Functional Literacy: A Holistic Approach - September 2024

The literacy umbrella covers a broad range of knowledge and skills, and functional literacy provides a holistic approach for serving adult learners. The team at the Houston Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy is a shining example of preferred practices for incorporating functional literacy into their work. In this episode, Jackie Aguilera joins us to discuss the work happening in their office, and the way literacy touches everything from reading and workforce skills to community safety.

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