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Adams, Roy J. – TESL Talk, 1982
The widespread problem of functional illiteracy within Canadian labor has been addressed recently by a number of agencies and the press. In times of economic difficulty the outlook is bleak but not hopeless, and the issue must now be kept before the public to encourage effective action. (MSE)
Descriptors: Employment Opportunities, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Functional Literacy
Pratt, Sidney – TESL Talk, 1982
Problems of dealing with ESL students who are functionally, completely, or semi-literate, or who are not familiar with the Roman alphabet, are outlined, and some solutions to material development and class activities are proposed. Examples and a list of resources are included. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alphabets, English (Second Language), Functional Literacy, Illiteracy
Monk, Virginia – TESL Talk, 1982
Recent, current, and projected programs in British Columbia to improve vocational English skills in the labor force are described. The programs include preemployment, training, and on-the-job components. Some are for specific industries or union groups. Common elements, successes, and problems are summarized. (MSE)
Descriptors: English for Special Purposes, Foreign Countries, Functional Literacy, Immigrants
