Google COABE Webinar 1 – What is digital literacy, G Suite, and Applied Digital Skills
    Author: Tara Reifsteck
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    1. What is digital literacy, and why is it important? What is G Suite?

    2. What is Applied Digital Skills (Google’s digital literacy curriculum)?

    3. Understanding its format: online, video-based, project-based

    4. Understanding its design: blended learning, in and out of the classroom

    5. Why Signing In is Important: Student and Teacher Dashboards, Student Tracking, Assigning Lessons and Support

    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
    A New TABE and TASC Test for a New Era
    Author: Mike Johnson
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    This webinar provides a first look at the new TABE 11/12 tests. This overview describes the new subtest structure and length, testing time, item types and alignment to NRS EFLs and adult education standards, relevance to high school equivalency tests, and improved Locator. Participants will view the new, greatly improved online testing platform, INSIGHT that both TABE and TASC share. We will provide an overview on the new TASC test forms for 2018, the newest option for high school equivalency testing.
    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.
    Making OER Work for You: An Introductory Guide for Adult Educators
    Author: Christina Ward (Luminary Labs)
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    This presentation is aimed at adult learning educators and administrators interested in exploring open educational resources (OER) for the adult classroom. For those new to OER, we will introduce and explain the benefits of their use in adult education, and provide resource recommendations and advice for how to get started. For the experienced OER user, we will discuss insights from our research and efforts curating and testing OER resources. The insights are drawn from the experiences of educators who hail from 21 states and a variety of classroom types—including community colleges, community centers, correctional facilities, and local education agencies.
    Reboot Your Digital Strategy
    Author: Diana Satin
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    In this training, participants will learn how their program and students can take advantage of national developments in digital literacy and access. In this training, participants will watch demos of helpful resources, websites, and tools to get teachers, tutors, and students “connected.” Participants should bring their own device (BYOD) to get a hands-on experience.
    Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic: Innovative Approaches to Professional Development
    Author: Catherine Green, Amy Dalsimer
    Subject Area: IET
    Program Level: Conference 2019 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    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.
    Reducing Poverty and Building Partnerships between Adult Basic Skills Programs and Community Health Centers, public Libraries, and IMMIGRANT and poverty reduction Advocacy Groups
    Author: David J. Rosen, Alicia Suskin, Kathy Harris, Jen Vanek
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    The Open Door Collective is a national group of adult educators and others committed to reducing poverty and income inequality. We will describe the Open Door Collective's efforts and invite discussion about community partnerships that support adult basic skills, community health, libraries and safety net services advocacy.