Illiteracy : whose fault? Part 4

• Main Author: Memorial University of Newfoundland. Division of Extension Service
• Other Authors: Callahan, William, R., 1931-; Ennis, Frances; Kitchen, Hubert William; Gogan, Cathy, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL)
• Format: Moving Image (Video)
• Language: English
• Published: Memorial University of Newfoundland. School of Continuing Studies and Extension; 1987
• Subjects: Literacy > Newfoundland and Labrador; Literacy programs > Newfoundland and Labrador; Basic education; Adult education > Newfoundland and Labrador; Newfoundland
• Online Access: http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/extension/id/867

Public forum on the scale and social consequences of illiteracy in Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as the literacy programs and services available. Conclusion of the question and comment session, including such issues as under-education as a general problem in Newfoundland; the lack of adequate adult basic education programs and of programs for academic upgrading; and how education improves the quality of life.