County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries Launches The Literacy Connection
County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries Launches The Literacy ... County of San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo County Public Libraries Launches The Literacy Connection
Author: Erica Thatcher
Date: 9/12/2023 9:33:01 AM
New service offers adult learners free help with reading and writing.
San Luis Obispo County, CA – The County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries is proud to announce its new in-house literacy program, The Literacy Connection (TLC). TLC provides adult learners with the opportunity to work with trained tutors or in small groups to improve their reading, writing, English skills, and other educational goals.
TLC Offers a Variety of Programs
- Adult Literacy
- ESL (English as a Second Language)
- Family Learning tutoring
TLC operates within libraries, allowing learners to have direct access to books, family learning programs, and other valuable resources.
Read On Collections
Learners can find a wide range of books in the Read On collections available at our libraries. These collections are designed to be stigma-free and include bestsellers, graphic novels, engaging nonfiction, as well as adult basic education titles.
Promoting Literacy within Families
Libraries also offer specialized programs that promote literacy within the family unit. These programs include family story time, simultaneous parent/child learning, and family literacy events at the library.
“When families learn together, they thrive together,” said Michelle Haddad, Literacy Coordinator for the Library. “We provide opportunities for learners to be active in their child’s early learning.”
Free and Confidential
The Literacy Connection is a free and confidential program that connects learners with tutors at a library or another convenient location. Photo identification is not required.
Partnership with California State Library
The Literacy Connection is proud to partner with the California State Library and its California Library Literacy Services program.
Get Involved
Interested learners or tutors can find out more at SLOLibrary.org/TLC or call the Library’s Literacy Coordinator at (805) 706-0583.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 4: Quality Education
- Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy.
- Indicator 4.6.1: Proportion of population in a given age group achieving at least a fixed level of proficiency in functional (a) literacy and (b) numeracy skills, by sex.
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
- Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex and persons with disabilities.
Analysis
The article discusses the launch of a new literacy program called The Literacy Connection by the County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries. Based on the content of the article, the following SDGs, targets, and indicators can be identified:
1. SDG 4: Quality Education
The Literacy Connection program aims to improve reading, writing, English skills, and other goals for adult learners. This aligns with SDG 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy.
The Literacy Connection program directly contributes to Target 4.6 by providing adult learners with free help to improve their reading and writing skills. The program aims to ensure that adults achieve literacy, which is essential for their personal and professional development.
Indicator 4.6.1: Proportion of population in a given age group achieving at least a fixed level of proficiency in functional (a) literacy and (b) numeracy skills, by sex.
The article does not mention specific data or statistics related to the literacy levels of the population. However, the implementation of The Literacy Connection program can be used as an indicator to measure progress towards achieving this target. The number of adult learners who participate in the program and improve their literacy skills can be tracked to assess the impact of the program on achieving functional literacy.
2. SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
The Literacy Connection program aims to provide equal access to literacy support for all adult learners, irrespective of their age, sex, or economic status. This aligns with SDG 10, which focuses on reducing inequalities within and among countries.
Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
The Literacy Connection program contributes to Target 10.2 by empowering adult learners through literacy support and promoting their social inclusion. The program aims to provide equal opportunities for all adult learners to improve their literacy skills, regardless of their background or status.
Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex and persons with disabilities.
The article does not provide specific information about the income levels of the adult learners participating in The Literacy Connection program. However, the program’s focus on providing free and confidential support suggests that it aims to reach learners from diverse economic backgrounds. The program’s success in reaching learners from different income groups can be used as an indicator to measure progress towards reducing inequalities.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy. | Indicator 4.6.1: Proportion of population in a given age group achieving at least a fixed level of proficiency in functional (a) literacy and (b) numeracy skills, by sex. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status. | Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex and persons with disabilities. |
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Source: slocounty.ca.gov
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