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31. Giving Safety Talks: A guide for the construction sector – Participant Workbook (2012)
Series: Giving Safety Talks
Authors: Alberta Workforce Essential Skills Society (AWES)
Collection: Learning Materials
This document is part of a set of resources designed for staff members who deliver safety training to workers whose first language is not English. This workbook and the accompanying facilitator’s guide can be used to deliver either one or two three-hour train-the-trainer workshops.
A self-directed guide is also available for smaller organizations that may not be able to hire a workshop trainer. Each of the manuals can be used in conjunction with a set of 50 safety posters illustrating various safety topics.
The workbook includes a variety of activities to help participants learn to deliver talks that are clear and concise; deal with disruptions; become more aware of speech quality and body language; understand different learning styles; and bridge cultural gaps.
The resources were prepared by Alberta Workforce Essential Skills (AWES), a nonprofit organization dedicated to building an adaptable and innovative workforce. For more information, visit the AWES website: www.awes.ca.
Funders:
- Alberta Employment and Immigration
Added: 2013-05-06
32. In Our Own Language (2000)
A Language Workbook for Literacy Students
Authors: Pamela Rideout
Collection: Learning Materials
This workbook is divided into a series of “units”: the alphabet, vocabulary, sentences, grammar, capitalization, punctuation, composition, and study skills and composition. Answers are provided at the back of the book.
There are also sections “For the Tutor,” which provides additional information or hints for the tutors.
Added: 2003-06-17
33. Introduction to Computers - Workbook 2011/2012 (2011)
Series: Computer Literacy Workshops and Lesson Plans – CBAL
Authors: Keri Russell, Margaret Sutherland
Collection: Learning Materials
This workbook has been developed for use with the lesson plans contained in “Introduction to Computers,” published by Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL). It contains handouts and activities designed to help adults learn such basic computer skills as preparing and managing documents; formatting tables; checking spelling; and inserting pictures.
The authors have included pictures that identify the parts of a computer and help learners become familiar with Windows.
Activities are based on such common tasks as using the tab key to prepare a schedule; changing the margins on a document; and making a poster for a yard sale.
The document has been licensed under Creative Commons, a non-profit organization that has developed copyright licences that, free of charge, allow creators to specify which rights they reserve and which rights they waive with regard to the use of their work.
Funders:
- New Horizons for Seniors Program, Government of Canada
Added: 2012-09-20
34. Literacy and Policing in Canada - Module 1: Orientation to Literacy Challenges in Canada - Half-day Workshop (2009)
Student Workbook
Series: Literacy and Policing in Canada
Authors: Cheryl Stephens
Collection: Learning Materials
This workbook is part of a project undertaken by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP), with funding from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC), to make police officers more aware of the kinds of problems caused by low literacy both in the community in general and within the criminal justice system in particular.
The workbook includes a questionnaire designed to assess awareness of literacy issues and several fact sheets on such topics as identifying people with low literacy levels and police procedures for dealing with people with poor literacy skills.
Added: 2011-07-22
35. Literacy and Policing in Canada Module 2: Literacy and its Social and Legal Impact on Policing - Full-day Workshop (2009)
Participants' Workbook
Series: Literacy and Policing in Canada
Authors: Cheryl Stephens
Collection: Learning Materials
This workbook is part of a project undertaken by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP), with funding from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC), to make police officers more aware of the kinds of problems caused by low literacy both in the community in general and within the criminal justice system in particular.
The workbook includes a questionnaire designed to assess awareness of literacy issues, along with modules on such topics as the definition of literacy; literacy and policing; the prevalence of low literacy; and how low literacy affects a person’s coping skills.
Added: 2011-07-22
36. Living Math (2002)
Authors: Thomas V.C. Dawe
Collection: Learning Materials
A workbook dealing with basic numeracy skills, having a focus on the practical application of math skills using real life activities. Topics include addition, subtraction, place value, and working with money (small change).
Added: 1994-05-26
37. Making Connections (1997)
Reading/Math Strategies
Authors: Adeline Steinley
Collection: Learning Materials
This resource could be used with students who have a problem in reading comprehension, or problem solving. It will give students a working relationship with a reading/math strategy that can be transferred to other reading necessary for the workplace or other study.
Added: 1997-01-01
38. Plain Language: A guide to clear, effective communication (2010)
Participant workbook
Authors: Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN)
Collection: Learning Materials
The authors of this workbook begin by explaining what plain language is, why it is important, and who benefits from its use. They discuss the ways that plain language can address workplace concerns like safety and communication between coworkers.
The authors provide a set of plain language guidelines summarized in the acronym POWER: Pinpoint your purpose and audience; Outline your document; Write or rewrite; Enhance with design; Read, test and revise.
They also discuss the pros and cons of using readability formulas; explain how to field test a document; and provide a list of other plain language resources.
Added: 2011-05-10
39. Prison Voices Work Book (2007)
Authors: Janet Isserlis
Collection: Learning Materials
The following material is intended to guide and be a resource for those who use the textbook Prison Voices to teach literacy at varying levels primarily within the prison environment.
Added: 2006-05-31
40. Program Planning and Proposal Writing Workbook (N.D.)
Authors: Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN)
Collection: Learning Materials
This workbook is one of the resources for a workshop designed for anyone interested in writing a proposal for a literacy project.
The first section of the workbook focuses on program planning and includes information about developing partnerships; formulating a vision; translating a vision into goals and objectives; and evaluating program results.
In the second section, the authors define a funding proposal; outline the steps for writing a proposal; explain how to evaluate the proposal prior to submission; and offer writing tips.
Added: 2013-06-13
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