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21. Words and Pictures Book (2009)
Authors: Nunavut Literacy Council
Collection: Learning Materials
This beautifully designed and family oriented picture book from the Northwest Territories Literacy Council is enjoyable for both adults and children. The book contains an array of stories that relate to the culture of the north, fairytale adventures, various unusual animals and more. These creative little stories are all tied together with amusing tongue twisters and pleasurable poems. The picture book is very original, easy to read and is appropriate for people of all ages.
Added: 2009-09-11
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22. Myths and facts about Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills (2009)
Fact Sheet 1
Series: CAMA's Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills Fact Sheets
Authors: Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA)
Collection: Research Materials
The CAMA Literacy and Essential Skills in Municipal Workplaces Project has developed a six-part series of fact sheets on workplace literacy and essential skills. The fact sheets are:
1. Myths and facts about workplace literacy and essential skills
2. Why municipal workplaces are involved in literacy and essential skills
3. How municipal workplaces are tackling the issues
4. Challenges and solutions
5. Best practices
6. What will your return on investment be?
About this fact sheet:
There are many myths about Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills. Some are repeated so often that they have become urban legends. This fact sheet helps to debunk some of the myths so that the reader understands the facts instead.
One example: Literacy is the simple ability to read and write. Fact: The International Adult Literacy Survey (IALS, 1996) defines literacy as the ability to understand and use printed information “in daily activities, at home, at work and in the community — to achieve one’s goals, and to develop one’s knowledge and potential.”
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Added: 2009-11-18
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23. Defining Essential Skills (2009)
Authors: Sandra Hennessey
Collection: Learning Materials
Essential Skills, as researched and defined by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC), are the skills needed for work, learning and life. They provide the foundation for learning all other skills and enable people to evolve with their jobs and adapt to workplace change. The research included identification of nine Essential Skills, their definitions and the development of rating scales to measure the complexity levels of these skills when applied to tasks. The Essential Skills Research Project also developed a methodology to document the application of Essential Skills in Canadian occupations. This documentation uses a template known as an Essential Skills Profile.
Essential Skills research and development has focused on workplace applications, with limited focus on other contexts. This focus has led some to think of Essential Skills as connected only to the workplace although the overarching definition identifies these skills as needed for “work, learning and life.”
A review of essential skills definitions used in other jurisdictions was undertaken in this document to determine whether a plain-language, context-free approach to Essential Skills was readily available. A brief overview of the findings from other jurisdictions – international and provincial, followed by further HRSDC and Ontario Skills Passport information – is provided.
Added: 2009-06-24
24. Information Literacy - Finding Information (2009)
Authors: Sandra Hennessey
Collection: Learning Materials
An overview of Information Literacy (IL) is provided to introduce the IL process. A brief overview of the National Occupational Classification (NOC), a system of classifying Canadian occupation is presented, followed by information on Essential Skills (ES) and Essential Skills profiles. These four systems, or structures, were used to find and examine the Essential Skill of Finding Information within the context of Information Literacy in ES profiles of occupations requiring college post-secondary education or apprenticeship training. The occupational areas were determined using previous research documents.
Information Literacy, both as a concept and term, was coined in 1974 by Paul Zurkowski, then president of the Information Industry Association. Originally, the term described the use of library research tools and materials. Over the last 35 years the definition has evolved to include or encompass technology, problem-based learning and thinking skills. The timeline below provides a simple view of some of the major concepts that have impacted on and continue to impact on the concept and definition of Information Literacy.
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- Ontario Ministry of Education and Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
Added: 2009-07-07
25. Ready or Not... Perspectives on Literacy and Essential Skills in this Economic Downturn (2009)
A Canadian Baseline Study
Authors: Janet Murray, Deanna Yerichuk, Nick Murray-Smith
Collection: Research Materials
In March 2009, MCL commissioned Resources for Results, a private research and evaluation firm, to conduct a baseline study to explore the effects of the recent economic downturn on literacy and essential skills programs across Canada.
The Resources for Results research team interviewed 35 people from across Canada who work in some capacity in the literacy and essential skills field. The purpose of the interviews was to explore the implications of the rapidly changing
economic, social and political context for the field of literacy and essential skills.
