What goals can low-literacy learners achieve?
With the help of the staff in the program, there are many goals that low-literacy learners could achieve. While most low-literacy students will not be able to achieve a GED in a program year, these students could, for example, acquire the skills needed to improve and enrich their lives as family members and can achieve the column A goal “read, write, do mathematical problem-solving with child and/or help child with homework.” These students can also learn skills to help them in their jobs and achieve the column A goal “increase earnings” or “retain a new job for 6-9 months.” Low-literacy learners can also give back to their community by becoming active community members and achieve the column B goal “participate in community activities.
