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Going for the GED.
Hoffman, Carl – Appalachia, 1996
In 18 Appalachian Tennessee counties, an aggressive "war on illiteracy" recruits former dropouts to GED (high school equivalency) classes, literacy classes for those with grade 8-9 reading level, and basic skills classes. People who almost finished high school may earn diplomas through approved adult classes. Classes are taught by…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Dropout Programs, High School Equivalency Programs
Reading for Life.
Baldwin, Fred D. – Appalachia, 1998
Facing rapid economic and demographic changes, Barrow County (Georgia) has committed itself to improving adult literacy. The Barrow County Adult Learning Center provides various educational services, including a GED program, adult classes in English and math, English-as-a-Second-Language classes, and a basic computer program. Local businesses,…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Literacy, English (Second Language), High School Equivalency Programs