California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project

This 60-minute webinar will provide guidance and support to California adult education administrators and leaders on IET and IELCE policy, planning and practice. The webinar will feature: Dr. Carolyn Zachry and Dr. Cory Rayala from CDE will introduce todays session and provide CDE policy updatesCALPRO IET Subject Matter Experts Amy Dalsimer and Sudie Whalen will discuss IET Integrated Syllabus, instruction and program based assessment.  Date/Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 PM Registration information coming soon!

In today's world, media literacy is an essential skill for adults to participate in academic, professional, and community activities. This webinar will explore the importance of media literacy in adult education, providing practical tools and strategies to help learners critically evaluate media sources, understand the impact of media on society, and navigate the digital landscape with confidence. Participants will gain insights into fostering critical thinking and media analysis skills among adult learners, empowering them to become informed and engaged community members.

This 60-minute webinar will provide guidance and support to California adult education administrators and leaders on IET and IELCE policy, planning and practice. The webinar will feature:Dr. Carolyn Zachry and Dr. Cory Rayala from CDE will introduce todays session and provide CDE policy updates.CALPRO IET Subject Matter Experts Amy Dalsimer and Sudie Whalen will discuss IET Integrated Syllabus, instruction and program based assessment.  Lori Howard from CASAS will discuss how the new CDE IET Policy is reflected in the IELCE report and Plan.Date/Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

This brief explores the Integrated Education and Training (IET) model in California. It includes the definition, required components, models, and the process and strategies for program development and implementation. The brief also provides the policy guidelines from the California Department of Education and examples from CA adult education programs. It showcases how IET can prepare adult learners for careers in emerging and evolving industries to respond to California's changing demographics and labor market needs.Authors:Sachiko Ozaki Oates; Sudie Whalen; Cory Rayala; Margie Moriarty; Juan Anzaldo; Maximiliano (Max) Rosas; Margo Sterling; Lana Fong; Sara Garcia-Salgado; and Mariann Fedele-McLeod

This 60-minute webinar will provide guidance and support to California adult education administrators and leaders on IET and IELCE policy, planning and practice. The webinar will feature:Dr. Carolyn Zachry and Dr. Cory Rayala from CDE introduce the session and provide CDE policy updates.CALPRO IET Subject Matter Experts Amy Dalsimer and Sudie Whalen discuss IET Integrated Syllabus, instruction and program based assessment.  Lori Howard from CASAS discusses how the new CDE IET Policy is reflected in the IELCE report and Plan.

Apply now for CALPRO's Fall 2025 Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic. IET Clinic is designed for program staff who seek more support in meeting the IET implementation challenges they face and are interested in learning from other IET practitioners. Clinic overview:Each participating agency team includes three members: an IET program administrator, an English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor, and a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructor.The innovative format of this fully online clinic includes the following elements:Two day-long virtual training sessionsThree live, interactive webinars (75–90 minutes each), with topics tailored to the needs and interests of the participating teamsOngoing discussions in an online community of practice Team capstone projectCoaching (following completion of the clinic)Link to application and additional details:CALPRO Application: Online Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic, Fall 2025To apply, each member of the agency team must complete the application by September 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.  Notifications of acceptance will occur by October 3, 2025. [Please note that each member of your three-person agency team is required to submit an application.]Clinic topics:Topics will be tailored to the needs of the participating practitioners and identified through the application process. Sample topics includeStarting Strong: Developing the Team-Teaching PartnershipBuilding an Integrated SyllabusPromising Intake & Onboarding Strategies for IETand moreEligibility to apply:Membership and participation are free of charge and open to all California adult education funded programs. Preference will be given to IET program team staff working in an Integrated EL Civics IET program that is funded through Section 243 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (WIOA, Title II: AEFLA) grant. Not sure if you’re eligible? Let CALPRO help—email calpro@air.org or call 1-916-286-8803.Key dates:September 26, 2025 — Applications due; each member of your team must submit a separate application; access the application hereOctober 8, 2025, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 1: Kickoff and orientation sessionOctober 24, 2025, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 1November 12, 2025, 1–2:30 p.m. — Webinar 2December 3, 2025, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 3January 16, 2026, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 2Contact information:Contact CALPRO at calpro@air.org or (916) 286-8803.

This worksheet is designed to support students in Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs, but it is also suitable for use with all adult education learners during orientation. It helps students identify potential obstacles to educational success and document both personal support systems and wraparound services available through the program or its partners.