A total of five articles concerning adult basic education are presented. These are: "Recruitment Strategies for Adult Basic Education," by Ron Howard; "Native to the Hills," by Myrtle Reul; "The Learning Laboratory--A Valid System for Adult Basic Education," by Joe Carter; "Reading Instruction for Illiterate Adults," by John George; and "Teaching English as a Second Language--A Challenging Responsibility," by Robert Avina and others. Howard's article focuses on the need for developing a systematic and relevant recruitment campaign. The second article examines the self-identity of the Appalachian Highlander. The objectives and uses of the learning laboratory is the subject of Carter's presentation. John George discusses the underlying causes of illiteracy and the best ways to approach the problem. Finally, Robert Avina concentrates on the prerequisites for a successful program for teaching English as a second language. (CK)