ReAL - Resources for Adult Learning. Literacy There is no universal definition of literacy. It can be defined as simply as "the ability to read and write" or more broadly as "a complex web of reading, writing, speaking, listening, problem solving, creative thinking and numeracy skills. " (NZ Ministry of Education, 2001 Adult Literacy Strategy) For the purposes of ReAL when we talk about literacy we mean reading and writing and, in particular, how learners use and understand written texts.
This follows the definition from the International Adult Literacy Survey (IALS) (1995) which says that literacy is "... the ability to understand and employ printed information in daily activities, at home, at work and in the community - to achieve one's goals, and to develop one's knowledge and potential. " Numeracy It relates to a person's ability to apply their maths knowledge and skills in a variety of situations. The Educator's Best Friend. Creative Commons.
Learn IT sessions. Skills Workshop. Adult Learning Australia (ALA) ProLiteracy Education Network. Learning: online learning resources.