Appendix C:

Sample Surveys

The following surveys have been developed to help communities find out the information about both literacy needs and literacy awareness in their community. These survey forms may be amended or changed depending on the particular flavour of your community. It is recommended, however, that members from the following groups be surveyed:

• local businesses

• social service and health agencies

• social clubs and interest groups

• educational providers

• prospective students or learners

Most of the surveys can be mailed to these people in the community. Individuals identified as prospective students should be interviewed person to person. The interviewer should fill out the form in collaboration with the student. Interviewer} should be sensitive about the literacy abilities of potential students.