Manitoba headlines
CMEC chair on International Adult Learners' Week: 'There can be no one left behind'
Posted: March 30, 2012 | 
| Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
“Ministers of education recognize that Canada works best when all citizens have the knowledge and skills they need to succeed,” said Ramona Jennex, Minister of Education for Nova Scotia and current Chair of CMEC. “This means there can be no one left behind: young people, adult workers, Aboriginal Canadians, new immigrants, and those with differing abilities. All must have access to quality educational opportunities to ensure their success.”
CLLN: Canada needs an adult literacy and skills strategy
Posted: March 30, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
“We cannot hope to have a skilled workforce and a strong economy when 43 per cent of the population does not have basic literacy and essential skills,” said Lindsay Kennedy, president and CEO of CLLN. “Skills development is a vital part of Canada’s economic strength and a national literacy and essential skills strategy must be the foundation for a productive workforce.”
History of adult learning in Canada: A UNESCO summary (PDF)
Posted: March 28, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
Adult learning in Canada and around the world since the Second World War owes a great deal to a handful of Canadians who continue to provide leadership today. Although adult education has been practised in Canada since the early 19th century, it wasn’t until after the war that it developed its own formal field of study.
It's 10th anniversary of International Adult Learners' Week in Canada
Posted: March 27, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
For the 10th anniversary of International Adult Learners' Week in Canada (IALW) 2012, the Canadian Commission for UNESCO would like to stress the urgent need to reach a broader public. Better synergy among stakeholders facilitates the sharing of lessons learned, as well as its giving greater visibility to learners across the country, the organization says.
Literacy opens up a world of opportunities: ABC Life Literacy Canada
Posted: March 23, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
Take part in the celebration of International Adult Learners’ Week by practising your literacy skills - read about a new hobby, complete a crossword, word jumble or Sudoku puzzle, or sign up for a professional development program at work.
Canadian Literacy and Learning Network celebrates learner achievement
Posted: March 23, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
Lindsay Kennedy, president and CEO of CLLN, says, “We would like to ask you to join Canadian Literacy and Learning Network in celebrating adult learners during the week of March 24 to April 1, seek out and listen to adult learners across the country, and be part of the force of change that life-long learning can bring to Canada.”
Spring into literacy: Tips and ideas from ABC Life Literacy Canada
Posted: March 20, 2012 |
Category: Learning
Spring is all about new beginnings and there is no better time of year to refresh your skills and focus on lifelong learning.
Manitoba announces new investment of $1.8 million in early literacy, numeracy initiatives
Posted: March 19, 2012 |
Category: Learning
“Developing strong reading, writing and math skills in the early years is critical to student success later in life and creates more opportunities for students in school and beyond,” said Nancy Allan, Manitoba education minister.
Engaging adult learners: NALD offers more tips for IALW - March 24 - April 1, 2012
Posted: March 19, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
In observance of International Adult Learners’ Week in Canada, NALD offers several handy tips for engaging learners in the education process.
NWT Literacy Council posts short survey for International Adult Learners' Week
Posted: March 16, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategories: Essential skills, Learning
March 24 to April 1, 2012, is International Adult Learners' Week. Members of Canada's literacy and essential skills community want to know how YOU continue to learn throughout the years.
Two languages better than one for immigrants' health: study
Posted: March 16, 2012 |
Category: Learning
Bilingual immigrants are healthier than those who speak one language, according to a new study from Rice University in Houston. Sociologists at the school rated the English and native-language skills of nearly 5,000 immigrants from China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Mexico, Cuba and Puerto Rico, then asked them to rate their own health.
Students outline vision for education ahead of federal budget
Posted: March 15, 2012 |
Category: Learning
The national chairperson of the Canadian Federation of Students says: "Instead of cutting important programs such as the Service Canada Centre for Youth, the federal government should be increasing funding to help youth and students get a head start in life." For post-secondary education, students are recommending four concrete budget steps to ensure students and their families are not being left out.
Authors discuss the writing process for adult learners: Videos online
Posted: March 13, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategory: Learning
Good Reads authors Joy Fielding and Deborah Ellis sat down with ABC Life Literacy Canada to discuss the writing process for adult learners, why they love writing for the Good Reads program, and even shared a bit about themselves.
Peter Gzowski Life Literacy Fellowship helps bring adult literacy to forefront
Posted: March 13, 2012 |
Category: Learning
ABC Life Literacy Canada is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2012 Peter Gzowski Life Literacy Fellowship are now being accepted online. The fellowship is open to accredited media and freelance journalists working and residing in Canada, along with current journalism students attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada.
Manitoba premier calls for nominations for adult literacy award
Posted: March 9, 2012 |
Category: Learning
Nominations for the 2012 Council of the Federation (COF) Literacy Award, recognizing outstanding achievements in adult literacy, will be accepted until May 22, Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger has announced.
‘I’m still learning:’ NALD marks International Adult Learners’ Week
Posted: March 8, 2012 | | Adult Learners' Week in Canada
| Adult Learners' Week in CanadaCategories: Essential skills, Learning
“Change is everywhere in today’s workplace,” says Bill Stirling, CEO of the National Adult Literacy Database. “New technologies, global competitors, new markets and changing standards or certifications mean that workers today are constantly dealing with change. They have to be continuous learners and problem solvers.”
It takes a community - Big Rothesay Read is NALD's Feature of the Month
Posted: March 2, 2012 |
Category: Learning
The Big Rothesay Read in New Brunswick is about to embark on its fourth year of involving the entire student body of Rothesay High School and increasing numbers of teachers, parents and citizens in a community-wide reading initiative.
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