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Peer reviewedSmith, Eleanor Touhey – Catholic Library World, 1983
Identifies the immensity of the illiteracy problem, enumerates who are the functional illiterates, and explains what is being done by voluntary organizations such as Literacy Volunteers of America to eradicate it. Literacy Volunteers of New York City, the problem of financial support, and national awareness and progress are highlighted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adults, Agency Role
Peer reviewedWolf, Evelyn; Kavanagh, Catherine – Catholic Library World, 1983
Discussion of program established in 1977 by the Queens Borough Public Library and Literacy Volunteers of New York to combat the problem of adult illiteracy notes recruitment, training and retention of tutors, student intake procedure, cooperation with community organizations, special programs (math, writing, adult basic education), and program…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adults, Functional Literacy
