{"product_id":"literacy-libraries-learning-from-case-studies-9780838935163","title":"Literacy \u0026 Libraries: Learning from Case Studies","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Office for Literacy and Outreach Service | Graceanne A. DeCandido\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: ALA Editions\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: ALA Editions\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Library \u0026amp; Information Science - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiteracy programs at libraries across the country have literally changed people's lives. Hear the real-life stories of library directors, program administrators, teachers, tutors, librarians, and adult learners who have experienced the transformation firsthand. With nine out of ten libraries playing a role in adult literacy and thirty percent offering instruction, it is ever-clear that libraries are major players in promoting and increasing literacy. One component of ALA's own Literacy in Libraries across America initiative (funded in part by the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund), this book was conceived to help strengthen library-based literacy programs. As you digest the lessons learned from these stories, you'll better: * Understand the essential role that libraries play in literacy and adult education. * Meet the educational needs of your unique community - whether urban or rural. * Use technology to revamp the way people learn to read and write. * Create winning local partnerships to make literacy programs a reality. Public libraries, non-profits, literacy organizations, and community groups can all use the practical and specific information in this book to tackle the endem\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALA Editions","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46896116170903,"sku":"9780838935163","price":5179.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780838935163.webp?v=1770356904","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/literacy-libraries-learning-from-case-studies-9780838935163","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}