Family literacy in adult education: the federal and state support role

Publisher: National Commission on Adult Literacy (NCAL)

Published At: New York, NY

Date Published: Sept 7, 2007

Distributor: National Commission on Adult Literacy (NCAL)

Source Address: 1221 Avenue of the Americas - 46th Floor

Source City/State/Zip: New York NY 10020

Phone: 212-512-2362

Material Type: Research/Technical Report

Intended Audience: Policy Maker

Physical Media: Print

Physical Description: 15 p.

Subjects: Adult Education; Adult Students; Adult Literacy; Family Literacy; Educational Policy; Educational Program; Education Work Relationship

Abstract:
Developed for the August 20, 2007 meeting of the National Commission on Adult Literacy, this paper examines how family literacy is "being incorporated into adult education programming and makes evident the importance of maintaining a strong family literacy commitment." Note: this information "should not...be taken to reflect conclusions of the National Commission", but is "presented as a public service".

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