My comprehensive guide is tailored for instructors tasked with teaching adult learners literacy skills. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and a deep understanding of the hurdles faced by low-level adult readers. Since I taught ESL for +30 years, many of the 33 Ways applies to teaching English as well.

​

33 Ways Not To Screw Up Teaching Adults to Read is written for instructors, particularly volunteer tutors, to offer the necessary support and guidance in their teaching. Moreover, it underscores the significance of recognizing the distinctive learning dynamics between adults and children, especially for instructors transitioning from grammar school settings. The guide delves into various methodologies tailored to different learning styles, ensuring that the teaching approach resonates with each individual learner. By simplifying the complexities of adult literacy instruction, this practical handbook facilitates the creation of student-centered classes, thereby empowering instructors to foster effective and fun learning experiences.