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61. Case 7 : Fish Plant Workers Responding to Globalization in North Sydney, Cape Breton (2008)
Series: The Interplay Between Formal and Informal Learning for Low Skilled Workers
Authors: Martin Kennedy
Collection: Research Materials
Because of increased competition, diminishing fish stocks, and a rising Canadian dollar, many fish plants in Atlantic Canada have had to down-size or even close completely in recent years, laying-off hundreds of workers. This case study focuses on employees of the Clearwater Fish Plant in North Sydney, Nova Scotia, who, having been laid-off from their jobs, enrolled in an essential skills enhancement training program in an effort to secure alternate work. In this case study, the author describes the learning paths of these workers, discusses what triggers prompted their engagement in both formal and informal learning strategies, and examines their decision-making processes and actual engagement in such training. The study begins with a short description of the formal training program, which was the catalyst for the learning path of these fish plant workers.
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Added: 2008-02-14
62. Cashier Demonstration - LBS Level 3/4 (2005)
Series: Connecting to Workplaces
Authors: Anne-Marie Kaskens
Collection: Learning Materials
The Cashier Demonstration LBS Level 3 booklet gives learners and instructors information on a career as a cashier.
It includes essential core skills chart, demonstrations, resources and other useful information.
This is one of ten booklets in a series entitled "Connecting to Workplaces". The other careers in the series include:
1- Chambermaid/Housekeeping Cleaner Demonstration LBS Level 3
2- Pet Groomer LBS Levels 3/4
3- Hunting/Fishing or Recreation Guide Demonstration LBS Levels 2/3
4- Laundromat Operator Demonstration LBS Level 4
5- Taxi Driver Demonstration - LBS Level 3
6- Florist Assistant Demonstration LBS Level 3
7- Security Officer LBS Levels 2/3
8- Forestry Worker Demonstration LBS Level 3
9- Nanny/Caregiver Demonstration LBS Levels 2/3
Added: 2006-03-10
63. Cavendish Farms Learning Centre: A Profile (2008)
Authors: Ellyn Lyle
Collection: Research Materials
Cavendish Farms on Prince Edward Island is contributing to the development of an educated and competent workforce. Its Learning Centre in New Annan is proud of its ongoing commitment to improving employee education. Its mandate to provide a learner-centred environment with individualized instruction has remained the central core and helps shape the evolving programs. Although the centre was originally designed to facilitate G.E.D. completion, it has grown remarkably. Now offering adult basic literacy, G.E.D., secondary English, mathematics, biology, history, post-secondary refreshers, computer literacy, creative and professional writing, post-secondary facilitation, and assistance with professional licensing, the Learning Centre continues to listen to employees and rises to the challenge of meeting their unique needs.
Added: 2009-07-22
64. Challenges and solutions (2009)
Fact Sheet 4
Series: CAMA's Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills Fact Sheets
Authors: Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA)
Collection: Research Materials
The CAMA Literacy and Essential Skills in Municipal Workplaces Project has developed a six-part series of fact sheets on workplace literacy and essential skills. The fact sheets are:
1. Myths and facts about workplace literacy and essential skills
2. Why municipal workplaces are involved in literacy and essential skills
3. How municipal workplaces are tackling the issues
4. Challenges and solutions
5. Best practices
6. What will your return on investment be?
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Employees with low literacy and those who lack Essential Skills are less likely to participate in any training program compared to other workers. Although they may want to participate in new programs offered in the workplace, many face big challenges once they decide to improve their Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills.
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Added: 2009-11-18
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65. Chambermaid/Housekeeping Cleaner Demonstration - LBS Level 3 (2005)
Series: Connecting to Workplaces
Authors: Jane Barber
Collection: Learning Materials
The Chambermaid/Housekeeping Cleaner Demonstration LBS Level 3 booklet gives learners and instructors information on a career as a chambermaid/housekeeping cleaner.
It includes essential core skills chart, demonstrations, resources and other useful information.
