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Implications
In our work with adult learners, time must be invested to learn of their unique stories and set of challenges which resulted in low literacy as an adult. As part of that investment, adult educators need to learn of the motivational factors that stimulated each learner’s interest in acquiring literacy. The stories shared within the context of this article are a mere glimpse into the manifestation of low literacy among adult learners. Through their transparency, perspective can be gained and appropriate actions taken. Adult educators and other stakeholders alike should develop an awareness for oppressive stimuli impacting students and collectively work to ameliorate those concerns through vigilance and intervention.
To redirect the pattern of low literacy and equip adults and future generations with the ability to READ, the following are recommended steps: 1) Recognize the significance of the problem of low literacy; 2) Educate others in order to create awareness on the topic; 3) Advocate for equitable access to instructional programming services; and 4) Dedicate time to share the gift of literacy with our newest readers.
Understanding the precursors of low literacy should stimulate a need for redirection and ultimately, appropriate and timely intervention. We all play a role in redirecting the statistics of low literacy and as awareness grows more cultured, one can remain hopeful that the path to literacy will grow more visible, accessible, and traveled for any learner seeking wholeness through its gift.
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