Adult literacy research overviews, 2005

Item:	2173
Title:	Adult literacy research overviews, 2005
Authors:	Various
Publication date:	18 May 2005
Type:	Research summary
Theme:	Teaching and learning > Literacy/numeracy > General

This suite of overviews provides a comprehensive summary of each of NCVER's managed adult literacy and numeracy research projects funded in 2003. The suite of reports examine a wide range of literacy and numeracy issues - from its definition in policy-making terms, teaching and learning approaches and outcomes, to the professional development needs of literacy practitioners. The research also covers literacy practices and various approaches across Indigenous and ethnic communities, industry, volunteer and community settings.

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Economic returns to education and training for adults with low numeracy skills
       PDF, 172 KB  

Literacy, numeracy and alternative dispute resolution
       PDF, 171 KB  

Learning numeracy on the job: A case study of chemical handling and spraying
       PDF, 180 KB  

Contradicting the stereotype: Case studies of success despite literacy difficulties
       PDF, 158 KB  

Using information and communication technologies in adult literacy education
       PDF, 164 KB  

Integrated approaches to teaching adult literacy in Australia
       PDF, 179 KB  

Future directions for the language, literacy and numeracy National Reporting System
       PDF, 180 KB  

Using partnerships to build literacy and numeracy capabilities in communities
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