Career Pathways for High-Demand Sectors
    Author: Susan Sheehan, Laureen Atkins
    Subject Area: IET
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    WIOA key themes include career pathways, sector partnerships, and stronger connections between adult education and workforce. Our panel discusses these key themes through an initiative that is focused on individuals with low-literacy to engage in training and employment opportunities in high demand sectors of healthcare, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and IT. There are 200,000 adults in Cleveland, Ohio, that have reading and math levels below 8th grade. They are excluded from enrolling in occupational training due to their low literacy levels. Many become disengaged because they are embarrassed or discouraged by attending traditional adult education classes. This issue led a group of adult education, workforce development, employers, and occupational training professionals to look for solutions to give more adults access to high demand employment and training opportunities. Contextualized curriculum was developed based on demand sector training programs and employment opportunities. The training programs were designed based on employers’ needs and hiring requirements. The panel will discuss the process, development, implementation, and piloting of the integrated education and training model.
    Customer Service Clerk at Hannaford Supermarket__An introductory-level job that could lead to future advancement
    Author: Lucille Stott
    Material Type: Lesson Plan
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    This extensive lesson plan is accompanied by a course outline for an additional 11  units. The unit explores introductory-level jobs that can lead to future advancement. The starting position presented in the first lesson plan is Customer Service Clerk at a Supermarket. The job description is presented and reviewed by Learners, accompanying vocabulary assists in their understanding of the job and the expectations for the worker. Practice dialogues, role plays, application and interview exercises are also suggested as additional activities. Twenty-six (26) "cue" statements are provided to assist the Learner in understanding the new vocabulary along with a Customer Service Job Description from Hannaford Supermarkets who assisted the author in researching  this lesson plan. Twelve (12) potential interview questions are also listed that can be used with the Learners in preparation for a supermarket interview.   ATTACHMENTS: STOTT LV ESoL LessonPln
    Filling in the WIOA Gap: an ESL/ABE LiveBinder with FREE Career, Civics, and Workforce Preparation Curriculum for the WIOA Classroom
    Author: Tonya Creamer
    Subject Area: IET, WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    How will WIOA work its way into your ESL or ABE classroom? This LiveBinder was created to assist with the development of career pathways and the integration of civics and workforce development instruction into ESL and lower-level ABE classrooms. The vetted and FREE resources (which also include health, financial and digital literacy units and lessons) are labeled with descriptions, guidance for the current ESL Educational Functioning Levels, and a rating system so users can quickly direct their attention to material that best meets their needs. http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=1533439 or http://tinyurl.com/ESLlivebinder ATTACHMENTS: ESL IET ESL IET COABE
    Illinois Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System: Creating a New Culture
    Author: Bevan Gibson, Sarah Goldammer
    Subject Area: Career Pathways, IET, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2015 Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Illinois enhances transitioning with a focus on integrating career and technical education with adult education. Learn about the Illinois Transitions Academy as we scale-up and sustain the Accelerating Opportunity initiative through ICAPS (Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System). The Academy assists colleges and partnerships with programs related to ICAPS/AO, Bridge, and Programs of Study. ATTACHMENTS: COABE 2015 presentationfinal1
    Integrated Education & Training: A Service Model for Adult Education Across the Spectrum – Presentation from August 25, 2017 Webinar
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: IET, WIOA
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    Integrated Education and Training
    Author: William S. Durden
    Subject Area: IET, Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Workforce Readiness
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Integrated Education and Training A service approach that provides adult education and training concurrently and contextually with workforce preparation activities and workforce training for a specific occupation or occupational cluster for the purpose of educational and career advancement.
    How do we do Integrated Education and Training?
    Author: Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: IET
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Lesson Plan
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Review LARAEC Integrated Education & Training (IET) programs Create courses with integrated outcomes Understand IET instructor characteristics & strategies for integration See IET as a catalyst for larger program change Build career pathway programs & a career pathway system Meet WIOA alignment requirements & opportunities
    Educate & Elevate Webinar: Adult Education State Association Presidents and State Directors: Mobilizing your State for Educate & Elevate
    Subject Area: IET
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Integrated Education & Training (IET) is a promising practice based in adult learning theory. Through IET programs, adults seek goal-oriented, relevant, practical knowledge. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA) codified an IET definition, and the July 2016 final regulations provide both assurance and incentives for adult educators to design and implement IET which, when paired with a sector focus and support services (+S), rounds out a powerful career pathway model: IET+S. Review the IET definition and guidance and explore a few of the many adult education programs that have discovered the power of IET and, through a variety of partnerships, have implemented the IET strategy to serve people across the educational functioning level spectrum. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3oiFPAXTC8