While there are significant differences in the Canadian economic situation regionally, the interviews revealed some common perceptions and observations about the state of literacy across the country. As can be expected, the general
reaction to the survey was that it is still “too soon to tell” what the full effects of the downturn will be.
Added: 2009-07-03
26. Helping Communities Bloom (2009)
A Family Literacy Resource Guide for British Columbia
Authors: Literacy BC
Collection: Learning Materials
This Family Literacy Resource Guide is intended to provide support and information to the many individuals and groups
involved in family literacy throughout the province of British Columbia.
Some examples of these individuals and groups are: family literacy practitioners, program administrators, school districts, teachers’ organizations, early childhood educators, libraries, colleges, family resource programs, government ministries, funders and evaluators.
This Resource Guide reflects the philosophies, principles and realities of the diversity of family literacy programs in the province and provides useful guidelines for development, delivery and evaluation of programs.
The Family Literacy Resource Guide was, in part, adapted from the BC Framework of Statements and Standards of Best Practices in Family Literacy
Added: 2009-07-07
27. Literacy for Deaf Immigrant Adults: A Symposium for Collaboration and Learning - Final report (2009)
Series: Literacy for Deaf Immigrant Adults
Authors: Sarah Elaine Eaton, Foundational Learning Centre
Collection: Research Materials
Literacy for Deaf Immigrant Adults: A Symposium for Collaboration and Learning was a unique event, the first of its kind in Western Canada. It was inspired by the research project "Effective Techniques and Tools for Immigrant Deaf and Hard of Hearing Adults in Bilingual and Bicultural Literacy Programs" conducted by Bow Valley College instructor Brent Novodvorski.
The conference proceedings as outlined in this document centred around Values, Myths and Perceptions including lack of awareness and information; funding, services and programs; and advocacy, lobbying and education.
The symposium generated significant discussion of issues around literacy for Deaf immigrants. Participants formulated an action plan that both closed the symposium and opened the possibility for work in this area to continue. The evaluations of the day were positive overall, though some participants expressed some concern that sometimes ideas that come out of symposia are not pursued and the potential for future work is lost.
The organizing committee for this symposium has committed to following up with interested individuals to establish an on-going working committee to realize some of the goals established in the action plan.
Added: 2009-07-07
28. Reflections of the Sydney Writing Circle (2009)
Authors: Adult Learning Association of Cape Breton County, Sydney Writing Circle
Collection: Learning Materials
This is a collection of stories and poems written by members of the Sydney Writing Circle, a group that is supported by the Adult Learning Association of Cape Breton County in Nova Scotia. The Sydney Writing Circle continues to flourish. Each Tuesday afternoon members meet to share their writings, to engage in writing activities, and to lend encouragement to each
other.
Added: 2009-07-29
29. Pathways (2009)
Professional Development for Adult Literacy Practitioners
Authors: Literacy Alberta
Collection: Learning Materials
Pathways is a professional development program for adult literacy practitioners. The program was developed by and
with literacy coordinators who value learning in order to do the best job possible, and who value professional recognition for themselves and for literacy programs.
Pathways is a flexible program that includes three cycles with five areas of study: Administration, Involving and Supporting Learners, Involving and Supporting Volunteers, Program Planning and Management, and Community Liaison.
This document outlines several modules offered within each area of study, at Cycles One and
Two. Perspectives: Theory and Practice in Adult Literacies and Perspectives: Creating Environments to Support Holistic Learning are key modules in the Pathways program. They provide a foundation for learning about adult literacies
and are strongly recommended.
Literacy practitioners have the option of earning a certificate in each cycle. This booklet describes each cycle and what you need to do to earn certificates.
Added: 2009-07-29
30. Our Side of the Mountain - 2009 (2009)
A collection of stories, poems and ideas written by adult students of the Adult Learning Association of Cape Breton County
Series: Our Side of the Mountain
Authors: Adult Learning Association of Cape Breton County
Collection: Learning Materials
This is the 10th anniversary edition of Our Side of the Mountain, a collection of stories, poems and ideas. The book is the largest edition ever, with a wonderful range of writing that will entertain, amuse and inspire the reader. All of the pieces were written by students from the classes of the Adult Learning Association of Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia.
The writers of Our Side of the Mountain are lifelong learners themselves and their spirit and hard work shines
through in their writing.
Added: 2009-08-19
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