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51. New Brunswick Directory of English-Language Community-Based Literacy Programs (2009)
Series: New Brunswick Directory of English-Language Community-Based Literacy Programs
Authors: Literacy Coalition of New Brunswick (LCNB)
Collection: Research Materials
This directory lists community-based literacy programs for children, families, parents and other adults in New Brunswick. It provides helpful information for those wanting to access literacy programs in their localities, and for educators and others who refer people for literacy education and support. In addition, it will be useful to organizations wanting to build liaisons, and for communities seeking to create more coherent, comprehensive and connected provisions for literacy learning. This directory contains two main sections: a listing of province-wide programs and a listing of programs by county.
Added: 2009-03-26
52. New Brunswick Directory of English-Language Community-Based Literacy Programs - Survey Report (2009)
Series: New Brunswick Directory of English-Language Community-Based Literacy Programs
Authors: Literacy Coalition of New Brunswick (LCNB)
Collection: Research Materials
This report is part of a project that was initiated by the New Brunswick Department of Education. The department provided funding for the Literacy Coalition of New Brunswick to design and conduct a survey of English-language, community-based literacy programs. The purpose of the survey was to help determine areas of greatest need for investment and to inform school districts of the community-based programs within their districts.
The survey aimed to identify the following features of community-based literacy programs and services:
- recipients
- location
- frequency and intensity
- impact (evaluation/research)
- funding information
- gaps in provision and associated difficulties.
This report includes the following sections:
- introduction
- conducting the survey
- limitations of the project
- survey results: distribution of organizations by county; table showing program details by county; summary of program detail by type of organization
- summary
Added: 2009-03-26
53. A Pilot Project in Program Evaluation (1995)
Authors: Marnie Schaetti, Pat Campbell, Candice Jackson, Karen Manweiler, Maureen Sanders
Collection: Learning Materials
A resource detailing a pilot project`s testing of program evaluation tools, with findings and recommendations.
Two evaluation tools were piloted by four Alberta literacy programs, in order to determine their usefulness for community-based programs. The evaluation tools were "The Volunteer Tutor Program Evaluation Kit" by Audrey Thomas (1989) and the "Progress File" by ALBSU. This 50-page document summarizes the pilot project and contains a description of the project set- up, the tools used, the results and recommendations.
This publication can be of use to literacy practitioners and administrators in the preliminary steps of setting up a community-based literacy program. It is available at a cost of $10, through
Prospects Literacy Association
9913-108 Avenue
Edmonton AB T5H 1A2
Tel. (403) 421- 7323
Fax (403) 421-7324.
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Added: 1995-01-01
54. Promoting Family Literacy in PEI (1998)
A Strategic plan for literacy in PEI
Authors: PEI Literacy Alliance
Collection: Learning Materials
A PEI Literacy Alliance publication written in plain language dealing with the promotion of Family Literacy.
In Canada family literacy is community-based. Programs focus on the realities of individual communities and depend largely on local resources. These resources include people's time and commitment as well as funding. There are tremendous resources for family literacy in local communities.
The present document is a strategic plan for family literacy in PEI. It was prepared by the PEI Literacy Alliance, an umbrella organization of provincial groups with an interest in literacy. It is the policy of this organization to prepare all internal and external documents using the principles of plain language. The Alliance believes that material provided in plain language is accessible to most Islanders. This document includes definitions used in Family Literacy; Information on Strategic Planning; Relationship of this project to other projects and initiatives in PEI, etc.
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Added: 1998-01-01
55. A Quick Guide to Community Literacy Needs Assessments (N.D.)
Authors: Connie Jones
Collection: Learning Materials
The author begins by explaining that a community literacy needs assessment is a planning tool that measures the gap between present and desired capacity. Gathering this information is the first step in developing a strong program.
The author offers advice on identifying potential project partners in the community; developing a needs assessment strategy; and deciding how best to collect the information required.
The author notes that a needs assessment is a snapshot of a community at a particular time and communities are constantly in a state of change, so it is important to realize that the process will have to be repeated periodically.
Added: 2011-05-06
56. Reaching-Out Approaches (1989)
Adult Literacy Initiatives For New Brunswick
Collection: Research Materials
The need to encourage more Canadian adults to upgrade their basic literacy skills (reading, writing and mathematics) grows each year. Even though proven teaching methods exist and dollars are available, the central problem remains: how to reach out to recruit and retain those who could benefit from upgrading efforts.
A workshop on April 14 and 15, 1989, brought together 90 teachers, learners, volunteers, labour leaders, representatives of government agencies, and others to identify reaching- out approaches which they had found to be successful. This booklet records these practical and proven methods, in the hope that others will find them useful in the effort to help more New Brunswickers improve their lives by participating in literacy skills/development.
Added: 1990-01-01
57. Ready...Set, Read! (1999)
A Guide to Running Family Literacy Nights
Authors: Patricia Hanki
Collection: Learning Materials
This guide describes a family literacy program developed at Spruceland Elementary School in Prince George, British Columbia. In the program, the students and their families were invited to three evening meetings and organized activities at the school. During these three evenings, activities included a trip to the local public library, sessions with storytellers, and the opportunity to join in a variety of educational games designed to encourage and improve reading skills and reading enjoyment.
The guide contains “how-to” information so other communities can set up their own family literacy nights.
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Added: 2005-07-29
58. Recruitment and Retention of Students and Volunteers (2003)
Series: Community Capacity Building Tool Kit
Authors: Richard Hutchins
Collection: Research Materials
This document is part of the Community Capacity Building Toolkit developed by the Literacy Coalition of New Brunswick.
Recruitment and retention of volunteers and learners are important elements for success in any literacy organization. This document deals with a number of the key factors that should be considered in developing and maintaining a strong community-based organizational strategy.
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Added: 2003-01-01
59. Report Card (2006)
Authors: Atlantic Provinces Economic Council
Collection: Research Materials
The document "Report Card", published by the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council, is an overview of the IALSS, released in 2005.
The main themes of the document are:
- Labour Market Outcomes
- Industry Sectors
- Incidence of Low Proficiency
Added: 2006-05-09
60. Report on Literacy in Annapolis County (2002)
Authors: Annapolis County Learning Network
Collection: Research Materials
The purpose of this project was to conduct research and collect data pertaining to literacy issues affecting the residents of Annapolis County. The overall scope of the project targeted: sourcing literacy documentation; locating and documenting literacy programs currently available in Annapolis County; identifying gaps in services and supports for current learners, and; exposing barriers preventing greater participation in literacy programs.
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Added: 2005-10-11
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