Whats a good way to involve adult learners in selecting and publishing literacy materials?
Written answers: I think that if your going to involve adults, come up with topic or topics that draw each adults attention that they will be able to talk with each other. I like to talk about it and talk about concerns. It would be nice it have a second opinion…. It also helps to have group discussions. Some groups thought it would be good for learners to write materials. One ESL learner says it’s easier for her to read and write English. It’s harder to speak and understand spoken English. Having the option to write helped her in groups. A peer tutor thought it would be a good idea for ESL women to write stories about their experiences and cultures. It would help other ESL learners to have materials about their own experiences. Some women participated in a local radio show. They wrote their own stories and read them on the air. They also had some of their writings published in a local literacy magazine. Women enjoyed these experiences. It was fun to hear themselves on the radio and
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