Using Music to Engage Learners

(Port Elgin, ON – May 24, 2012) - This summer, adult learning centres in Grey and Bruce Counties, ON will be filled with the sound of music. “Returning to a classroom setting can often be intimidating for adult learners, many of whom dropped out of school at a young age,” says Steve Ballard, local learning facilitator. … Continue reading »

VIDEO: Good Reads Author Marina Endicott

(Edmonton, AB – May 18, 2012) - Good Reads author Marina Endicott sat down with ABC Life Literacy Canada to talk about her writing experiences, including where she got the inspiration for her Good Reads book, New Year’s Eve. Source: ABC Life Literacy Canada

Journalism Grant Deadline June 5th

(Toronto, ON – May 17, 2012) – There’s still time to apply for the Peter Gzowski Life Literacy Fellowship! This fellowship, supported by ABC Life Literacy Canada, is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists and journalism students. The fellowship provides grant money to help one successful applicant research and develop a story about adult literacy. … Continue reading »