The program can demonstrate its past effectiveness in improving the literacy skills of adults and families. The program is committed to serving individuals most in need of literacy services, including individuals who are low-income or have minimal literacy skills. The program is of sufficient intensity and duration for participants to achieve substantial learning gains. The program uses instructional practices that research has proven to be effective in teaching adults. Educational activities are built on a strong foundation of research and effective educational practice.
Programs use computers and other advances in technology, as appropriate.
The program is staffed by well-trained instructors, administrators, and counselors. The program coordinates its activities with other available resources in the community, including postsecondary schools, elementary and secondary schools, One-stop centers, job training programs, and social service agencies. The program has a high-quality information management system that has the capacity to report participant outcomes and to monitor program performance. Placement in, retention in, or completion of, post-secondary education, training, unsubsidized employment or career advancement. Receipt of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent.