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The Literacy Dictionary : The
Vocabulary of Reading and Writing (1995) Defines reading and literacy-related terms along with vocabulary from other areas that contribute to the study of reading. Definitions represent both technical and nontechnical perspectives on vocabulary used in the classroom and in the research arena. Cost : $35.00 Contact : International Reading Association, Public Information Office, 800 Barksdale Road, PO Box 8139, Newark, DE 19714-8139 USA, Tel. (302) 731-1600, Fax 302-731-1057, E-mail: pubinfo@reading.org WWW : http://www.ira.org ABE Fundamental Level Science Emphasizes a different method of scientific exploration. Reading levels and math concepts appropriate to ABE, and developed for students working in groups with instructor help. An instructor's guide containing a general introduction, information on teaching each of the modules, additional resources and review (tests). Contact : Marketing Department of the Open Learning Agency, 4355 Mathissi Place, Burnaby, BC V5G 4S8, Tel. (604) 431-3210 or 1-800-663-1653. Gateway to Canada A teacher resource for literacy and fundamental level students. Up-to-date information and interesting approaches for a study of Canada. Contact : Oxford University Press Canada, 70 Wynford Drive, Don Mills, ON M3C 1J9, Tel. 1-800- 387-8020, Fax: 1-800-665-1771. Program-Based Literacy Materials
Catalogue, 3rd ed. (1997) A collection of learner-written and program generated materials from Ontario's literacy programs. A valuable resource in your search for appropriate adult learning materials. Provides a short description of each book and detailed ordering instructions, a sample page of the publication also included with each listing. Cost : $10.00 Contact : Thunder Bay Literacy Group, 5-226 Camelot Street, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4B1, Tel. (807) 345-0662, Fax (807) 344-0562, E-mail: nldtp@mail.baynet.net Connecting in English : Curriculum
Guidelines for Non-credit Adult ESL (1997) Contains five thematic, competency-based units: Social Interaction; Employment : Getting a Job; On the Job Health and Safety; Shopping and Consumerism; Getting to Know the Community. Each unit includes : 4 levels, pre-basic to advanced; guidelines for language development in the areas of vocabulary, grammar and usage, reading and writing, and more. Cost : $75.00 for a set of 5 units Contact : North York Board of Education, 15 Mallow Rd., North York, ON M3B 1G2 ; Tel. (416) 395-6571, Fax (416) 395- 6579. Good Morning Canada ! Literacy
Through Listening (1996) A binder with casssette that was developed to show how the media and educators may cooperate to develop literacy skills through the use of authentic listening extracts. Three written sections and an audio tape : student workbook, with exercises involving oral production, grammatical structures, reading and a final writing task; a teacher's manual and the media contribution. Cost : $20.00 Contact : Continuing Education Centre, Ottawa Board of Education, 515 Cambridge St. S., Ottawa, ON K1S 4H9, Tel. (613) 239-2656, Fax (613) 239-2429. Train the Trainer : Literacy &
Learning Disabilities A training package developed as a resource for literacy personnel who will be training literacy practitioners working with adults who have learning disabilities. Intended to be used by teachers and trainers who have already gone through the training themselves. Cost : $35 plus shipping & handling Contact : Sudbury Community Literacy, 124 Cedar Street, 3rd floor, Sudbury ON P3E 1B4, Tel. (705) 671-1499, Fax (705) 671-2635. STAPLE (Supplemental Training for
Practitioners in Literacy Education) (1996) A CD ROM training program for adult literacy practitioners, giving literacy workers a foundation with which to develop tutor training or enrich their own professional development. Among the Module topics : Introduction to Assessment; Teaching Reading; Let's Talk About Literacy; Building a Foundation for Numeracy and Literacy. Contact : Flo Brokop, Literacy Services of Canada Ltd., #404 10810 - 86 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 2N2, Tel. (403) 413-6491, Fax (403) 413-6582, E-mail: brokop@telusplanet.net Workplace Education : The Changing
