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In Remembrance of Ruth J. Colvin, 1916–2024

Ruth Johnson Colvin, a visionary and adult literacy pioneer, passed away August 18, 2024, at 107.

August 19, 2024

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Instructor Spotlight: Sandra Malone

Fifty years: Few others have dedicated as much time to one adult literacy program. Sandra Malone has.

March 15, 2023

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How Low Literacy Affects the Ability to Perform Daily Tasks

Millions of adults do not possess the functional literacy skills to make meaning of the texts they encounter every day.

March 14, 2023

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National Book Fund Builds Investment, Innovation, and Success in Adult Literacy

The National Book Fund started simply to ensure programs with limited budgets had the high-quality materials they needed. It continues because the grants give programs so much more than just books.

March 1, 2023

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English Language Tutor Gives Employees the Tools to Succeed at Work

Mary Krenceski has created her own curriculum based on what she sees—literally—at the ceramics factory where she teaches English as a second language.

February 22, 2023

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Legacy Lives on: Laubach Literacy Primers Digitized in 52 Languages and Counting

With an archive of his historic manuals in over 200 languages, we are continuing Dr. Frank Laubach’s work in a new age. By digitizing the literacy primers from his global literacy campaigns we aim to preserve his work and increase access to educational content.

February 21, 2023

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Practical Tips & Tools

5 Keys for Effective Professional Development

Teachers and tutors make a difference in what we do. But many adult education and literacy programs, especially small ones, have both limited staff and financial resources to support professional development. So it’s important that what they choose is effective.

February 16, 2023

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