Literacy Glossary [1]- The terms in this glossary are defined as they are used or referred to in the Verizon Life Span Literacy Matrix and as they are used in the Verizon Literacy Program Self-Assessment Tool.

The Literacy Life Span Matrix identifies relevant literacy outcomes, appropriate instruments for measuring the outcomes, and effective research-based practices that allow programs and individuals to increase the development of literacy at all stages of life. Click here [2] to access the Literacy Life Span Matrix.

The VLP-SAT [3] provides research-based literacy standards that identify program practices linked to desired learner outcomes. Within each standard are a number of indicators and specific, observable examples of the ways programs are working toward those standards. This interactive tool is designed for programs and schools to identify areas of strengths and areas for improvement in their literacy practices.