Unmasking the Brilliance of Adult Education: Elevating New Mexico from Worst to Best in the Nation
    Author: The C3 Initiative Leadership Team
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    New Mexico ranks among the worst in the nation in educational attainment, poverty, violence, substance abuse, and suicide. With the advent of the WIOA legislation, a group of New Mexico adult education (AE) practitioners rallied to the call of building career pathways out of poverty and launched a radically innovative professional development initiative for elevating New Mexico to stand among our nation's top performers. Our C3 Initiative develops AE programs from "the inside out" to build Collaborations, Competency-Based Education, and Career Pathways programming. Design components include a three-year program commitment, a decision maker with two teachers from each program working for integrated change, program accountability with deliverables and increased responsibility, and the creation of a statewide professional learning community with a 33-week research-to-practice online curriculum. Our session shares knowledge and tools for supporting adult educators to unmask our brilliance and become leaders in the national career pathways movement. A pdf of the presentation has been uploaded for sharing. The Google Slides can be viewed by going to the link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ADlPv49Phieh1ZTD67Hkxd1klzJugmccE9raOCYIIl4/edit?usp=sharing.
    Perkins V Planning
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: Career Pathways, Other, 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:

    The nation has a new Perkins Career and Technical Education (CTE) law. Did you know that Adult Education leaders have important roles to play in Perkins V CTE implementation? Come and learn about them and unmask your collaboration potential! The session will include a presentation of Perkins V opportunities and an expert panel of national and state Adult Education leaders with CTE experience. Adult Education/CTE/WIOA policy collaboration is important to facilitate joint state Perkins/WIOA planning, braiding funding streams to best serve low-income students, and opportunities to promote co-enrollment and Integrated Education and Training (IET).
    Census 2020 COABE 2019
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: Advocacy, 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:

    Every ten years, the US conducts a census which impacts the resources and representation your community receives in the years ahead. Come learn about current controversies around a census question and census delivery, planning underway, and how you can prepare yourself and your learners to be involved.
    Measurable Skill Gain COABE 2019
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    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 unmasking the full potential of MSG!
    Empower Students, Families and Communities through a Two Generation/Family Literacy Program
    Author: Chris Nelson, Kim Jones, Suzanne Ludlum
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    “It’s bigger than all of us” is how one Adult Education student describes his Family Literacy program. A Two-Generation/Family Literacy program is a powerful model which serves and empowers not only adult students, but also families and communities. Student voices, an NCFL award winning teacher, an administrator and former state director will share their experiences in Oakland, California: successes, challenges and lessons learned. Examples of the four-component national Family Literacy model and sample contextualized lessons will inspire and support implementation in your own Adult Education program.
    Integrated Education and Training:  Planning from A to Z
    Author: Carol Clymer, Ed.D.
    Subject Area: IET, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    ❖Review a process for planning and implementing an IET. ❖Explore tools for developing IET components. ❖Discuss strategies for building partnerships to successfully deliver an IET. ❖Outline tips for addressing challenges including dealing with systems issues.
    ET Planning for Integrated Education and Training, a Career Pathways Strategy
    Author: Carol Clymer, Ed.D., KayLynn Hamilton
    Subject Area: IET, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    ❖Review basic approaches and strategies used in IETs. ❖Explore a process for developing contextualized ESL or basic skills lessons for the IET. ❖Examine the essential ingredients for building partnerships to support IETs. ❖Discuss how the IET fits into a career pathway strategy. ❖Review a framework for identifying workplace skills and including workforce preparation in the IET.
    Creative Approaches for Incorporating Career Awareness in Language Arts Instruction
    Author: Irina Cline
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    In the age of WIOA, Language Arts classroom is a place where reading, writing, test preparation, technology skills and career awareness peacefully coexist on a solid foundation of the Illinois Content Standards. This presentation focuses on providing creative strategies for seamless incorporation of career awareness in reading, writing, speaking and listening activities, as well as research projects and group assignments.