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.
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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.
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.
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.
ProLiteracy Instructor Spotlight: Anne Larsen, Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley
At Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley (LVNRV) in Virginia, Anne Larsen is known as their “Wonder Woman” because she’s saved the day time and again.
From the Desk of the CEO: The Next Steps for Adult Literacy
Over the past year I’ve seen many positive signs that the adult literacy field is on the cusp of something great. Something that will shift the trajectory for low-literate adults, communities, and the country as a whole. That something is equity through improved literacy.
Proliteracy’s New Issue of Research Journal Includes Forum on Mental Health
Of note in the Winter 2023 issue, the Forum section focuses on mental health and adult learners.
