INTRODUCTION

The following stories belong as much as possible to those who told them. Interviews conducted using a tape recorder were later transcribed. Although the material was edited for the sake of clarity and readability, every effort was made to remain true to the original language and ideas.

Without exception, each of the learners interviewed mentioned AVC staff who motivated them and encouraged their success. I have not usually mentioned the latter by name but they will know who they are and will appreciate the valuable contribution they made to the success stories recounted here.

Assembling these stories was a challenging and rewarding project. I trust the reader will enjoy "meeting" these adult learners in print as much as I did in person.

Robin Houston-Knopff
Alberta Vocational College-Calgary, Spring 1992