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The importance of measuring adult literacy and numeracy

Publication Date

6-28-2021

Subjects

Adult education, Adult learning, Adult literacy, Adult vocational education, Numeracy, Digital literacy, Socioeconomic background, Longitudinal studies, International surveys

Abstract

The Australian Council for Educational Research’s submission to the parliamentary inquiry into adult skills highlights the importance of these skills to Australia’s well-being and economy, and calls on the government to continue participation in an international assessment to monitor outcomes and improve adult education.

Place of Publication

Melbourne, Australia

Publisher

Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)

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