Service Sector Workers & the Need for Adult Education: Findings from PIAAC and the Implications for Educators
    Author: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, Katie Herz, B. Jasmine park, Keren hendel
    Subject Area: Reading, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2018 Materials
    Material Type: Assessment
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Available 24/7, Education and Skills Online (ES&O), is an assessment tool based on the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) that provides comprehensive information on cognitive skills of literacy, numeracy, and digital problem solving, as well as background information on your learners/clients. ES&O is designed to help practitioners and administrators in both educational and workplace settings assess skills of individuals. The tool can be used to determine placement for individuals in courses or placement at any point along a career pathway. It can also be used to evaluate classes, programs, or any other group of respondents. Learn how ES&O has been implemented in small and large organizations.
    Student Services: Parallel Necessities for Transition Success
    Author: Kathryn Balesteri, Megan Sambolt, Chad Duhon, Becky Smerdon, Joseph Harris
    Subject Area: Career Pathways
    Program Level: Adult ESOL/ESL, College & Career Readiness, Conference 2016 Materials
    Material Type: Assessment, Lesson Plan, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    FUHSD Adult School in California has an explicit focus on Academic Readiness. Specifically, we define Academic Readiness as: The ability to be successful in the current and next learning venue which includes developing self-advocacy, taking responsibility for educational goals and communicating effectively. Learn how our ABE and ASE induction system and orientation begins with academic readiness training (SOAR) prior to students stepping foot in a classroom. Find out how we moved from very little student support to an abundance of student support that includes academic counseling, student case management, goal setting and self-assessment activities, flexible scheduling, built-in supports such as tutoring and a Learning Resource Center, academic field trips, book clubs and more. Further, get insight into how we have run staff development for classified, teaching, and administrative staff to unify our efforts around providing excellent and consistent student services. ATTACHMENTS: COABE 2016 F CCR and Success Organizer paper may 2014 copy CCRS Wheel copy
    Gaining Perspective on Adult Learner Leadership
    Author: By Margaret Becker Patterson, PhD
    Subject Area: Research
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Assessment
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    A  preliminary first-year summary of the Adult Learner Leadership in Education Services (ALLIES) evaluation study undertaken by VALUEUSA is attached, as presented at COABE 2015. So far nearly 300 adult learners in six states have participated in this experimental study on the effects of student  involvement as leaders in adult education programs.  VALUEUSA's  two-year study is funded by Dollar General Literacy Foundation in partnership with Research Allies for Lifelong Learning. ATTACHMENTS: ALLIES Preliminary Summary March 2015 Final
    COABE 2015 Workshop Presentation: Integrating Formative Assessment Learning Activities Into Practice
    Author: Vicki Sheri Towne
    Subject Area: Research
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Assessment
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    This professional development workshop focused on how to include formative assessment techniques into regular learning activities. Participants experienced formative classroom assessments techniques (CATs) and learned how to integrate these techniques in their practice. Participants created a CAT adapted for their learning event and a plan to administer, document, and share the results as action research. ATTACHMENTS: COABE 2015 Presentation Workshop Integrating formative assessment learning activities into practice