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The Basic Skills for Living philosophy is . . .
“when adult learners can read, write and understand the
language related to their daily lives they are better able to
live more independently, become more self-confident 
and improve their quality of life.”

  


Adult Learning & Literacy

The Basic Skills for Living resources are based on community development principles of adult education and literacy programs. 

In this section of the website you will find links to background information on the following two topics:
Adult Education Techniques for Teaching Life Skills 
PDF file—3 pages
 Manitoba Literacy Stages One—Three  
PDF file—2 pages

These PDF files may be printed for reference.  They provide a summary of  adult education theories and their applications when teaching life skills.

Note: The Manitoba Literacy Stages for adult learners are referenced in the educational resources so you can select appropriate activities for the life skills you are teaching.  The Stages are based on the Manitoba Literacy Stages One—Three.

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