ADULT LITERACY: FOUNDATION FOR DIGITAL AGE
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Welcome to Washington D.C. and the 2007 International Relations Round Table Pre-Conference! Washington is home to the United States national government, international diplomats, and ambassadors from across the globe; as well as adults who do not read or write. “Adult literacy: foundation for a digital age” will recognize a global concern, the urgent need for people everywhere to have access to basic literacy instruction. This pre-conference welcomes international librarians as well as librarians from the United States. The pre-conference is designed as an opportunity for dialogue, and exercises in the expression of diversity in libraries around the world.
"Adult Literacy: Foundation for Digital Age "
Friday, June 22, 2007
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (followed by lunch)
Presented by the ALA International Relations Round Table
Location: To Be Determined
The International Exchanges Committee of the IRRT will describe their work with study visits and exchange programs. Information will be disseminated about opportunities for librarians to enrich and broaden their career experience, and enhance the library profession by developing intercultural perspectives. The cost to participate in the preconference is $40 USD in advance, and includes lunch at a restaurant. (This is in addition to the regular conference registration fee.) If you are interested in attending the preconference, please fill out and return the following.
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