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Persistence Strategies in Adult Literacy Programs Supported by Community Colleges

Authors

• • Renata Russo
  • Texas A&M University
• • Mary V. Alfred
  • Texas A&M University

Abstract

This roundtable will focus on the reasons why adult learners persist long enough to obtaining a post-secondary degree or certification. Furthermore, this study in progress is investigating the impact adult literacy and GED transition programs have on adult learners in post-secondary education.

Keywords: adult literacy, GED, community college, persistence, transition

How to Cite: Russo, R. & Alfred, M. V. (2008) “Persistence Strategies in Adult Literacy Programs Supported by Community Colleges”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(2008).