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29975: pdesrosi (reply) Re: 29963: RE: Vedrine (reply) In need of information on literacy in Haiti (fwd)
From: pdesrosi@aol.com
The traditional definition of literacy is considered to be the ability to read
and write (regardless of language), or the ability to use languageāto read,
write, listen, and speak. In modern contexts, the word refers to reading and
writing at a level adequate for communication, or at a level that enables one
to successfully comprehend and communicate in print society, thus literacy
plays a role in providing access to power. The United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization UNESCO has drafted the following
definition: "Literacy is the ability to identify, understand, interpret,
create, communicate and compute, using printed and written materials associated
with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning to enable an
individual to achieve his or her goals, to develop his or her knowledge and
potential, and to participate fully in the wider society."
Adult literacy rate - Percentage of persons aged 15 and over who can read and
write. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO), including the Education for All 2000 Assessment.
The literacy rate in Haiti is estimated to be around 48%.
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Paultre P. Desrosiers, MD, MPH, Ph.D,
Senior International Health Advisor
10514 Dunn Meadow Rd.
Vienna, VA 22182-6600
E-mail: pdesrosi@aol.com
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