Power of technology to transform adult learning: expanding access to adult education and workforce skills through distance learning

Publisher: Council for Advancement of Adult Literacy

Published At: New York, NY

Date Published: October 21, 2009

Distributor: Council for Advancement of Adult Literacy

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

Source City/State/Zip: New York NY 10020

Material Type: Information Analysis

Intended Audience: Policy Maker

Physical Media: Print

Physical Description: iv + 65 p.

Subjects: Educational Technology; Adult Education; Workplace Literacy; Education Work Relationship

Abstract:
This report develops the recommendations proposed by the National Commission on Adult Literacy in "Reach Higher, America." Beginning with discussion of digital literacy and technology tools and how they can help adults achieve their goals, the report summarizes recent research findings, and concludes with five suggestions for next steps by policy makers.

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