Rogers and Kramer present case studies exploring the literacy beliefs and practices of nine exemplary adult education teachers from the metropolitan St. Louis area. The text opens with an introductory overview of adult literacy teachers, the contemporary landscape of adult literacy education, and a history of the struggle for equitable education in St. Louis. The nine case studies that follow are grouped thematically into sections focusing on designing relevant and engaging instruction, recognizing and valuing multiple literacies, and the struggle for critical literacy. The text concludes with a discussion of future directions for professional development in the field. For use in adult education courses, and as a resource for researchers, teacher educators, practitioners, and graduate students in the field of literacy education. The authors' credentials are not stated. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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