Abstract
This paper presents some of the results of the Numeracy Working Group in the International Life Skills Survey (ILSS) and the what the author suggests is a wealth of ideas and concepts that can be of interest to the wider educational sector. The author looks at why numeracy was included in the ILSS and the numeracy framework that was established. Complexity factors, assessment items, results so far and issues, problems and benefits showing up in the survey are discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The adult numeracy handbook : reframing adult numeracy in Australia |
| Publication status | Published - 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Assessment
- Framework
- Life skills
- Mathematical skills
- Numeracy
- Surveys
Disciplines
- Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research