During the Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (AEFL Week), we have been promoting the value of and the need for adult education in the U.S. Advancing adult education and English language acquisition benefits not only individuals and their families but also their communities and the nation’s economy. By offering educational opportunities to adults, we help them achieve economic independence and social mobility.
But advocating for adult education should not be limited to just one week a year. It is important that we bring awareness about the need for adult education every day. Below is a list of resources for anyone who wants to get involved in advocating for adult education and family literacy.
Adult Education Is Needed Now – COABE website that explains the need for adult education
COABE/NCSDAE Educate & Elevate Campaign – A national campaign to help policy makers understand the value of Adult Education. The website offers a helpful toolkit for organizations and individuals who want to get involved in the campaign.
National Coalition for Literacy – a national coalition of the national organizations and other advocates dedicated to advancing adult education, family literacy, and English language acquisition in the U.S.
Project Literacy – a global campaign founded and convened by Pearson that aims to end illiteracy by 2030 through partnership and action.
“Low literacy has a major impact on income inequality and parenting.” Read this AEFL Week Fact Sheet from the National Coalition for Literacy.
The Case for Investments in Adult Education – A white paper from ProLiteracy
Adult Ed helps immigrants integrate into the U.S—a brief description of why it pays to invest in Adult Education
Adult Education and Family Literacy Week Fact Sheet and articles
The World Education’s blog The Well – interesting posts on the topic of Adult Education, including ESOL.
Adult English language instruction in the United States: Determining need and investing wisely. An article from the Migration Policy Institute.
Links to best practices/resources for teachers:
Six simple ways to strengthen independent learning skills
On teaching effective learning