Landscape (1997) A compilation of information on the current knowledge and practical experience about the major issues confronting the field of workplace training. Contents include : Optimizing Partnerships and New Linkages; Enhancing the Practice of Basic Skills Training; Reflections on Workplace Education and Learning. Cost : $35.00 plus shipping and applicable taxes Contact : Culture Concepts Publishers, 69 Ashmount Crescent, Toronto, ON M9R 1C9, Tel.(416) 245-8119, Fax (416) 245-3383, WWW : http://www3.sympatico.ca/cultureconcepts |
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The Frontier College Tutor's
Handbook : A guide to student-centred individualized learning (1997) A revised handbook based on actual programs delivered by Frontier College for : street youth, prison inmates, people with disabilities, English as a Second Language Learners. Full of practical suggestions for tutoring adults. Cost : $15.95 + shipping and applicable taxes Contact : Culture Concepts Publishers, 69 Ashmount Crescent, Toronto, ON M9R 1C9, Tel.(416) 245-8119, Fax (416) 245-3383. Literacy in Action : Information,
Guidance and Support Handbook (1997) A booklet to assist individuals and groups in setting down the groundwork to begin a community-based literacy association. Also provides information to anyone interested in volunteering with an individual learner or any other aspect of literacy service. Contents include : Getting Started, How to Prepare a Proposal, Literacy Groups, General Contacts. Contact : Don McDonald, Literacy Development Council of Newfoundland and Labrador, Provincial Building, 3 Cromer Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NF A2E 1W9, Tel. (709) 489-7723, Fax (709) 489-7421. Lifelong Learning on the
Information Highway Series (1997) An integrated series of books and multi-mode learning materials that demonstrates the successful use of compressed video, computer and audio/audiographic conferencing technologies as learning tools. Designed for a broad audience of instructors who are beginning to explore the application of learning technologies. Contact : Scott Duncan, Knowledge Connection Corporation, 80 Gould Street, Suite V-222, Toronto ON M5B 2K3, Tel. (416) 979-2930, Fax (416) 979-3080, E-mail: knowledge@kcc.ca WWW: http://www.kcc.ca Making Connections - Reading/Math
Strategies (1997) A workbook that was developed to promote the self-directed use of learning strategies. Focuses on Modelling, a method of teaching learning strategies. Assists learners, tutors and instructors in working through the process of using reading/math strategies, becoming comfortable with their use, and transferring the learning method to the workplace or their studies. Cost : $20 Contact : Cypress Hills Regional College, 129 - 2 Avenue NE, Swift Current, SK S9H 2C6, Tel. (306) 773-1531, Fax (306) 773-2384. Portfolios in Practice (1996) Manual intended for experienced literacy practitioners who would like to learn more about portfolio development. Areas examined : a description of portfolios, the reasons learners use them, how to create them, and factors affecting their use. Manual NOT meant as an introductory course. Contact: Andrea Leis, Stratford Campus, Conestoga College, 130 Youngs Street, Stratford, ON N5A 1J7, Tel: (519) 271-5700, Fax: (519) 272-0953. A Chance to Read - Video (1996) A 27-minute video produced by the Laubach Literacy Council in Thompson, Manitoba. Emphasizes the Each One Teach One motto, featuring three former students who tell moving stories - each one very different - of their struggle and success to attain literacy. Purpose of the video: for training tutors and promoting public awareness of the literacy program, both locally and in other communities. Cost: $25 Contact: Lark Gamey at Thompson Reading Aides Corporation, Box 381, Thompson, MB R8N 1N1, Tel: (204) 677-6060 or (204) 778-7985 (messages), E-mail: gamey@brandonu.ca Filling the Gap: Learning and
Language in Non-Formal Educational Settings (1995) Report examining the learning which takes place outside the formal education system - in abandoned classrooms, church basements, union halls and women's shelters in British Columbia. Result of a project by a group of adult educators from Douglas College and Okanagan university College, showing how non-formal education provides a vital service in B.C., helping people deal with issues such addiction , parenting and poverty, through educational activities like lectures, workshops, theatre, music or dance. Contact: Literacy BC, 622-510 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L8, Tel: (604) 684-0624, or 1-800-663-1293 (in BC), Fax (604) 684-8520. |
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