Recent items in NALD@Work library
1. Document Use Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person can find, understand or enter information in different types of documents. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The second section, on personal development, requires the respondent to identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs improvement in the use of documents.
Added: 2010-09-07
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2. Reading Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person understands text written in sentences or paragraphs. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The goal of the second section, on personal development, is to help the respondent identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs to improve his reading skills.
Added: 2010-09-07
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3. Tools for Community Building Workbook (2008)
A Guide to Help People Plan Projects in Their Community
This workbook is designed for people who want to develop projects in their communities. It includes information on planning a project; writing a proposal; developing a communication strategy; and preparing an evaluation report at the end of the project.
The authors have included thee sample proposals, each accompanied by a cover letter and a support letter.
While the authors say the workbook was developed for people in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, the information it contains could be applied in any setting.
Added: 2010-09-03
4. Writing Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how effectively a person communicates in writing, whether on paper or on a computer screen. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The second section, on personal development, requires the respondent to identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs improvement.
Added: 2010-09-02
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5. Popular Resources: Supporting the Transitioning of Adult Learners with Independence or Employment Goals (2009)
Resource Guide
By: Community Literacy of Ontario (CLO)
This bibliography is designed to help practitioners find resources and make decisions about which available resources best suit their needs. The authors have prepared a brief annotation for each resource listed and have also included web contact and purchase information for each item.
The annotations are grouped into sections according to which Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum (OALC) competency each best reflects: communicate ideas and information; find and use information; use numbers and think in quantitative terms; use technology; self-direct and act autonomously; and engage and work with others.
As well, the authors have listed the essential skills each resource focuses on.
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- Ontario Ministry of Education and Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
Added: 2010-08-31
6. Computer Use Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person uses computers or other electronic equipment. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The second section, on personal development, requires the respondent to identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs improvement.
Added: 2010-08-31
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7. Oral Communication Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person uses speech to share thoughts and information. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The second section, on personal development, requires the respondent to identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs improvement.
Added: 2010-08-31
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8. Community Works Handbook (2008)
Series: Community Works
By: Helen Mildon
This handbook is designed for adult learners who are doing volunteer placements as a means of strengthening their skills and preparing for paid employment.
The author begins with a unit designed to help learners analyse their personal qualities and abilities. Other units deal with workplace safety; charting personal progress during a volunteer placement; time management and other organizational skills; workplace communication; and getting along with others.
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Added: 2010-08-31
9. Working with Others Self-Assessment (2009)
Series: Self-Assessment Tools
By: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.
The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person works independently, with a partner or a team, or in a leadership role. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.
The second section, on personal development, requires the respondent to identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs improvement.
Added: 2010-08-27
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10. Measures of Success - Workplace Literacy & Essential Skills: Background Paper (2010)
By: Maria Salomon
This document provides background information on a three-year project that will test a model for evaluating the long-term impact of workplace literacy and essential skills training. The researchers are working from a New Zealand model and will apply it to 10 sites in Manitoba and Nova Scotia.
The author identifies the project goals and research questions; defines literacy and essential skills in a Canadian context; and discusses current practices in measuring outcomes. The author has also included an extensive bibliography.
The project began in 2009 and is scheduled to be completed in 2012.
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Added: 2010-08-27
