Overview of the Adult Literacy System in Ireland and Current Issues in its Implementation
Date:
Tuesday, 11 April, 2006
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This paper provides an overview of adult literacy in Ireland, beginning with where adult literacy is situated in the Irish education system and outlining the key stakeholders involved.
The paper traces the development of adult literacy policy and practice over the last 35 years and then describes the philosophy of literacy and the core service provided in Ireland today. It also highlights the innovative work being carried out to address the diverse needs of adult learners and the issues and opportunities in adult literacy as it moves forward.
Inez Bailey, ‘Overview of the adult literacy system in Ireland and current issues in its implementation’, in J. Comings, B. Garner & C. Smith (eds), Review of adult learning and literacy, volume 6 (Mahwah, NJ, 2006).
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