Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy is on the increase.

has not been a problem for most western countries ever since the spread

the public

system. It has traditionally been viewed as a problem for

with limited resources to create a competent

system.

,

recent years,

has been rising in developed countries

as the
United States and Australia. The following essay will examine some plausible causes,

as lack of funding and rise of poverty, and discuss some of its possible consequences

society.

One possible explanation for the rise of

is the lack of funding.
Without proper funding, it is impossible to give every

a competent

.
It is known that in some parts of the US, educational systems are

.
If schools do not have enough resources to properly educate

student, the

of

students

will be dramatically decreased. Another possible

if the rise of poverty in cities. Some parents simply do not have the

means to support a child through school. Many kids who came from a impoverished

often end up with low paying jobs and addiction, and often forgets about

the most essential materials,

as reading and writing at a competent level.

Of course,

is a serious threat

society. It significantly decreases the

of those who are affected. Those who are illiterate cannot preform high skilled jobs.

, it would be impossible for someone who_s illiterate to be promoted to a management position

those positions require an advanced level of comprehension.

In conclusion, an increase

poses a big threat for the countries involved.
If

trend is not reversed, the situation can become very serious.