Abstract:Proposed by UNSECO in the Experimental World Literacy Programme (EWLP), the concept "Functional Literacy" is the extension and development of the traditional literacy, and new challenge to the adult literacy education in the countryside. As the result of the rapid development of science, technology and economy, functional literacy is a new requirement for promoting rural economic and social development. Besides, it will play an important role in the progress of rural economy, democracy, living standards and fa… Show more
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