Why More Adults are Seeking Literacy Tutors
The need for adult literacy tutors is increasing due to changes in job markets, technology, and the importance of lifelong learning. Many jobs now require high literacy and digital skills, and learning is seen as essential for personal and professional growth. Adults...
Tutor Forum Coming in March
You asked, we listened! We believe in supporting our tutors in every way possible. Thanks to feedback, a new quarterly Tutor Forum begins soon. At this 2 hour workshop, current tutors can gain practical experience in tutoring through role-play and discussions on best...
Adult Literacy Council Welcomes Five New Tutors in January 2023
Turning Pages SC, one of South Carolina’s oldest adult literacy councils, runs on power and passion of people who embrace possibility! On Saturday, January 28, we welcomed five new volunteer tutors to the Turning Pages roster after a 3-hour Tutor Workshop. The...
Emotional Benefits of Being a Reading Tutor
Becoming a reading tutor for adults can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. The emotional benefits of teaching someone how to read are countless, and the impact you can have on someone’s life is truly priceless. As a...
Adult Literacy: We Need to Take Action
Illiteracy is a serious problem that affects individuals, families, and communities. According to recent statistics, 1 in 7 adults in the United States cannot read, and the problem of low adult literacy is even more severe in some states, such as South Carolina, where...