Work and Life Literacy: A New Paradigm for Education in the 21st Century

By Vivian Guilfoy and John Wong

Inequitable access to technology and the widening effect of globalization on the socioeconomic divide between the peoples of the world require a new vision for education in the 21st century—universal literacy in Work and Life (WL). The Work and Life Literacy model is a holistic approach that empowers individuals to establish a foundation for successful and productive work and life and pursue life-long learning.

Contact Info: Nancy Fournier (1-800-225-4276 x2536)

Project Website: Workforce and Human Development

Published by: Education Development Center, Inc.

Download a copy of Work and Life Literacy: A New Paradigm for Education in the 21st Century (PDF, 14.5 MB): http://main.edc.org/files/pdfs/work_life_literacy.pdf

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