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41. Attending to Resistance: An Ethnographic Study of Resistance and Attendance in an Adult Basic Education Classroom (1994)
Authors: Arleen Lyda Pare
Collection: Research Materials
This thesis was submitted to the University of British Columbia for a Master of Arts in the Faculty of Education. It is the result of a study undertaken to explore the relationship between student attendance and student resistance in an Adult Basic Education (ABE) classroom.
Added: 2005-06-14
42. Participatory Literacy Practices (1994)
Having a Voice, Having a Vote
Authors: Patricia Mary Campbell
Collection: Research Materials
This document was a thesis submitted for the degree of Doctor of Education to the Graduate Department of Adult Education, University of Toronto.
The purpose of the research was to study participatory literacy practices in five adult literacy programs situated throughout Alberta.
Added: 2001-08-27
43. Putting the pieces together: Toward a coherent transition system for Canada's labour force (1994)
Authors: Canadian Labour Force Development Board
Collection: Research Materials
Although many studies and reports have addressed transition into employment issues, none has addressed the entire range of issues or proposed any comprehensive models. In this report, we have developed a coherent Canadian model for transition into employment.
The CLFDB consulted with constituencies and governments across the country to find agreement on the model and, more importantly, decided by consensus what changes are needed in Canada to make this model a reality. The concept of employability Transition into employment is a process. Its success depends on a complex set of factors, including characteristics of the labour market as well as those of individuals. The concept of employability captures what is at stake in the transition process.
Added: 2006-04-26
44. Rings, Watches & Me: My Day In A Jewellery Store (1994)
Series: Job Shadow Series of Readers
Authors: Sherrill Jeffery
Collection: Learning Materials
Sherrill Jeffery, adult learner and author, writes about her day in a jewelry store. She attends classes at the Prospect Literacy Association.
Added: 2006-05-23
45. Meeting Anne Murray (1994)
Series: Job Shadow Series of Readers
Authors: Louise Symons
Collection: Learning Materials
Louise Symons, author and adult learner, writes about her first meeting with her favourite singer Anne Murray. Louise is a student at the Prospects Literacy Association.
Added: 2006-05-23
46. Something You Should Know About Me (1994)
Students' Stories for Students
Authors: Rachel Mansfield, Gladys E. Neale
Collection: Learning Materials
This book is a series of essays and stories written by various adult students from Laubach Literacy of Canada. These stories encompass a variety of different subjects but mostly are about the struggles and difficulties of those who have very little reading and writing skills. The stories are used as an encouragement for all persons with difficulties in literacy to unleash their potential and begin the learning process.The book contains creative and entertaining stories directed mostly at adults.These stories are written in clear language and are suitable for adult new readers.
The book is also a tribute for those who tutor the students to thank them for their time, effort and encouragement.
Added: 2009-09-09
47. I Had a Little Trouble on the Way to a Ph.D. (1994)
Women's Education des femmes, Spring 1994 - Vol. 11, No. 1
Authors: Sandra Monteath
Collection: Research Materials
In this article, the author relates the struggles she experienced while working on her Ph.D. in Education.
Added: 2004-07-29
48. Guidelines and Support Materials for the Acquisition of Computer-Based Adult Literacy Systems (1994)
Authors: Secrétariat national à l'alphabétisation (SNA), National Literacy Secretariat (NLS)
Collection: Research Materials
Deciding whether or not to introduce a computer-based system into an adult literacy program elicits many questions. Does the approach used by the technology support the educational goals and philosophy of the unit? What changes occur in classroom practices? What will be the effects on the learners? Is the expense of setting up a computer-based system worth it? If trouble arises, who is there to help?
These guidelines are intended to assist potential purchasers as they consider the acquisition of a computer-based adult literacy system.
This publication is based on a report by Mary L. Crowley, Technology Analyst.
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Added: 2005-02-15
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49. Claiming the Right to Learn (1994)
Adult Basic Education to the Year 2000
Authors: Toronto Board of Education
Collection: Research Materials
In a report published in 1985, the Toronto Board of Education put forward a model of cooperatively provided adult basic education involving the board and community groups.
This document, published in 1994, looks at what had been accomplished since 1985 and sets out a vision of accessible lifelong educational opportunities for adults in Toronto. The ideas outlined in this document were gathered from adult learners, instructors, staff, community literacy workers, and volunteers from across the city in a variety of board-sponsored settings.
Among the initiatives described are strategies for strengthening community outreach; reviewing intake, assessment and referral procedures; obtaining better support services for learners; better integrating students with disabilities; and improving the process of program evaluation.
Added: 2011-03-22
50. Self Esteem and Employment (1994)
Authors: Angela Tessier, Beth Verry
Collection: Learning Materials
This document contains facilitation materials for a workshop aimed at helping women build their self-esteem and, in the process, improve their employment prospects.
The material is organized into four themes: self-esteem and the rule of perfection; assertiveness – finding my own voice; taking responsibility – recognizing my personal freedom; and affirmation of personal growth and future attitude.
For each theme, the authors have provided handouts; descriptions of activities; notes and tips for the instructor; and an estimate of the time required to complete the activities.
Added: 1990-01-01
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