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Unwin, Cynthia G. – Adult Literacy and Basic Education, 1989
Compares two approaches to teaching reading to adults: the eclectic, research-based method of Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) and the phonics-based Laubach Literacy International. Concludes that LVA has the advantages of adaptability to student differences, a thorough evaluation system, and a superior published reading series. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Phonics
