Predicting Women's Persistence in Adult Literacy Classes with Dispositional Variables |
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Authors: | Mary F Ziegler Sherry K Bain Sherry Mee Bell R Steve Mccallum Donna J G Brian |
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Institution: | The University of Tennessee , Knoxville, Tennessee, USA |
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Abstract: | Adult literacy programs offer individuals, particularly women, opportunities to improve their educational levels and economic circumstances; however, persistence in these programs is an issue for many. Two hundred forty five participants in a statewide adult literacy program took the Adult Education Persistence Scale, a measure of self-efficacy, resilience, attitudes toward school, and attributions, a measure we developed in an effort to identify dispositional variables that predict persistence. Results indicated that dispositional variables modestly predicted persistence, identifying high and low attendees with 69% accuracy. We recommend screening for dispositional variables to identify those at risk for dropout and to provide relevant support. |
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