Do - Audit for ActionWe adapted the Literacy Audit Kit to be an interactive workshop that used a consensus decision-making approach. We decided to adapt the kit from its original survey format. We felt that an interactive and consensus style workshop can engage staff and volunteers at a deeper level to commit to develop and expand positive literacy practices within their organization. We invited, encouraged and challenged (in friendly ways) staff to have open and honest discussions and work together to come to consensus about where they thought literacy was at in their organization. Then as a group they had to create a realistic action plan which could be initiated immediately. The Literacy Audit Kit includes a manual, video and handouts. You will need to purchase the Audit Kit from Literacy Alberta (see References). There are four areas that the audit explores, however in our experience most organizations chose three: Print Materials, Sensitivity to Literacy, and Clear Verbal Communication. The fourth area is Promotions and Publicity. You will need to schedule two hours to do the audit workshop, as it is important to have sufficient time for the group to come to consensus and to create an action plan. We recommend that you read through the Audit Kit and watch the video prior to the workshop. Tools:
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