Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ306164
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Assessing Adult Literacy Needs in a Prison Context.
Black, Stephen
Australian Journal of Adult Education, v24 n2 p21-26 Jul 1984
Indicates that the felt literacy needs of prisoners and affective characteristics should be of primary concern in literacy programs. Contends that qualitative methods such as interviews are more effective means of needs assessment than standardized tests. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Affective Behavior, Correctional Education, Interviews, Needs Assessment, Prisoners
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: Australia (New South Wales); Qualitative Research
