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This publication explores adult literacy and numeracy. In particular,
it draws on major insights from research conducted during 2003 and
2004 for the Adult Literacy National Project funded by the Australian
Government through the Department of
Education, Science and Training.
- Literacy and numeracy skills are shaped
by social, cultural and technological developments.Therefore the definition
of literacy
will change with the times, as will approaches to fostering literacy
and numeracy skills.
- The challenge is not confined to those
with poor basic skills but extends to all people trying to understand
new forms of communication and information as they take on different
roles in life and work.
- People with limited literacy can lead
very successful lives.They can achieve stable employment, economic
self-management and academic success. In doing so, they often have
to be particularly determined and able to make clever use of networks
and technologies.
- Learning about language, literacy and
numeracy is not restricted to conventional educational environments.
It can also be integrated into work and community settings.This requires
effective collaboration and coordinated approaches.
- Recognising the multiple dimensions
of literacy should lead to diverse teaching and learning strategies.This
has implications for adult literacy practitioners and indicates a
need for more professional development.
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