Collaborative Curriculum Alignment
This training outlines the process of curriculum alignment to help adult learners successfully transition within adult education programs and from adult education to post-secondary environments.
Developing Basic Skills Curriculum for an IET: A Guide for the Pathways to Employment Program
Authors: Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy (ISAL), The Pennsylvania State University Central Pennsylvania Workforce Development Corporation (CPWDC), North Central Workforce Development Board (NCWDB), Southern Alleghenies Workforce Development Board (SAWDB), and Pennsylvania College of Technology Produced by The Pathways to Employment initiative funded through the U.S. Department of Labor's 2015 Sector Partnership National Dislocated Worker Grant program, and supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, February 2017.This guide was prepared by the Pathways to Employment Initiative of the Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy at The Pennsylvania State University, and three Pennsylvania Workforce Development Boards in partnership with local IET training providers (2017, February) to engage stakeholders in curricular collaboration. IET programs in IL, KS, KY, OH, PA, VA, WA and WI are highlighted including descriptions of their course offerings, objectives and partners. This resource focuses on addressing basic skills, rather than occupational skills to help students as they move along their career pathway.The resource is divided into six sections and provides highlighted program snapshots, lesson planning and program design considerations as well as questions and worksheets to foster discussion. Additional resources are also included with direct links to the aforementioned programs. Agencies and their partners can use the guide and ready-to-use tools as they collaborate in the planning and implementation of new or existing IET programs.
Evidence-Based Writing Instruction in the ESL Classroom
This COP is focused on writing instruction for intermediate and advanced-level English as a second language (ESL) students. The information provided in this training is intended to guide teachers of these adult learning communities to prepare and deliver instruction, including appropriate instructional supports that promote student achievement.
The ESL Writing Process: Practice, Polish, Publish
Presenter: J. Adelson-Goldstein, CALPRO Facilitator
In this session, participants looked at the research supporting the use of the writing process in second language writing instruction, in order to explore activities and tasks that guide learners through that process. The webinar focused on the pre-writing tasks to help learners delve into the writing topic and organize their thinking; writing models and prompts that are meaningful for adults; and editing exercises and instructor feedback that help learners polish their work. Ways to celebrate successful learning outcomes through publishing learners work were also addressed.
Evidence-Based Writing Instruction
This community of practice helps participants improve their writing instruction for their adult students by applying research-based instructional techniques. This hands-on workshop is intended to guide teachers to prepare and deliver instruction, including appropriate instructional supports that promote student achievement.Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is hosted by the San Joaquin Adult Education Consortium. Participants from neighboring districts or regions may be admitted on a space-available basis. There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.
Unlocking Literacy: Reading and Writing Strategies for Adult Learners
Effective reading and writing skills are fundamental to personal and professional success. This webinar will focus on effective strategies for teaching reading and writing to adult learners. Participants will explore evidence-based practices, engaging instructional techniques, and resources that can be used to enhance literacy skills. The session will cover approaches to address diverse learning needs, promote lifelong learning, and support adults in achieving their literacy goals.
CALPRO Research Forum: Unlocking Literacy: Reading and Writing Strategies for Adult Learners
Effective reading and writing skills are fundamental to personal and professional success. This webinar focuses on effective strategies for teaching reading and writing to adult learners. Participants explore evidence-based practices, engaging instructional techniques, and resources that can be used to enhance literacy skills. The session covers approaches to address diverse learning needs, promote lifelong learning, and support adults in achieving their literacy goals.Session date: April 8, 2025Facilitator: Kristi Reyes