Making Connections between Research and Practice – Presentation from March 15, 2017 Webinar
    Author: Alisa Beltzer and Margaret Patterson
    Subject Area: Research
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Purpose: To follow-up on “Research to Practice Connections” (COABE Journal, Winter 2016, available on COABE website) To promote practitioner use of research Locating research Evaluating research Using research To engage more practitioners in a conversation about strengthening connections between research and practice that was begun at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) 2016 and at COABE 2016 meetings which will be continued as a special session at the COABE Conference, 2017
    Ensuring Immigrants’ Access to  WIOA Services: Data and Advocacy Tools for Adult Educators – Presentation for February 21, 2017 Webinar
    Author: Margie McHugh
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
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    Blended Learning for the Adult Education Classroom – Presentation & Handout from January 13, 2017 Webinar
    Author: David Rosen
    Subject Area: Blended Learning
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Define blended learning. Describe advantages of blended learning to students, teachers, and programs. Describe how to access inexpensive computers and broadband Internet in the classroom or for home use. Describe how adult education teachers and learners use blended learning, the range of models. Survey students’ technology skills and their access to portable digital devices
    Planning for Successful Workplace Education Partnerships
    Author: Kathleen O’Connell, Luanne Teller
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the need for basic skills and ESOL training and why the workplace can help to meet those needs. 2.Describe the Massachusetts model for workplace education, the two difference phases, and why each is important. 3.Summarize the role of the Planning and Evaluation Team and why it benefits the program. 4.Describe the kinds of benefits for the employer and the employees that can be learned from evaluating the effectiveness of the program.
    Reading, Writing, and Relationship Webinar Handouts
    Author: Carrie Stell
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Recommended Read-Aloud
    Selections, Writing Prompts, and Additional Activities
    It Begins With Orientation – College Integration Pathways for English Language Learners
    Author: Ronetta Urton
    Subject Area: WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Ability to Benefit: Connecting WIOA & Student Financial Aid to Educate Low-Skilled Students
    Author: Lauren Walizer & Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: Other
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    What is ability to benefit and why does it matter? How it can be used in coordination with efforts to implement WIOA Examples in the adult ed space that are applicable to ATB Issues hampering development of career pathways that accept ATB
    Preparing Yourselves and Your Adult Students for Success in WIOA: Teaching Best Career Practices with WorkWise!
    Author: Cynthia Campbell
    Subject Area: WIOA
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    An overarching principle of WIOA is that various agencies will collaborate to meet the needs of adults seeking employment, job skills training, basic skills education, High School Equivalency exam preparation, and other services. The ultimate aim is for adults to become part of the workforce. The goal is for people to obtain the services they need in a seamless, not disjointed, process. For example, a worker at an American Job Center should be able to connect a learner with an adult education program, with a minimum of testing and duplication of intake.