Section 1.4: Assignment

 

1. In your own words, please define "literacy."

 

2. What government department coordinates adult literacy in the province of Manitoba?

 

3. What government department coordinates adult literacy nationally?

 

4.  Briefly explain in your own words why technology is affecting how we define "literacy"?

 

5. Approximately what percentage of Canadians would have difficulty with everyday tasks involving literacy skills?

 

6. What are the two basic types of literacy programs in Canada?

 

7. Why are you interested in becoming involved in the field of adult literacy?

 

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