Scientific Evidence for Adult Literacy EducatorsJuly 12, 2007 The National Institute for Literacy is pleased to bring you QEd, a five-issue series for the adult education community--literacy educators, paraprofessionals, program directors, and volunteers. QEd will bring you ideas and information from the expanding scientific research base on how adults learn to read. This first issue tells the story of how researchers are using the high quality, scientific standards that adult literacy deserves and demands. This issue also brings you news of an exciting publication, Applying Research in Reading Instruction for Adults: First Steps for Teachers, which offers specific connections between the research and the classroom. In future issues, QEd will amplify the key literacy elements discussed in this book. We invite you to download a copy of the publication from the Institute's website. (PDF format (261KB), HTML (accessible format)) While you're there, check out other useful resources, including our discussion lists, which continue to provide the adult education community with its most energetic, interactive resource. Adult educators have a cherished history of collaboration and camaraderie. Scientifically based research inspires and challenges us as we work together to understand its implications and the power of its findings. Please join us on this journey of reflection and renewal! Send your thoughts and ideas to us at info@nifl.gov. I look forward to hearing from you! Sandra L. Baxter, Ed.D. Q.E.D. What Does It Mean? Q.E.D. abbreviates the Latin phrase "quod erat demonstrandum," literally, "that which was to be demonstrated" and is taken to mean "it is shown." Mathematicians often use Q.E.D. to show that the result necessary to complete a proof has been reached. We have named this publication series QEd in the spirit of embracing the scientific research that informs adult literacy instruction. |
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