### Question
How does the law define integrated English literacy and civics education?


### Answer
Under *29 U.S.C. § 3272*, **integrated English literacy and civics education** is defined as:

> education services provided to English language learners who are adults, including professionals with degrees and credentials in their native countries, that enables such adults to achieve competency in the English language and acquire the basic and more advanced skills needed to function effectively as parents, workers, and citizens in the United States

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 3272*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 32-WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY > SUBCHAPTER II-ADULT EDUCATION AND LITERACY**

