A systems perspective of adult literacy assessment stresses use of comprehensive, holistic strategies. For literacy methods, systems theory emphasizes the holistic nature of the adult in relation to the complex web of systems. Systems theory applied to materials reflects the plurality of literacies and the need for a variety of materials. (SK)

The objectives, target group, publicity methods, training procedures, leader recruitment, financing, activities, and program evaluation of a radio study group campaign in Tanzania are described. (AG)