Illiterates rarely use computers for reading. PG would be useful after a person became literate, i.e., able to read. Even the children's books on PG are a bit too advanced for a person who is non-litereate. Having taught reading, it would not be the first place I would turn- it's too text-heavy, for one thing. -----Original Message----- From: gutvol-d-bounces@lists.pglaf.org [mailto:gutvol-d-bounces@lists.pglaf.org]On Behalf Of Michael Dyck Sent: Friday, November 12, 2004 7:00 PM To: Project Gutenberg Volunteer Discussion Subject: [gutvol-d] increasing literacy Michael Hart wrote:
If we can increase literacy by even 10%, we make more difference than if we cater to the scholars.
We could make even more difference by doing both! Setting that aside, do we have any data (or even anecdotal evidence) re the effect of Project Gutenberg on literacy levels? -Michael _______________________________________________ gutvol-d mailing list gutvol-d@lists.pglaf.org http://lists.pglaf.org/listinfo.cgi/gutvol-d