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S u g g e s t i o n s
f o r A c t i o n
"Nonparticipation in Literacy and
Upgrading Programs: A National Study" has uncovered ways of increasing appeal
and improving future policy and practice relating to Canadian adult basic
education.
To policy makers for
action |
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Strengthen outreach to potential
learners by providing solutions to the family and financial problems that
concern them. |
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Provide accessible, high quality
childcare for adult learners who have small children, and eldercare for those
with these responsibilities. Services may be onsite where feasible or addressed
by bursaries to cover the expense of care. Where necessary, as in small
communities, facilitate cooperation among potential learners with similar
family responsibilities. |
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Mitigate the financial problems
associated with upgrading either with some form of income supplement, or by
offsetting learners' expenses, such as transportation, meals, tuition and
materials. |
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| To employers and unions
for action |
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| 1. |
Show support for any efforts by
employees and members to improve their skills. Reward them for successfully
completing upgrading programs with salary increases, promotions, increased
responsibility and further opportunities for upgrading. |
| 2. |
Negotiate terms and conditions of
employment that make it possible and realistic for employees to engage in
upgrading programs, such as paid time off and payment of costs associated with
the program. |
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