Title of Article: Key Components of a National Language and Literacy Policy: Recommendations to guyana's Ministry of Education

Numerous writers have established that a national language and literacy policy is expected to lead to improved literacy skills of citizens. There is evidence that Guyana has a high rate of adult illiteracy and does not have a national language and literacy policy. This paper sought to highlight a number of key components that the relevant authorities in Guyana can include in a national language and literacy policy. A national language and literacy policy can include information that will address the needs of marginalised citizens, such as poor and unemployed individuals. It should also contain information relating to curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Moreover, the policy ought to emphasise staffing and funding issues. Furthermore, the language needs of immigrants should be articulated in a national language and literacy policy. Finally, in this technological age, the use of ICTs in advancing language and literacy needs of citizens should be articulated.