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Kassam, Yusuf – Prospects, 1989
Asks who benefits from illiteracy to reveal the political implications of literacy's empowering potential. Observes literacy's ultimate capacity to overturn power structures and redistribute wealth and resources at international, national, and local levels. Relates the literacy problem to colonialism and its legacy. Offers examples of literacy…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Colonialism, Cross Cultural Studies, Developed Nations
Ramdas, Lalita – Prospects, 1989
Links literacy for women with justice and empowerment. Cites that 70 percent of illiterates are female. Stresses that this statistic reflects the strength of patriarchal attitudes and male-dominated literacy campaigns. Presents three case studies to show cultural differences in women's literacy issues. Suggests strategies for achieving justice…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Basic Education, Attitudes, Case Studies
