Functional Illiteracy Definition
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What does functional illiteracy refer to?

  • Inability to read or write simple sentences in any language
  • Inability to effectively use dictionaries and written manuals
  • Reading and writing only in a language other than the predominant language
  • Inadequate reading and writing skills for daily living and employment tasks (correct)

    • How is functional illiteracy different from illiteracy in the strict sense?

  • Functional illiteracy is related to using dictionaries and written manuals, while strict illiteracy is about inability to read or write in any language
  • Functional illiteracy involves inadequate reading and writing skills, while strict illiteracy refers to the inability to read or write simple sentences (correct)
  • Functional illiteracy is about cultural variations in reading and writing skills, while strict illiteracy is universal
  • Functional illiteracy refers to reading too slowly for practical use, while strict illiteracy involves inability to comprehend basic texts

    • How might functional illiteracy be defined in languages with phonemic spelling?

  • Inadequate reading skills for daily living tasks beyond a basic level
  • Inability to comprehend basic texts and documents associated with competent citizenship
  • Reading too slowly for practical use and an inability to effectively use dictionaries and written manuals (correct)
  • Inability to read or write simple sentences in any language

    • What has sociological research demonstrated about countries with lower levels of functional illiteracy among their adult populations?

    <p>They tend to have higher levels of scientific literacy among the lower stratum of young people nearing the end of their formal academic studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the correspondence between functional literacy and civic literacy suggest?

    <p>The capacity of schools to ensure students attain functional literacy contributes to a society's level of civic literacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you send a covering letter?

    <p>Every time you are sending your CV to an employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a covering letter allow you to do?

    <p>Highlight specific skills and achievements relevant to the job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does including a covering letter benefit job applicants?

    <p>Increases chances of getting noticed and considered for the job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose does a covering letter serve?

    <p>Provides additional information about qualifications and experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sending a covering letter important?

    <p>It shows professionalism and interest in the position</p> Signup and view all the answers

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