Major · Extension Work · Semester 6 · TY BA · 4 credits · 100 marks · 60 hours
Module 1: Introduction to Adult Literacy
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Meaning and importance of adult literacy
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Scope and objectives of adult literacy programs
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3
Role of literacy in social and economic development
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4
Role of adult education in rural and community development
Module 2: Methods and Techniques of Adult Literacy
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Principles of teaching adults
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Methods of teaching reading, writing, and numeracy
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3
Teaching–learning materials for adult literacy
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Role of instructors and facilitators in literacy programs
Module 3: Concept of Extension Work
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Meaning, Objectives and principles of extension education
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Role of extension work in community development
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3
Types of extension activities
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4
Adult literacy and social awareness
Module 4: Adult Literacy Programs and Campaigns
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Literacy campaigns and programs
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Role of government and voluntary organizations
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3
Adult literacy initiatives such as the National Literacy Mission in India
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4
Challenges and prospects of adult literacy programs and empowerment.
Reference Books
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Illeris, K. (2018). Contemporary Theories of Learning: Learning Theorists in Their Own Words (2nd Edition). Routledge.
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Asher E.J., Tiffin, J, and Knight F.B. (1953). An Introduction to General Psychology. D.C. Health & Co., Hoston, USA.
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Adult Learning : A Design for Action, Pergamen Press, 1978.
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Borger, R. Seaborne, A.E.M., The Psychology of Learning, 1964.
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Dave, R.H., Perera, D.A. and Quane, A. (Ed). Learning strategies for post-literacy and Continuing education : A cross-national perspective, Hamburg, Robert Seeman, 1985.
