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Scheduled for release this Fall,
Madison Heights and Lifelines, two powerful new
video and print series for family literacy and adult basic education,
combine the distinctive aspects of television drama and documentary
with carefully integrated yet practical learning materials to
present stories of families struggling to improve themselves and
their position in the larger community.
A
Proven Approach
Both Madison Heights and Lifelines use television for its
power to entertain and engage learners, to provide numerous
catalysts for discussion, and bring family literacy issues
to life that are relevant to adult learners. Powerful dramas
take on “hot button” issues and offer stories of
nobility and hope. |
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Real-life documentaries follow families from different backgrounds,
allowing learners and practitioners alike to see a whole
range of family structures and types. |
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the television component, closely integrated, content rich
print materials promote critical thinking and problem solving
skills; help adult learners improve their ability to read,
write and speak; and provide experiences that empower adults
in their roles as parent, worker, and member of the community.
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By addressing reading, writing,
speaking and problem solving skills that lead to economic self
sufficiency; providing ideas for age appropriate activities that
parents and caregivers can use with their children; and encouraging
discussion around such topics as communicating with others, managing
family resources, self-esteem, child growth and development …Madison
Heights and Lifelines offer exciting new possibilities for family
literacy programs…whether taught in the classroom or at a
distance.
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