Application of Adult Learning Principles to Literacy Instruction.

Norman, Charles A.; Malicky, Grace V.

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ERIC Number: EJ294389

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1982

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Application of Adult Learning Principles to Literacy Instruction.

Norman, Charles A.; Malicky, Grace V.

Adult Literacy and Basic Education, v6 n2 p61-72 Sum 1982

A literacy program incorporating adult learning principles was designed using functional materials and an appropriate methodology, and the feasibility of this program was assessed in an adult basic education setting. Analysis of achievement data indicated that the application of adult learning principles to adult literacy resulted in effective programing for adult illiterates. (Author)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy, Literacy Education, Program Development, Program Effectiveness, Program Implementation

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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