[NIFL-FOBASICS:1465] RE: Success with Distance Education

From: Westover, Michael (mwestover@state.pa.us)
Date: Thu Aug 25 2005 - 16:12:11 EDT


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In Pennsylvania, we have been experimenting with distance learning for about 5 or 6 years.  We spent a few years piloting different methods of delivery.  The best model in PA seems to be blended.  We fund a Distance Learning Project out of Tuscarora Intermediate Unit # 11.  The Project uses Workplace Essential Skills and GED Connections in conjunction with a teacher who is available by phone, email, or mail.  

If you would like more information about the Distance Learning Project in PA, you can contact Destiny Meyers at dmeyers@tiu11.org or Andy Simpson at asimpson@tiu11.org.

As an adult education advisor for the Commonwealth, I have had positive feedback from programs and learners in rural corners of the state about the Project and the service provided by the distance teachers.

Michael Westover 
Regional Advisor 
Bureau of Adult Basic & Literacy Education 
Pennsylvania Department of Education 
333 Market St., 12th Floor 
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333 
Phone:  717-772-2113/ABLE 717-787-6344 
FAX:     717-783-0583 

 

 

 



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