This is one of ten booklets in a series entitled "Connecting to Workplaces". The other careers in the series include:
1- Security Officer LBS Levels 2/3
2- Pet Groomer LBS Levels 3/4
3- Hunting/Fishing or Recreation Guide Demonstration LBS Levels 2/3
4- Laundromat Operator Demonstration LBS Level 4
5- Taxi Driver Demonstration - LBS Level 3
6- Florist Assistant Demonstration LBS Level 3
7- Cashier Demonstration LBS Level 3
8- Forestry Worker Demonstration LBS Level 3
9 - Nanny/Caregiver Demonstration LBS Levels 2/3
Added: 2006-03-10
66. Common Ground: A How-To Guide for Employers (2010)
Series: Common Ground: English in the Workplace
Authors: Centre for Excellence in Intercultural Education (NorQuest College), Douglas Parsons, Paul Holmes
Collection: Learning Materials
This guide is designed to help employers set up and deliver their own English in the Workplace (EWP) programs. It discusses how differences in language, culture and level of integration into the community can affect workplace safety, productivity and retention rates.
The guide offers a step-by-step process for establishing a EWP training program, beginning with finding a suitable facilitator and forming an advisory team. Other sections deal with carrying out a needs assessment; choosing learning settings; evaluating the program; creating independent learners; and setting goals for full integration.
The guide also discusses tools for increasing awareness and understanding of attitudes and behaviours.
Additional sections outline ways to customize the program for a specific workplace.
Added: 2010-03-24
67. Common Ground: English in the Workplace Training Manual (2010)
Series: Common Ground: English in the Workplace
Authors: Centre for Excellence in Intercultural Education (NorQuest College), Douglas Parsons, Paul Holmes
Collection: Learning Materials
The manual begins by setting out general learning outcomes: understanding Canadian workplace safety policy; practising pronunciation clarity; learning about working in a multicultural organization; and expanding idiomatic and industry-specific vocabulary.
The manual includes ten modules, each dealing with a specific aspect of safety like dealing with hazardous materials, emergency response or personal protective equipment. Each safety issue becomes a conduit to the other general learning outcomes. For example, the module on fire safety deals with sentence stress to practise pronunciation clarity; understanding small talk as an aspect of learning to work in a multicultural organization; and how to make and apology as a way to expand idiomatic vocabulary.
The manual also includes a list of idioms, a glossary and list of recommended readings on intercultural issues.
Added: 2010-03-26
68. Common Ground: Facilitator's Manual (2010)
Series: Common Ground: English in the Workplace
Authors: Centre for Excellence in Intercultural Education (NorQuest College), Douglas Parsons, Paul Holmes
Collection: Learning Materials
This manual is designed to provide both experienced and first-time English in the Workplace Program (EWP) facilitators with a ready-to-use curriculum and training guide that introduces workers from outside Canada to concepts of safety, pronunciation clarity, cultural awareness and other essential workplace skills.
The section specifically aimed at first-time EWP facilitators deals with the skills needed for effective facilitation; establishing a welcoming atmosphere; and providing constructive feedback.
Other sections deal with bridging language and culture; teaching strategies and tools; settings for learning; and adapting coursework to individual needs.
Added: 2010-03-24
69. Communication Essentials: Modular Workshop - Introduction (2009)
Series: Communication Essentials - HRSDC
Authors: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
Collection: Learning Materials
This guide offers facilitators the tools they need to deliver a one-day workshop designed to help learners build and practise their oral communication skills.
Oral communication has four levels of complexity, with one being the most basic level and four the most advanced. The curriculum in this workshop is targeted for learners at Levels 2 and 3. The introduction and conclusion modules of the workshop can be used with both Level 2 and Level 3 audiences with minimal adaptation. The core exercises, however, are specifically targeted to Level 2 or Level 3.
The guide contains step-by-step instructions for preparing for the workshop; a supplies checklist; and a suggested timetable for the workshop.
The workshop curriculum’s modular structure allows facilitators to customize the content to meet the needs of intended learners.
Added: 2012-03-21
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70. Communication Essentials: Modular Workshop Exercises (2009)
Complexity Level 2
Series: Communication Essentials - HRSDC
Authors: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
Collection: Learning Materials
This document contains core exercises for a one-day workshop aimed at helping learners improve their oral communication skills.
The exercises focus on six skills: listening; asking questions; giving instructions; sharing an opinion; saying no; and giving and receiving feedback. There is at least one exercise for each of those skills.
The authors note that it is not necessary to cover all six skill areas in a one-day workshop. Facilitators are encouraged to choose topics and exercises that are most relevant to the abilities, needs and interests of their learners.
Added: 2012-03-13
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