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121. Life Skills Literacy (2001)
A Summary of Task and Skill Ratings and a Bibliography of Resources
Authors: Central Manitoba Literacy Association
Collection: Research Materials
This is a report on a project which focused on the Life Skill Literacy needs of at risk youth 16-18, who have been committed to a young offender institution and who show no evident interest in returning to traditional schooling upon release. The target population of the study was aboriginal youth, largely from remote northern communities where the traditional employment of hunting, trapping and guiding remain prevalent. Some of the target population has personal problems with nonprescription drug use and alcohol abuse. A portion of the target population may exhibit some characteristics and behaviors consistent with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
At the end of the report is a list of teaching resources, including books, computer software and websites, which is grouped by subject area.
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Added: 2004-03-05
122. Lifelong Learning - Quality Adult Learning Opportunities (2005)
Policy Statement on Adult and Lifelong Learning
Authors: Province of New Brunswick
Collection: Research Materials
In order for New Brunswickers to benefit from the Adult and Lifelong Learning stepping stone, the government of NB will work with its partners to achieve the following six objectives:
I. Increase Participation Levels in Adult and Lifelong Learning in New Brunswick
II. Improve Literacy Skills of Adults in New Brunswick
III. Increase Learning and Employment Opportunities Through the Use of Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
IV. Increase Opportunities For New Brunswickers Through Workplace Essential Skills Training and Expanded Certification Services
V. Increase Learning and Training Opportunities for Working Adults
VI. Improve Access to Public Library Services to Support Lifelong Learning
These objectives form the basis of the Lifelong Learning: Quality Adult Learning Opportunities policy statement. Each objective is supported by specific action priorities and targets. By setting targets and measuring performance the government of NB will monitor its progress in achieving these objectives.
Added: 2006-02-21
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123. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Chapleau (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief study written in 2001 that extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors among youth learners with the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project in Chapleau, Ontario. The survey examines a small number of youths ranging in age from 15 to 24 and from varying backgrounds. This report also gives the reader an idea of why these particular youths are in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project as well as anecdotal data and responses.
Added: 2009-08-19
124. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Cochrane (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief survey done in 2001 extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors amongst youth learners in Cochrane, Ontario by the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project. The survey examines a small number of youths ranging from 15-23 from varying backgrounds. This report also gives the reader an idea of why these particular youths are in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy project as well as anecdotal data and responses.
Added: 2009-08-26
125. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Iroquois Falls (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is the report of a survey of six young people, between the ages of 16 and 19, who have left the school system. The author has tabulated information about their backgrounds, living arrangements, employment status, and parental literacy levels.
The author has also included a section of anecdotal data, including the respondents’ reasons for quitting school and their suggestions for making learning more relevant to themselves.
Added: 2009-08-26
126. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Kapuskasing (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief study written in 2001 that extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors among youth learners with the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project in Kapuskasing, Ontario. The survey examines a small number of youths ranging in age from 16 to 19 from varying backgrounds. This report also gives the reader an idea of why these particular youths are in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project as well as anecdotal data and responses.
Added: 2009-08-12
127. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Kirkland Lake (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief study written in 2001 that extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors among youth learners with the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project in Kirkland Lake. The survey examines a 25 year old adult. This report also gives the reader an idea of why this particular person is in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project as well as anecdotal data and responses.
Added: 2009-08-19
128. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Northeastern Ontario (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
The author of this report collected demographic information on a group of 53 young people between the ages of 15 and 26. The respondents had left the formal school system at some point in the past, though some of them had taken or were taking alternative learning or skills upgrading classes.
The author tabulated information about the respondents’ backgrounds, living arrangements, employment status, and parental literacy levels.
The author has also tabulated information about the respondents’ reasons for not participating in educational opportunities.
Added: 2009-11-10
129. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Tri-Towns (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief study written in 2001 that extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors among youth learners with the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project in Tri-Town, Ontario. The survey examines a small number of youths ranging in age from 16 to 17 and from varying backgrounds. This report also gives the reader an idea of why these particular youths are in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project as well as anecdotal data and responses
Added: 2009-08-12
130. Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project - Phase II: Wawa (2001)
Series: Youth Literacy Project
Authors: Kimberly Fournier
Collection: Research Materials
This is a brief study written in 2001 that extracts demographic data sets regarding literacy rates, attitudes and situational factors among youth learners with the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project in Wawa, Ontario. The survey examines a small number of youths ranging in age from 15 to 26 and from varying backgrounds. This report also gives the reader an idea of why these particular youths are in the Listen to Learn Youth Literacy Project as well as anecdotal data and responses.
Added: 2009-08-12
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