This bibliography provides references and annotations of research articles, project reports, resource guides and other documents that address the issue of seniors' literacy levels and practices, and the challenges associated with program design and instruction.
Lessons from the Land: A Cultural Journey through the NWT - Study Guide
This study guide was developed to be used with an interactive online learning resource called Lessons from the Land (www.lessonsfromtheland.ca ). This online learning resource tells all about The Idaa Trail, a traditional route that the Dogrib people of the Northwest Territories travelled from Great Slave Lake to Great Bear Lake. It also gives information on the traditions and cultures of the Dogrib people.
A Cross-sector Investigation of Best Practices in LBS Numeracy
This manual of relevant research and best practices with reference to adult numeracy programming, both in Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) programs in Ontario and elsewhere in the world, was the result of the Numeracy Best Practices Project.
A compilation of links for literacy tutors. Divided into sections such as Children & Youth, Adult, and ESL, each website has been tested and lists of sample activities and commentaries are included.
ONLINE – The site is interactive and is best used by sitting at a computer.
OFFLINE – Activities, worksheets and materials can all be printed and distributed to learners.
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This website review from CONNECT features a grammar and business English website by English International Lyon. The focus of the site is business English. It provides online activities on a wide range of grammar topics.
This website review from CONNECT features Math Goodies. Math Goodies is a website full of interactive lessons, worksheets, flashcards, and puzzles for learners, as well as forums and articles for teachers.
This website review from CONNECT features TV411. TV411 in an interactive website where adults can strengthen their literacy and math skills while reading about practical topics.
