Methods of Engaging Adults in Literacy Learning Learners are often unaware that they are subconsciously reading. For example, we are surrounded by environmental signage and this can be used as a means of activating prior knowledge and asking learners to identify other signage that they see on a regular basis. Learners often associate reading with […]
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What are Learning Styles?
The manner in which adults learn, differs vastly from that of children. Consequently, traditional pedagogical techniques are often ineffective when applied to adults and young people. This is because they have a vast array of personal and vocational experiences which they bring with them, into the learning environment. Andragogy Malcolm S. Knowles (1984)1 termed the […]
What are Functional Skills?
What are Functional Skills? Functional skills play a daily role in the lives of adults and young people. Basic levels of literacy and numeracy skills are fundamental in securing employment, living a fulfilling life and also contributing positively in the community. Indeed, in this technology driven era of the 21st century, the days when millions […]
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Linking Verbs List
It is important to note that, in this linking verbs list, are verbs which can also be used as ‘action’ verbs. Remember that these are only linking verbs, when they link the subject to the subject complement. Linking verbs differ from ‘helping verbs’ which help verbs to express tenses and always precede another verb e.g. […]
Linking Verbs
Linking Verbs Definition Unlike traditional verbs, which are ‘doing’ words and express a physical or mental action, or a state of being, linking verbs do not express action. They simply indicate that a subject exists and connect the subject with another word, that provides information about it (the subject complement). Effectively, linking verbs join the […]
I or Me ?
When to Use I or Me? When to use ‘I’ or ‘me’ frequently causes difficulties in English language usage. Consequently, it is not uncommon to hear the two personal pronouns being used incorrectly. We use personal pronouns to replace specific nouns such as names, places and things. In addition to I/me, we also use he/him […]