| Definition |
Adult Literacy is the development and use of reading, writing, numeracy, language, digital, and communication skills needed by adults in life, work, family, and civic contexts in Adult Education contexts.
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| Context & Usage |
Adult Literacy is broader than decoding text because programs often connect literacy with employability, family learning, health, digital access, and community participation. In U.S. contexts, compare the term with local adult education, workforce, and credential language before treating it as identical. Some usage is tied to U.S. adult education policy or reporting and should be read in that context.
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