Canadian data from the International Adult Literacy Survey (IALS), this research paper compares the health-related characteristics of seniors with their literacy skills and practices. The findings support the view that literacy skills and practices may serve as "barriers" in the attainment of good health.
This highlights paper is a summary from the fifth in a series of monographs using data from the IALS. For more information, contact : Nancy Darcovich, Statistics Canada, at (613) 951-4585. The document is also available on the National Literacy Secretariat Website at : http://www.nald.ca/fulltext/nls/ials/atrisk/cover.htm (98.12.29)
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Added: 1998-01-01
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15. Basic Skills and the Bottom Line: A Response from the Movement for Canadian Literacy to Bill C-12 (1996)
An Act Respecting Employment Insurance in Canada
Authors: Susan Sussman
Collection: Research Materials
This submission from the Movement for Canadian Literacy looks at the way in which Bill C-12: an Act respecting employment insurance in Canada, will support the development of Canada's human resources, and in particular how it will affect the millions of Canadians who have difficulty with the literacy demands they encounter each day at home, in their communities and in their jobs.
Added: 1996-01-01
16. Benchmarking adult literacy in North America (2001)
an international comparative study
Series: International Adult Literacy Survey
Authors: Albert Tuijnman
Collection: Research Materials
This report is a monograph stemming from the International Adult Literacy Survey (IALS). Publication of this monograph was supported by the United States Department of Education, Office of Vocational, Adult Education and the Applied Research Branch, Human Resources Development Canada. This monograph presents 10 international indicators that allow readers to compare the literacy proficiency of Canadians and Americans with that of populations of other countries. The findings confirm that low literacy is an important issue in all regions and countries surveyed. But there are both countries that do better and countries that do worse than either Canada or the United States. Understanding why these differences have occurred, and particularly, what policies may have contributed to success and failure, is an important consideration.
Drawing on the results of the IALS, on the findings of previous research, and on the collective experience of member countries of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), this monograph concludes with a proposal for 10 targets and tools for improving literacy. While not all will carry equal weight in national and state provincial strategies, each will have to be considered as part of a comprehensive and encompassing plan of action for building a truly literate North America.
To obtain more information : Scott Murray, Statistics Canada, Tel. (613) 951-9035. This product can be ordered at a cost of $10 from : Statistics Canada, Dissemination Division, Circulation Management, 120 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa ON K1A 0T6, Tel. 1-800-267-6677, Fax 1-877-287-4369, E-mail : order@statcan.ca The report is also available online in pdf format at : http://www.statcan.ca:80/english/freepub/89-572-XIE/free.htm (01.08.15)
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Added: 2001-04-03
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17. Best Practices for Adult Literacy (2003)
Series: Community Capacity Building Tool Kit
Authors: Joan B. Perry
Collection: Research Materials
The purpose of this project was to investigate best practices for facilitating the increase in literacy levels of adults. To achieve this purpose, the author undertook a literature review; conducted a 'community of inquiry' research method among the Anglophone CASP (Community Academic Services Program) instructors in New Brunswick; and examined lists of CASP best practices (practical teaching tips and strategies) collected at provincial facilitator conferences.
Added: 2004-11-19
18. Best Practices in the Adult Setting (2003)
Series: Community Capacity Building Tool Kit
Authors: Joan B. Perry
Collection: Research Materials
This report builds on the document, Best Practices for Adult Literacy, which investigated best practices for facilitating the development literacy among adults.
The author undertook additional research to report on practical teaching techniques, tips, strategies, methods, and exercises for adult literacy program delivery. This document contains what has already been successful in adult literacy programs: the activities, program models, resources, and useful classroom strategies that have been tried and tested.
Added: 2004-11-22
19. Best Practices in Action (2003)
Best Practice Statements, Key Elements and Indicators
Authors: NWT Literacy Council
Collection: Learning Materials
This document is the result the Best Practices in Action Project, undertaken by the Northwest Territories Department of Education, Culture and Employment, Aurora College and the NWT Literacy Council. The idea was to create a comprehensive framework of best practices which would encourage literacy providers to reflect on their practice and learn from others.
Added: 2003-01-01
20. A Better Start For Head Start (2003)
Research Note - July 14, 2003
Authors: Thomas G. Sticht
Collection: Research Materials
In this research note, the writer discusses funding levels for adult literacy programs in the U.S.
Added: 2003-07-15
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