468-313 Workplace Literacy & Numeracy

468-222 Diversity in the Workplace

This subject offers an overview of selected models of literacy development, including those applicable to adults and second language learners. Topics include the role of reading and writing in the learning process; the nature of numeracy and difficulties encountered by innumerate adults; possible links between gender and illiteracy and innumeracy; and selected models and programs for teaching mathematics, reading and writing to adults in vocational settings.

Essays, assignments and/or class presentation equivalent to 4000 words.