TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Acknowledgements
2. I. Introduction
   1. A. Movement for Canadian Literacy (MCL) Interest in ESL Literacy
   2. B. Purpose of the Discussion Paper
3. II. Methodology
   1. A. Working Group
   2. B. Review of the Literature
   3. C. Key Informants
   4. D. Limitations of the Discussion Paper
4. III. Findings
   1. A. Introduction
   2. B. Definitions of ESL Literacy
   3. C. Adults with ESL Literacy Needs
   4. D. Policy Highlights and Challenges
   5. E. Programs Attended by Adults with ESL Literacy Needs
   6. F. ESL Literacy Program Practice: What is Working
   7. G. Issues and Challenges in Programming
5. IV. Potential Strategic Directions
   1. A. Strategies to Address Gaps and Challenges
   2. B. National Directions
6. V. Summary
7. Appendix 1: Key Informants
8. Appendix 2: Interview Questions
9. References