| Description: | Coordinated by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), adult literacy programs are offered in various locations in the Boundary area. Adult Literacy Coordinator for the Boundary area is Sheila Dobie. Programs currently include: - Adult Tutoring Program: One-on-one and group instruction for adults wishing to improve their reading, writing, math and / or computer literacy skills.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversation Club: Offers learners a chance to get together for informal sessions filled with word games, reading, storytelling and conversation.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutoring Program:Offers one-on-one or group based instruction to individuals seeking to improve and enhance their English language development, both oral and written.
- Lexia: An interactive computer based phonics program that gives adult learners extensive practice in decoding and vocabulary building. The computer sessions are paired with one-to-one tutoring to support the learning.
- Rosetta Stone Learning Software: A fun and interactive computer based English as a Second Language program that gives adult learners a chance to practice their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a natural way. Paired with one-to-one tutoring to support the learning.
- Writig Out Loud: A writing program that improves writing skills and is an invaluable aid in self-discovery and learning to cope with problems.
All Literacy Programs are free of charge For dates, times and locations: phone or check the website. |