Reflecting on the National Perspective
Before going to the next page, take a minute to reflect on the key points expressed by Cheryl Keenan as she shared the national perspective on EBRI.
- Reading is a gateway skill because it is a basic skill adults need to keep moving up the educational ladder.
- Adult educators must continue to provide direct reading instruction in the way that the research evidence supports, not expect students to pick up reading skills incidentally in an integrated job skills class.
- It is the role of adult education to provide basic skills to prepare students for GED or high school completion, post-secondary education, and career training.
- It is important not to "throw the baby out with the bath water." While adult education programs should think innovatively, form partnerships, and offer a variety of educational services, programs should not overlook the importance of providing high-quality basic skills instruction.
