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Illiteracy in Brandon Adults Faces Reading Barriers
A Brandon study highlights functional illiteracy among adults in Manitoba with Don Jones and Ron McLenaghen sharing struggles reading menus and prescription bottles. At Assiniboine Community College and the Brandon Friendship Centre a learner centred program, taught by Diane Eastman, helps adults set personal literacy goals in a relaxed, community based setting.
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Canada
Paris
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Don Jones
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Ron McLenaghen
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Assiniboine Community College
ACC
Brandon Friendship Centre
Diane Eastman
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