Table of Contents

Executive Summary

1. Introduction
2. Methodology
   1. 2.1 Questionnaire Development and Interview Pilot
   2. 2.2 Sampling
   3. 2.3 Data Collection
   4. 2.4 Data Analysis
3. Findings
   1. 3.1 Where SARAW is being used
   2. 3.2 Program Information
      • Accommodations
      • Assessment
      • Program Fees
      • Program Funding
      • Human Resources
      • Partnerships
   3. 3.3 Who Uses SARAW
   4. 3.4 Learners’ Experiences using SARAW
   5. 3.5 Learners’ Experiences in the Programs
      • The People
      • Learning Activities and Materials
      • Learning Environment
      • Challenges and Barriers
      • Measuring Progress and Celebrating Achievement
   6. 3.6 Applying learning to daily life
4. Case Studies
   • Bow Valley College
   • Thames Valley District School Board Literacy Program
5. Conclusion and Recommendations
   • Recommendations

References

Appendices

1. Literacy and Disabilities
2. Learner Questionnaire
3. Tutor Questionnaire
4. Instructor/Coordinator Questionnaire
5. Programs Participating in the SARAW Survey
6. Grouped Data
7. Possible Trends to be Found in the Data