"Haunted by her sister's mysterious disappearance, Lucy Wilson arrives in Rowan County, Kentucky, in the spring of 1911 to work for Cora Wilson Stewart, superintendent of education. When Cora sends Lucy into the hills to act as scribe for the mountain people, she is repelled by the primitive conditions and intellectual poverty she encounters. Few adults can read and write.Born in those hills, Cora knows the plague of illiteracy. So does Brother Wyatt,...

"[Level 1 of] complete self-study English-language course that combines easy-to-use visual learning with crystal-clear grammar explanations, practice exercises, and free audio. his new edition includes a grammar reference section and full transcripts of the listening comprehension exercises"--from page 4 of cover.

"How are older learners faring in today's digital society? Are they being excluded or left behind? The author explores this question and investigates strategies needed to assist older learners who want to continue learning into their golden years. Canada's demographics are shifting, with more seniors living longer and leading more productive lives, notably through their participation in education. Incorporating adult education theory and practice...

In this new book, you will learn the ins and outs of planning a workshop, from general decisions about how long the event will last to the minute details such as where each person will check in and sit. This complete guide will teach you how to effectively target and communicate with your audience so you can give you attendees the information they were missing. You will learn about the basics of leading a training program, such as what characteristics...

"This handy reference will help you navigate social and business situations, with hundreds of ready-to-use English phrases and example dialogues for conversing with friends, collaborating with coworkers, and engaging those around you. And the new edition of this bestselling guide includes a new chapter on tele- and video conferencing, as well as audio recordings, available via app, of typical conversations and key phrase clusters throughout the book"--...

Provides a beginner self-study course for people who already know the basics of the English language, offering visual aids and practice exercises, along with supplemental audio content available online or via a free app.

An eight book series for adult literacy.

Presents a quick and easy way to learn to read through phonics.