Supporting Enhancements to the NRS: Your Opportunity to Contribute
    Author: Sharon Bonney, Jody Angelone, Laurie Kierstead-Joseph, Anson Green
    Subject Area: Other
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Do you have ideas to make the NRS reporting system for adult education more effective? Share them with the US Department of Education! OCTAE currently has changes to the NRS out for public comment which means they are looking for your suggestions! This webinar will explain what changes are up for consideration, how to contribute, and what others are suggesting. Original webinar date: August 28, 2020 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/IrkkdJAfdG4
    Reading, Reasoning, and the GED® Test
    Author: Susan Pittman
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Are your students proficient and effective readers? Can they analyze and evaluate what they read, or do they struggle with basic comprehension? Do your students struggle with drawing conclusions or making inferences? In this webinar, we will explore reading and reasoning strategies that will help students better understand what they read, whether they are preparing for the GED® test or dealing with real-life reading needs at work or home. Recording link: https://youtu.be/98a9AErkB4k Original Air Date: May 15, 2020
    Author: Vinod Lobo and Drew Robinson
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Learning Upgrade has a plan to help you continue delivering education remotely without direct student contact. With many education providers now required to teach exclusively online, our plan enables you to provide all steps of instruction remotely with students using their smartphones and devices.
    Original Air Date: April 1, 2020
    Census Data For Community Assessment
    Author: Noemi Mendez
    Subject Area: Other
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Learn about the different types of Census data and how to use to understand your community/clientele. Recording link: https://youtu.be/5cnWhH-SCc8 Original Air Date: March 31, 2020
    Inmates Teaching Inmates’ Developing and Enhancing Soft Skills in a Prison Setting
    Author: Susan McKee and Edwin McMillan
    Subject Area: Other, Soft Skills
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Offenders who develop strong soft skills in prison have a better chance at reducing their sentence, having a successful re-entry, and gaining meaningful employment. An effective soft skills program requires careful selection and focus on the needed skills, adaptable resources, different teaching methods, consistent assessment, and specific individualized feedback and encouragement. In a correctional setting, inmate facilitators can help extend soft skills programs outside the classroom. Inmate facilitators can also help correctional educators relate lessons in soft skills to other inmate learners. This webinar will present the evolution of a Pace Life Skills Program at Folsom State Prison (Represa, CA)—a leisure-time activity that has boasted a waiting list of over 200 inmates! Join us to learn about teaching and evaluating soft skills in a correctional setting, including thoughts from Edwin McMillan, a recently-released former Pace Life Skills Facilitator.​
    Partnering Adult Education and Apprenticeship
    Author: Debbie Faubus-Kendrick and Karen Breashears
    Subject Area: Other
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Join us as we discuss the partnership between adult education and apprenticeships. In this presentation, we will demonstrate how having dynamic partnerships will enhance your program. We will explore the techniques needed to implement a successful apprenticeship program and the value it has on your students and community.
    Author: Sharon Bonney and Jody Angelone
    Subject Area: Other
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Join us for the first of two webinars dedicated to preparing you for an epic experience on the Hill on 4/8 talking with legislative staff about the value of Adult Education! This webinar will equip you with the tools that you need to schedule meetings with legislative staff, and ensure you have all the necessary details.
    Policy and Advocacy in Lifelong Learning
    Author: Judy Mortrude, Tracy Teater, Michele Diecuch, and Deborah Kennedy
    Subject Area: Advocacy
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    The ability of adult learners to set and pursue lifelong learning goals is affected by a variety of policy decisions made at the federal, state, and local levels. This panel session will provide information on the ways that policy decisions about voting access, receipt of public benefits, program availability, and census completion can affect access to adult basic education and ESL; adult secondary education and high school equivalency; workforce skills training; postsecondary education; and family and community learning.