Are you interested in doing something with adult literacy at your library but not sure where to start? Supporting Adult Literacy in Public Libraries (salipl.org) is a FREE resource to assist in supporting and starting adult literacy programs in public libraries. This website includes information on why public libraries are perfect for supporting adult literacy, success stories from libraries that have implemented programs and information about working with adult learners. In the “Program Toolkit” portion of the website, there is an outline of all the steps involved in connecting with Adult Literacy programs in your area, building a literacy collection, finding potential tutors, setting up tutor training, advertising for learners, doing assessments, learner placement, tutoring session logistics and keeping track of learners and tutors.
All of this information is compiled into an eBook (also free) in pdf format that is available on the main page.
The site has sample presentations that you can adapt for potential tutors and other stakeholders, as well as templates for just about all the paperwork you could possibly need dealing with assessments, placement and tracking. There is a growing FAQ section and questions are welcome through the site. You can connect with Salipl.org on Facebook, as well.