Dr. Daphne Greenberg was recently interviewed by NPR’s Marketplace to discuss low adult literacy and the economy. Recent data suggest that adult literacy in 31 countries has largely stagnated or declined with the U.S. showing a decrease in both literacy and numeracy scores. According to the Coalition on Adult Basic Education, low rates of adult literacy contribute to a potential loss of $1.4 trillion in gross domestic product (GDP). Dr. Greenberg explains the challenges and opportunities for adult literacy.
