Guidelines and a Holistic Method for Adult Basic Reading Programs.

Padak, Gary M.; Padak, Nancy D.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Guidelines and a Holistic Method for Adult Basic Reading Programs.

Padak, Gary M.; Padak, Nancy D.

Journal of Reading, v30 n6 p490-96 Mar 1987

Emphasizes that since adults seek basic reading instruction for a variety of reasons (e.g., to further job status, to improve skills for their children's sake), planning programs should provide theory-based instruction that focuses on learner needs. (NKA)

Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Reading Programs, Adult Students, Basic Skills, Dictation, Holistic Approach, Language Arts, Literacy Education, Program Content, Program Effectiveness, Reading Improvement, Reading Instruction, Reading Processes, Teacher Student Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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