National Adult Literacy Database

This is the curriculum for a refresher course in document use, developed as part of a Nova Scotia initiative that includes an informal assessment as part of the apprenticeship registration process in order to identify candidates who need help to acquire the skills required to succeed in their programs.

The curriculum is divided into seven modules dealing with pictures and icons; lists; diagrams; graphs; process charts; entry forms; and procedural manuals. Modules can be taught separately or as a complete program.

Each module contains a variety of learning activities and supporting materials, along with suggested strategies for instruction.