 RESOURCES FOR LEARNERS A Woman’s Work,Vol. 1 (1999) Vicky Hallett and Jan Weiten, Vancouver Community College The two volumes contain six short biographies of Canadian women who worked
in the early part of the 20th century, written for adult literacy students
reading at a Grade 4 to 6 level. Also included in the series is a Workbook with
reading and writing exercises that relate to each section. Career Planning Guide for Adult Learners (1999) Written for adult learners, this pub-lication explores the world of work,
occupations and career fields. Inter-spersed among the practical chapters that
provide information about these topics, are the personal stories of five adults
who talk about their school and work experiences. READING is more than phonics! A Parents’ Guide for Reading with
Beginning or Discouraged Readers (1995) A common-sense book that uncovers some of the influences that affect a
learner’s progress. Teaches practical strategies and a vocabulary for
helping others that goes beyond ‘sound it out’. Eager to Learn: A Course on Family Literacy (1999) Based on the belief that enrollment in ABE gives adult learners the unique
ability to co-learn with their children or other young persons in their home
en-vironment. Also true for parents enrolled in support programs and community
outreach services. If the School Fits , Video A 23-minute video that features 13 various-age learners from different
agencies talking about their experiences in adult education. Has been used
successfully nationwide (in the US) in student recruitment, student
orientation, staff training, fund raising, and as curriculum. Learning for a Lifetime : Express Yourself - Personal Planner (1999)
Personal Planner produced as an organisational tool for learners, to raise
awareness of literacy issues and to provide additional funding for local
learning programs. Result of cooperation between the artistic community of
Ontario, the federal government, and five regional literacy networks in
Ontario. |