National Adult Literacy Database

Authors: Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO)

This handbook is aimed at literacy tutors working with small groups of learners. The activities are intended as a starting point and can be adapted easily to fit different situations.

The authors have divided the activities into four categories: icebreakers; ideas from the Internet, including online newspapers and puzzles; commercial board games like Pictionary and Scrabble; and quick activities and games, including word scrambles and charades.

The guide also contains tips for instructors. For instance, while icebreakers are often used when a group first meets to help members get to know each other, the authors point out that those activities can be used at any time to build trust.

Added: 2011-10-21

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Authors: Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO)

Laubach literacy programs have traditionally provided one-to-one tutoring. This document, prepared by Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO), describes how small-group instruction can be incorporated into a program without undermining the Laubach philosophy.

The authors discuss the benefits of working with small groups; outline factors that should be considered; and provide instructions for running a small group.

They have also included three instruction modules suitable for use with a small group and a section of resource material for training tutors to work with small groups.

Added: 2011-10-25

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Authors: Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO), Barrie Literacy Council

On February 28, 2011, Laubach Literacy Ontario held its second annual Literacy Awareness Day at Queen’s Park, home of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, in Toronto.

This video, recorded that day, features an adult learner describing how he decided at the age of 40 to improve his literacy skills. Although he was successful in his job with the family business and owned a house, there was something missing from his life.

He went to the Barrie Literacy Council in Ontario, where he worked with several tutors. Four years later, he received his General Education Development (GED) certificate.

Added: 2012-11-14

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Authors: Tudor Costache, Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO)

This manual, published by Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO), is aimed at grassroots organizations trying to strengthen community support for their work.

The authors have included a detailed guide to raising money, including a discussion of the pros and cons of various fundraising ideas; real-life examples of successful fundraising campaigns; and suggestions for making the best use of volunteers’ time.

They have also provided ideas for raising an organization’s profile in the community without spending money and pointers for lobbying effectively. As well, the authors include hints for dealing with the media and preparing effective news releases.

Added: 2011-10-25

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