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The Adult Non-Reader Characteristics

The Adult Non-Reader Characteristics . Dr. Nancy Sue Laminack Literacy & Evangelism International . The dilemma of The Adult Non-Reader In Like A Vicious Circle. Lack of Skills to Communicate. Isolation from Social Contacts. Lack of Self-Esteem Feels Inferior Shy Withdrawn.

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The Adult Non-Reader Characteristics

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  1. The Adult Non-ReaderCharacteristics Dr. Nancy Sue Laminack Literacy & Evangelism International

  2. The dilemma of The Adult Non-Reader In Like A Vicious Circle Lack of Skills to Communicate Isolation from Social Contacts Lack of Self-Esteem Feels Inferior Shy Withdrawn Inability to Read

  3. Some Reasons For Illiteracy ILLNESS Personal Poverty • Frequent illnesses during school years • Unable to catch up in school • No School Clothes • Not enough food • No transportation

  4. Reasons…cont. State Poverty/Education Resources Home Environment • Insufficient funds for schools • No Money for books • Lacking of funds for adequate staff • Lack of teaching materials • No funds for Field Trips • Learning Not Encouraged • No Reading Materials in the House

  5. Reasons…. Cont. Learning Disability Not diagnosed in Childhood Vision Problems • May Need Glasses

  6. Characteristics of Non-Reader Unemployed or low income Insecure & easily embarrassed Background of failure & frustration Nervous Lacks confidence, Needs encouragement Fear of exposure to boss, wife, or family Eager and highly motivated to learn to read

  7. As You Begin To TutorWhat to Expect • - Attendance: may be irregular • - The student may have personal problems • - “ “ may appear irresponsible • - “ “ may be forgetful • - “ “ may need to be reminded • - A job may prevent the student fromattending • Family demands may prevent student from giving reading priority • Don’t be Discouraged!!! • A Literacy Ministry Requires Patience

  8. FRIENDSHIP • Through teaching and sharing in class in and out of class may become close friends. • Beware that student doesn’t get too dependent on you. • - Treat the student as a precious person. • - As you learn of the student’s personal struggles and victories, your respect will grow. • - Always remember we are modeling what Christ would do

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