Browse by subject "Training/Workshops"
51. Bridging the Employment Gap for Learners with Low Literacy Levels (2008)
Series: Bridging the Employment Gap
Authors: Simcoe/Muskoka Literacy Network (SMLN)
Collection: Learning Materials
This document is a presentation that gives literacy practitioners an introduction to the Bridging the Employment Gap program developed by the Simcoe/Muskoka Literacy Network (SMLN) in Ontario.
The program consists of a series of occupational-related curricula, designed to help learners upgrade their literacy, numeracy and other essential skills within the context of an entry-level occupation. There are six manuals in the series: Clerical, Grounds Maintenance, Janitorial, Kitchen Help, Retail, and Ready for Work.
The slideshow explains how to use the components of the program to help learners prepare for employment. It also includes information about Essential Skills, the National Occupation Classification (NOC), and the Ontario Skills Passport.
Added: 2011-08-30
52. Building a Strong Foundation (2008)
Working Together for Lifelong Language & Literacy Development
Authors: Nunavut Literacy Council
Collection: Research Materials
This resource is a transcript of the Nunavut Literacy Council's Qikiqtani regional workshop on literacy that was held February 27 - 29, 2008. The workshop proceedings have been organized into the following sections:
- What does literacy mean in your life?
- What has to change so we can develop strong bilingual & biliterate communities in Nunavut?
- Communication strategy
- How have changes in the language situation affected you, your family and your community?
- Language and literacy goals at work
- Evaluations
- Panel discussions
- Evaluation of the Nunavut Literacy Council resources
Added: 2009-02-10
53. Building Bridges: Laubach Small Group Manual (2002)
Authors: Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO)
Collection: Learning Materials
Laubach literacy programs have traditionally provided one-to-one tutoring. This document, prepared by Laubach Literacy Ontario (LLO), describes how small-group instruction can be incorporated into a program without undermining the Laubach philosophy.
The authors discuss the benefits of working with small groups; outline factors that should be considered; and provide instructions for running a small group.
They have also included three instruction modules suitable for use with a small group and a section of resource material for training tutors to work with small groups.
Added: 2011-10-25
54. Building Our Capacity: A Workplace Literacy Coordination Model (2001)
Authors: Laura Marges, Jane Tuer
Collection: Learning Materials
This report is the result of a project that created a model to help literacy providers and networks set up their own process for coordinating workplace education services within their regions.
The report is divided into seven sections: workplace planning process; marketing; evaluation of process; field testing; recommendations, challenges and accomplishments; financial requirements; and resources and bibliography.
There are also appendices containing questions used for carrying out organization needs assessments; marketing materials; sample proposals and contracts for workplace training; and handouts used for practitioner training.
The authors note that literacy providers can use the manual in whole or use the sections most relevant to their particular needs.
Added: 2012-11-02
55. Business Results Through Essential Skills and Literacy Guidebook (2008)
Authors: Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) - Ontario Division
Collection: Research Materials
This guidebook is aimed at employers who are looking at the skills of their workforce and considering investing in improving those skills.
The authors explain what literacy and essential skills mean; how deficiencies in those areas can affect productivity; and how Canadian workplace currently rate.
The authors provide guidelines to help organizations identify current skill levels and decide what improvements are needed. They also offer advice for developing action plans that encourage employees to improve their essential skill levels in ways that also improve business results.
There are appendices explaining the International Adult Literacy Survey (IALS) and offering links to a variety of guides, toolkits and other sources of help.
Added: 2010-02-03
56. Can Massive Injections of Adult Literacy Education Improve Children's Reading Skills? (2006)
Authors: Thomas G. Sticht
Collection: Research Materials
In this article, the author discusses the data released in the 2005 National Center for Education Statistics showing 30 years of National Assessment of Educational progress.
The author suggests that it is time to acknowledge adult literacy to improve children's reading skills.
Added: 2006-02-08
57. Canadian English: Not Just a Hybrid of British and American English (1998)
Authors: Sarah Elaine Eaton
Collection: Research Materials
This paper was presented at a workshop on teaching English as a foreign language, held at the Universidad de Holguin in Cuba in 1998. In it, the author grapples with the idea of Canadian English as something more than a simple mixture of British and American usages.
The author includes a summary of the cultural differences found in different regions of Canada; identifies several distinct characteristics of Canadian speech; and concludes with a number of answers to the question of just what a Canadian is.
Added: 2011-12-09
58. Case 4 : The Interconnectedness of Formal and Informal Training (2008)
Series: The Interplay Between Formal and Informal Learning for Low Skilled Workers
Authors: Deirdre Kazi
Collection: Research Materials
This case study involves nine employees at a High Liner Foods frozen seafood processing plant in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, who participated in an advanced communication program offered at the workplace. The data for this study comes from these workers as well as adult education instructors who shared their thoughts, experiences and observations about learning. In her study, the author examines the interplay between informal and formal training and the association between organizational support for learning and employee participation in both formal and informal workplace learning. She also discusses workers' decisions to participate in training, the benefits of training, informal learning behaviours and attitudes towards lifelong learning.
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Added: 2008-02-14
59. Case 5 : How Formal and Informal Training Complement Lifelong Learning for Professional and Personal Growth (2008)
Series: The Interplay Between Formal and Informal Learning for Low Skilled Workers
Authors: Sara Gill
Collection: Research Materials
This case study focuses on employees of the Dofasco steel plant located in Hamilton, Ontario. Dofasco has created and fostered a learning culture by providing some of the most progressive training programs in the industry, such as the Dofasco Essential Skills Program, which offers learning opportunities for employees in the areas of reading, writing, computers, and other essential skills. Participants in this study were selected because of their commitment to continuous learning offered through the formal training courses of the Essential Skills Program. All of these same participants also learned informally at the workplace through various methods. In this study, the author examines the strong link between the formal training these employees received at work and their commitment to lifelong learning outside of the classroom.
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Added: 2008-02-14
60. Case 6 : The Synergy of Formal and Informal Training in the Workplace (2008)
Series: The Interplay Between Formal and Informal Learning for Low Skilled Workers
Authors: Valerie Unwin
Collection: Research Materials
This case study looks at the workplace learning programs available at Palliser Furniture Ltd, the largest furniture manufacturer in Canada, with over 1200 workers worldwide. For this study, the author focuses on programs the company offers in basic computer skills, manufacturing and leadership, and high school upgrading in English and math. Both learners and instructors were interviewed regarding their experiences, and the data collected helped the author identify the formal and informal learning paths of the workers. This study has been broken down into the following sections:
- the learning trend at Palliser
- factors related to training and learning
- learning triggers
- making decisions about workplace learning
- recognizing the training path
- opportunities for learning and engagement in the company
- types of learning
- synergy between formal and informal learning
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Added: 2008-02-14
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