The Potential of Measurable Skill Gains: Beyond Pre/Post Testing
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: COVID-19, Distance Learning, WIOA
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    WIOA has introduced five types of Measurable Skill Gain (MSG) that are shared by adult education and our workforce development partners. Come learn how MSG has changed the way some adult educators develop and implement programming. Then spend some time sketching out strategies for expanding the way your learners demonstrate success and unmask the full potential of MSG! Q&A Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11aGHe9qOlLbeR0PGrR9pTN3El8F1XvMHP4jD3haEeM4/edit?usp=sharing Update: Unfortunately, the recording link could not be fixed so there isn't a recording for this webinar. Original Air Date: May 20, 2020
    Seamless: Soft Skills in the Classroom and Beyond
    Author: Susan Roberts
    Subject Area: WIOA
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    The Future Is Here: Rising to Higher Expectations for ESOL Instruction and Student Outcomes
    Author: Sarah Lynn & Federico Salas-Isnardi
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    In order for English language learners to take full advantage of today’s career and educational opportunities, they need to rise to the higher expectations for academic rigor as outlined in the College and Career Readiness Standards, and achieve measurable outcomes as defined by the Workforce Investment Opportunity Act. How can we meet these rising expectations in our general English language classes? By enriching the content we teach, broadening the contexts of English to include workplace and academic communication, scaffolding rigorous tasks, and increasing the range and frequency of higher order thinking skills. Join this webinar to see how the new edition of Future has risen to today’s higher expectations. We will highlight how the new edition’s reading and writing strands scaffold challenging tasks from the start, and how the Future’s new workplace soft-skill strand engages students’ culture skills in collaborative problem-solving tasks.
    Unmasking the Brilliance of Adult Education: Elevating New Mexico from Worst to Best in the Nation
    Author: The C3 Initiative Leadership Team
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    The attached slides show the overview of the C3's Professional Development Initiative for the state of New Mexico Adult Education programs. See the innovative, research based practices used in a blended learning environment to elevate AE programs in our state.   If you are interested in viewing the entire document, please go to: https://tinyurl.com/y2vpcyvb
    Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic: Innovative Approaches to Professional Development
    Author: Catherine Green, Amy Dalsimer
    Subject Area: Career Pathways, IET, WIOA
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, improving adult learners’ ability to attain a job with family-sustaining wages is a high priority. One vehicle to achieve this is Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs set within career pathways. While there are several professional development (PD) resources that introduce IET concepts and program models, many adult educators struggle as they put policy into practice and during the implementation phase. In particular, adult education and literacy instructors and technical skills instructors are challenged to create a single set of learning objectives. Program administrators likewise need guidance in supporting IET teachers effectively. This presentation will highlight recent, innovative approaches of the American Institutes for Research to support IET implementation among AEFLA providers across California. The co-presenters will describe PD strategies used in their implementation clinic and lessons learned. Participants will experience an interactive activity from the clinic and receive additional PD resources.
    Successful Integrated Education and Training Programs for English Language Learners in the Hospitality/Tourism Industry
    Author: Barbara A Kozek
    Subject Area: Career Pathways, IET, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Atlantic Cape Community College has developed three successful IET programs for careers in the Hospitality and Tourism industry. In anticipation of the opening of two new casinos in 2018, Atlantic Cape Community College developed three IET programs for mid to high level English Language Learners; Bilingual Front Desk Representative, Bilingual Blackjack Dealer and Bilingual Roulette Dealer. Successful Front Desk Representative students earned the Certified Guest Service Professional (CGSP®) certification and the Front Desk Representative Certification (CFDA®), through the American Hotel and Lodging Associations Educational institute. Students in the gaming programs received the Certified Guest Service Professional credential as well as the New Jersey Casino Control Commission Gaming License #35. This workshop will discuss how to choose appropriate IETs for your area, working with your local WBD and the development of curriculum. Outcome measures related to WIOA Title II NRS Tables will be discussed.
    Preparing ABE Learners for Postsecondary Success
    Author: Judith A. Alamprese; Nick Bender
    Subject Area: Career Pathways, WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    The Future Is Here: Rising to Higher Expectations for ESOL Instruction and Student Outcomes
    Author: Sarah Lynn; Federico Salas-Isnardi
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    In the last few years, the landscape of adult education has changed dramatically, and the popular Future series has changed too. The new edition upholds Future’s signature integration of English communication skills with robust content and meaningful contexts, as it also embraces the increased rigor of the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) and higher expectations for Workplace Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA) outcomes. In this session the presenter will introduce you to new features of Future 2nd edition including a new content-based reading strand designed to challenge students’ higher order thinking skills and build their general knowledge through multiple readings on the same topic, and a new workplace soft-skill strand which engages students’ communication and culture skills in a collaborative problem-solving task. Come see how Future 2nd Edition has changed with the times. The overview presentation will be followed by a Q & A with Sarah Lynn.