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1. Adult Education - Resource Guide and Learning Standards (1998)
'This resource guide has been developed to … demonstrate concretely how adult education practitioners across [New York] state are tackling the job of standards-based teaching and learning, and to offer examples of resource/research material.' (Foreword). Includes learning standards for English language arts and math, as well as supplements for ESOL and GED.
Added: 1998-01-01
2. Amela Goes to the Dentist (2007)
Book 3
Series: Changing Lanes: English as a Second Language Reading Series
By: Sanja Pecelj
This is the third in a seven-book series called Changing Lanes, aimed at adult English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. Books in the series can also be used in a low-level ESL classroom as a supplementary reading and writing resource.
Each book deals with one or more life skills. For example, this title deals with maintaining good dental health. In addition to reading material, each book contains learning activities.
While the books are similar in purpose and reading level, each can stand alone.
Books in the Changing Lanes have been aligned to the Canadian Language Benchmark ESL Literacy Phase 1 and 2.
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Added: 2009-11-25
3. Assessment and Evaluation Strategies in Family Literacy Program Development (1996)
By: Adele Thomas, Bram Fisher
This guide is the result of the shared experiences over a two year period of four community based literacy programs which implemented and reviewed a variety of assessment procedures for family literacy evaluation.
This practical and informative resource guide for literacy practitioners was prepared for the National Literacy Secretariat and the Ontario Training and Adjustment Board.
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Added: 1996-01-01
4. Book Bridges: A Family Literacy Program (1997)
By: Barbara J. Wynes, Beverley L. Zakaluk
A Family Literacy handbook for instructors.
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Added: 1997-01-01
5. Book Bridges: A Family Literacy Program (1995)
Handbook for Instructors - Book 1: Reading , Book 2: Writing
By: Barbara J. Wynes, Beverley L. Zakaluk
A Family Literacy handbook for instructors.
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Added: 2004-02-11
6. Canadian Language Benchmarks 2000: ESL for Literacy Learners (2000)
By: Linda Johansson, Kathy Angst, Brenda Beer, Sue Martin, Wendy Rebeck et al
ESL Literacy is a program for individuals who are learning English as a Second Language and who are not functionally literate in their own language for a variety of reasons.
Added: 2000-01-01
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7. Choosing a job (2009)
Lesson Plan 23
Series: Language for Work: CLB and Essential Skills Lesson Plans for ESL Instructors
By: Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks
This lesson plan, prepared by ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers, is geared to learners looking for work or planning for employment. The objective of the lesson is to explore decision making, including brainstorming, prioritizing, weighing pros and cons and considering alternative options. Learners will discuss why certain factors about a job are more important than others and how these factors will impact their decision making when they are looking for work.
The two Essential Skills required are Thinking Skills (Decision Making), and Oral Communication.
Added: 2009-11-04
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8. Clear Workplace Communication (A) (2009)
Lesson Plan 16
Series: Language for Work: CLB and Essential Skills Lesson Plans for ESL Instructors
By: Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks
In the workplace, learners will meet a variety of communication styles. They may need to understand how language can mean different things to different people. They need to know how to communicate directly and to clarify expectations.
This lesson plan is the first of two lessons on clear workplace communication. Prepared by ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers, it is geared to a workplace preparation class.
The two Essential Skills required are: Oral Communication, and Writing.
Added: 2009-10-28
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9. Clear Workplace Communication (B): Learning to Negotiate in the Workplace (2009)
Lesson Plan 17
Series: Language for Work: CLB and Essential Skills Lesson Plans for ESL Instructors
By: Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks
In the workplace, learners will meet a variety of communication styles. They may need to understand how language can mean different things to different people. They need to know how to communicate directly and to clarify expectations.
This lesson plan is the second of two lessons on clear workplace communication. Prepared by ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers, it is geared to learners who want to learn to negotiate in order to get what they need.
The two Essential Skills required are: Oral Communication, and Writing.
Added: 2009-10-28
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10. Common Ground: A How-To Guide for Employers (2010)
Series: Common Ground: English in the Workplace
By: Centre for Excellence in Intercultural Education (NorQuest College), Douglas Parsons, Paul Holmes
This guide is designed to help employers set up and deliver their own English in the Workplace (EWP) programs. It discusses how differences in language, culture and level of integration into the community can affect workplace safety, productivity and retention rates.
The guide offers a step-by-step process for establishing a EWP training program, beginning with finding a suitable facilitator and forming an advisory team. Other sections deal with carrying out a needs assessment; choosing learning settings; evaluating the program; creating independent learners; and setting goals for full integration.
The guide also discusses tools for increasing awareness and understanding of attitudes and behaviours.
Additional sections outline ways to customize the program for a specific workplace.
Added: 2010-03-24
