Literacy at work : linking literacy to business management skills

This document is a product of that research. Chapters examine in turn: (1) the design, implementation, and evaluation of two LOFE field activities; (2) the economic arguments of policy planners in support of literacy programs; (3) a framework for assessing on the individual level the economic value of literacy; (4) social and linguistic motivations for literacy; (5) personal factors - values, self-awareness, and occupational concepts - influencing the acquisition of literacy; and (6) the existence and quality of literacy/functional skills programs as a variable influencing continued learner participation. It is concluded that small business owners and other informal sector producers respond to literacy training when it is based on participants" felt needs and is clearly linked to improved business and economic opportunities. Eight recommendations are made regarding design and implementation of literacy/functional skills training for small enterprise owners and managers. A 24-page bibliography (1951-79) is included.