Thesis Abstract

This project work attempts to look into the various effects of adult functional literacy programme on economic development. It also examines how effective adult functional literacy programme has contributed to individual development.

The methodological study attempts some strategies and practical solutions to some of the perceived problems that emasculate or hindered effective and efficient adult functional literacy programme.

It is the believe of the researcher that if the information in this project work is carefully utilized, it will produce the result of advancing economic development through functional literacy programmes.

Finally, this project work is of immense value for those who need a true understanding of adult functional literacy programme. Its chapters and subject matters constitute part of the intellectual equipment on the usefulness of literacy programmes.

Thesis Overview

Title page —-i

Certification —-ii

Dedication —-iii

Acknowledgment —iv

Abstract —-v

Table of contents —-vi

CHAPTER ONE

1.1 Background of study –1

1.2 Statement of problems –7

1.3 Purpose of study —9

1.4 Research questions —9

1.5 Significance of the study –10

1.6 Scope of the study –11

1.7 Basic assumptions —11

1.8 Definition of terms —11

1.9 Limitation of the study —13

CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF LITERATURE

2.1 Introduction—15

2.2 Need for literacy in attaining the goals of

fundamental education.-16

2.3 Values inherent in literacy –18

2.4 Functional literacy–21

2.5 The concept of development –25

2.6 The concept of economic development -27

2.7 Literacy and economic development -30

2.8 Functional literacy in relation to economic development 37

CHAPTER THREE

3.1 Methodology —42

3.2 Research design –43

3.3 Population of study —43

3.4 Sample and sampling techniques –44

3.5 Instrument for data collection –44

3.6 Validation of instrument of data –44

3.7 Reliability of instrument of data–45

3.8 Method of data collection –45

3.9 Method of data analysis –46

CHAPTER FOUR

4.1 Presentation and data analysis –47

4.2 Discussion of findings –56

CHAPTER FIVE

5.1 Summary of findings —59

5.2 Conclusion —61

5.3 Recommendation —62

5.4 Suggestion for further findings –64

References—-66

Questionnaire—-68