Breathe Life into Your Social Media Presence
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Has your program’s social media presence flat lined? Unless you have a dedicated social media expert on staff, the responsibility for managing the program’s social media accounts likely falls to someone who already has a full plate. The path to the cyberspace morgue for those accounts may seem inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be. Join the discussion on ways to revitalize your program’s social media presence by adding laughter and personality to your posts. This session will also include techniques for getting staff and students involved in the process, so it doesn’t fall to just one person. Gain fresh and fun ideas to get back on track.
    Empower Students, Families and Communities through a Two-Generation/ Family Literacy Program
    Author: Chris Nelson, Sue Pon, Beth Detwiler
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Program Level: Conference 2018 Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    “It’s bigger than all of us” is how one Adult Education student describes his Family Literacy program. A Two-Generation/Family Literacy program is a powerful model which serves and empowers not only adult students, but also families and communities. Student voices, a teacher, an administrator and former state director will share their experiences in Oakland, California: successes, challenges and lessons learned. Examples of the four-component national Family Literacy model and sample contextualized lessons will inspire and support implementation in your own Adult Education program.
    What’s All the Buzz about Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)?
    Author: Chris Nelson, Sue Pon, Beth Detwiler
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Program Level: Conference 2018 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    A Professional Learning Community (PLC) is more than a community of teachers meeting together to share teaching strategies and materials. Participants will hear about the power of PLCs to improve student learning gains through cycles of collective inquiry.  A teacher, administrator and former state director will share Oakland Adult & Career Education’s PLC journey: successes, challenges, lessons learned and the road ahead.
    Onboarding for Success! Presentation S511
    Author: Jennifer Hall/Kathy Muscat
    Subject Area: Other, Program Management, WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Adult education is a specialized field, unfamiliar to most educators.  Between learning relevant content and understanding the principles of andragogy, ABE instructors can quickly become overwhelmed - leading to poor instruction and/or high turnover.  Join us as we outline a comprehensive process, based upon research and our own experiences and observation, for successfully onboarding instructors into an adult basic education classroom using instructional support, online resources, and instructor mentoring.
    College of Southern Idaho College and Career Readiness Mentoring Handbook
    Author: Jennifer Hall/ Kathy Muscat
    Subject Area: Other, Program Management, WIOA
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    The College of Southern Idaho College and Career Readiness Adult Basic Education program uses this handbook with mentors so that there is a common process to onboard new instructors. Mentors are assigned new instructors (mentees) and engage with the new instructor throughout the instructional year.
    Onboarding for Success! Presentation Resources Session S511
    Author: Jennifer Hall/Kathy Muscat College of Southern Idaho
    Subject Area: Other, Program Management, WIOA
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Here is a list of resources referenced in the Onboarding for Success! presentation, Tuesday, March 28 (Session S511).
    CSI-CCR-ONBOARDING-CHECKLISTS.xlsx
    Author: Jennifer Hall
    Subject Area: Other, Program Management, WIOA
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    The College of Southern Idaho College and Career Readiness Adult Basic Education program uses the checklist with new employees so that there is a common set of protocols followed by all participants. There are two tabs in the attached Excel workbook. One checklist is for instructors; one is for Intake Office Specialists. The checklist can be modified to address the needs of various employees. Mentors are assigned new instructors (mentees) and engage with the new instructor throughout the instructional year.
    Stronger Together:  Effective Advocacy Through Cross Agency Partnerships
    Author: Jill Holloway
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    What is one funding opportunity that you have heard about in your area that might benefit your learners/ clients? Who/How/When will you contact someone to find out how to get involved in planning?