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The Power of Adult Literacy Education to Build Prosperity and Sustainability

The economic and social prosperity and stability of our nation—and our local communities—depend on the ability of adults to read, write, do basic math, and think critically.

September 16, 2025

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Stories that Speak: Building Language Skills through Fiction

Author Alice Savage has created stories built on the theme of chain migration that many newcomers to the US can find familiarity in, while also improving their reading and language skills.

August 5, 2025

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Recommendations to Increase Health Literacy Among Migrants

Fifty-three health literacy interventions targeting migrant populations were analyzed to build recommendations for educators, health professionals, and researchers.

July 28, 2025

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6 Approaches to Increase Health Care Access for Newcomers

When health care providers aren’t able to communicate effectively with patients who have low English language skills, it can create barriers that result in health inequity.

July 8, 2025

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4 Practical Tips to Prepare Students for GED® Test Success

Try these four tips to help students improve test-taking skills and build confidence while preparing for the GED test.

June 3, 2025

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Causes of Low Adult Literacy in the US

Why does the United States, one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with free public education in every state and school district, have so many adults with low literacy?

May 21, 2025

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This Year’s National Book Fund Recipients Announced

This year’s National Book Fund cycle awarded more than $72,000 worth of instructional materials to 39 adult literacy organizations in the US and Canada.

May 19, 2025

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