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Words to Live By : A Strategic
Literacy Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador (2000) The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador developed this plan
through consultation with literacy stakeholders and with recognition that there
is an essential link between literacy and social and economic development. The
goal is to improve literacy within the province, and achieving literacy levels
comparable to those in the rest of Canada. Strong’s Community
Development - Discover Your Destiny (2000) A resource skill book that promotes lifelong learning. Can be
used on an individual basis or in a group setting. Goals of the program are to
establish realistic goals and to challenge individuals to function at their
greatest potential. Shows methods on how to achieve these goals. What the HEALTH! A Literacy and
Health Resource for Youth (2000) National Literacy and Health Program Developed for use by health
providers, youth workers and literacy practitioners working with youth in
health centres, drop-in centres and literacy programs. Health teachers may also
find this resource useful in the classroom. Contains stories, discussion
questions, activities and information on different topics. Canadian Adult Reading
Assessment (2000) CARA is an informal reading inventory to determine a
student’s instructional reading level and specific strengths and
weaknesses in word recognition and comprehension. The instructor’s manual
and student’s assessment booklet contain a graded word list and nine
levels of passages. Cost: $84.95 The Writing’s on the Wall:
Implementing a Municipal Workforce Literacy Program (2000) A manual written for municipal managers, union representatives
and others interested in establishing workforce literacy programs. Content
based on the experience of five Canadian municipalities where workforce
literacy programs were established. Learning for our Lives : A Union
Guide to Worker-Centred Literacy (2000) A practical handbook for unions wanting to get involved in
literacy and basic skills programs. A guide to set up or strengthen a literacy
program for their members. Cost: $8 The New Learning Guide :
Education Opportunities, Alternatives and Enhancements for Maritime Communities
(2000) A catalog of basic information , divided into 5 chapters
providing readers with the tools to understand public education systems in the
Maritimes, the alternatives available, and strategies for building awareness,
getting organised, forming alliances and advocating for change. Justice Literacy Indicator,
Workbook & CD ROM Kit (2000) To address the need for a reliable literacy measurement tool
the Justice Literacy Indicator (JLI) was developed; to address the need for a
reliable knowledge base about justice literacy issues and improved familiarity
with community-based literacy upgrading providers - Justice Literacy Workshop
(JLW) was developed. With One Stone A.B.E. Grammar
Series : Unit Three - Sentence Mechanics (1999) Material meant to make ABE instructors’ jobs easier.
Carefully written and tested with ABE students. Written by experienced literacy
instructors who know how busy you are and how diverse the learners are. On the Level : Demonstrating
Skills & Knowledge in Ontario’s Community Literacy Agencies
(2000) Model demonstrations for Levels 1 and 2 of the reading,
writing, speaking and listening, and self-management / self-direction Outcomes.
Developed and field-tested with the learners and staff of three community-based
programs. A Directory for Healthy
Families (1999) Directory produced as part of A Project for Parenting and
Literacy Education and Exchange (APPLE). Intended to promote partnerships among
family service providers, as a means of improving the literacy skills of
families. How to Start a Native Literacy
Program (1999) Setting up a literacy program is a worthwhile project for any
community, and there are three main steps: a needs assessment, designing a
relevant program to meet those needs and obtaining funding for the program.
Needs Assessment Study on
Literacy for Métis People (1997) A collaboration between the Métis National Council and
the Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research Inc.
«Literacy for Métis People : A National Strategy» prepared for
the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, has two main objectives: assess the
literacy level of Métis people and identify how the literacy needs of
Métis people can be addressed. What Non-Readers or Beginning
Readers Need to Know : Performance-Based ESL Adult Literacy (1999) Written for adult ESL instructors. Describes adult English
learners and factors affecting their literacy development. Also looks at
performance- based instruction, what it is and why it should be used. Working with Learning Outcomes
for Adults with Developmental Disabilities (1999) A project whose central purpose was to identify ways in which
the Demonstrations of the Learning Outcomes could best enhance success for
adults with developmental disabilities in literacy programs. Adult Education
Curriculum (1997) Includes learning standards, goals, and objectives for English
Language Arts and mathematics, with curriculum supplements for ESOL and GED.
Also looks at the unique aspects of adult education and provides an overview of
where to begin.
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