This publication is a detailed guide for both adult basic education program managers and practitioners to the concept of adult literacy provision within an open learning model. It has three major sections. Section 1 investigates the aims and directions common to both open learning and adult basic education. It provides reviews of programs that have incorporated an individualized approach into their learning provision. Section 2 is a practical guide to the operation of an open learning center that considers the details of client access and program development; the recording, monitoring, and evaluation of the learning program; staffing needs; and resourcing levels. Section 3 provides a reading list of 34 books and articles that formed the background reading for the project. They are rated as highly recommended, useful, and if you have time. Synopses are provided for those books and articles with one of the first two ratings. Appendixes include a list of interviewees, interim literacy course matrix, and 16-item bibliography. (YLB)