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ERIC Number: EJ360777
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Adult Literacy: New and Enduring Problems.
Chall, Jeanne S.; And Others
Phi Delta Kappan, v69 n3 p190-96 Nov 1987
Analyzes the extent of adult illiteracy in the United States and identifies the major problems and needs found in the literature and in interviews with adult learners. Recommends ways to improve educational efforts and discusses what is known about effective adult literacy programs. (CJH)
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Adult Programs, Illiteracy, Literacy Education, Needs Assessment, Postsecondary Education, Program Improvement
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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