The Education Exchange
Stedman Government Center, Room 214
4808 Tower Hill Rd
Wakefield, RI 02879 401.783.0293
Literacy and ESOL The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has drafted the following definition: "Literacy is the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate and compute, using printed and written materials associated with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning to enable an individual to achieve his or her goals, to develop his or her knowledge and potential, and to participate fully in the wider society."
The Education Exchange has the programs and classes that enable people and organizations to reach their goals so they too may participate more fully in the “wider society”.
Family Literacy
Reading together is a wonderful way for parents to increase their own literacy, forge stronger family connections, and help their children succeed in school and beyond. At The Education Exchange, we offer programs that allow families to work together to achieve literacy and a love of learning, in a supportive and caring environment.
English for Speakers of other Languages The inability to read, write, and speak in English can make it harder to succeed in today’s workplace. It can also make even basic tasks like shopping more difficult. At The Education Exchange, we understand the challenges that face our students who speak a language other than English. Our classes range from beginner to advanced to meet the needs of all of our ESL students, making it easier for them to work, raise their families, and communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) The Adult Basic Education program eases the transition into the classroom for students who require instruction in the fundamentals of basic reading, writing, spelling, composition, and math. Student success is fostered in small classes that offer individual attention and a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
