Return-Path: <nifl-technology@literacy.nifl.gov> Received: from literacy (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by literacy.nifl.gov (8.9.0.Beta5/8.9.0.Beta5/980425bjb) with SMTP id KAA06162; Thu, 31 Dec 1998 10:39:37 -0500 (EST) Date: Thu, 31 Dec 1998 10:39:37 -0500 (EST) Message-Id: <Pine.SGI.3.95.981231103431.1751C-100000@world.std.com> Errors-To: lmann@literacy.nifl.gov Reply-To: nifl-technology@literacy.nifl.gov Originator: nifl-technology@literacy.nifl.gov Sender: nifl-technology@literacy.nifl.gov Precedence: bulk From: David J Rosen <DJRosen@world.std.com> To: Multiple recipients of list <nifl-technology@literacy.nifl.gov> Subject: [NIFL-TECHNOLOGY:500] Technology and Adult Learning Public Policy X-Listprocessor-Version: 6.0c -- ListProcessor by Anastasios Kotsikonas Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII NIFL-Technology Colleagues, There is a discussion on adult literacy and technology public policy now taking place on the NLA electronic list. To participate, join the NLA list by sending an email message to: majordomo@@world.std.com Skip the messagew header and in the body type (only): subscribe nla You'll be asked to send a second message confirming your email address. Then you'll receive the NLA welcome message. Save this message in case you wish to unsubscribe in the future. David Rosen ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: David J Rosen <DJRosen@world.std.com> To: nla@world.std.com Subject: NLA Discussion: Technology and Adult Learning Public Policy NLA Colleagues, As you may know, on January 12th Vice President Gore is hosting a national conference on lifelong learning and adult literacy called "21st Century Skills for 21st Century Jobs." It will be broadcast live by satellite to downlink sites across the country from 1:30 - 3:00 PM EST. See [http://vpskillsummit.org/] for more information. I have been asked to lead a morning technology breakout session at the conference which will be attended by adult learners, practitioners, administrators of community organizations, administration officials, business and labor leaders and others. Its purpose will be to make specific recommendations concerning technology and new learning systems, identifying the most important challenges and possible solutions to these. I would be interested, in preparation for this meeting, to know what you think. This is an ideal opportunity to look at adult education and technology policy here on the NLA list. I will try to introduce as much of your thinking as possible into the discussion on the 12th. Here are some questions to begin the discussion. Please post your own questions and offer some answers from your experience, your reading and reflection or research. 1. What should be the role(s) of technology in adult literacy education? In lifelong learning? 2. What are some of the most promising applications for adult literacy education? Broadcast television (also available on videocassette?) Computer-assisted instruction/Computer assisted Language Learning/Integrated Learning Systems? Web-based learning? Using computers as tools for word processing, organizing information, or communications (such as this electronic list) ? Using computers in project-based learning? Multimedia interactive instruction which includes independent instruction and face-to-face on-line or in- person group instruction or tutorials? High school diploma or GED programs delivered through such a multimedia environment? Others? 3. What role(s) should the federal government play in supporting, encouraging, or jump-starting the use of technology in adult literacy education and lifelong learning? 4. What role(s) should state and local governments play? 5. What role(s) should private-sector businesses and charitable foundations play? 6. Should adult literacy education be actively involved in helping adult learners get access to computers and the Internet? At learning centers only, or also helping low-income students purchase computers for use at home? 7. What role(s) could technology play in helping adult educators reach a greater number of students through "anytime, anywhere" learning (sometimes called distance education" or "distributed education.") 8. What are the problems or risks in using technology that we should be aware of -- and avoid? 9. What are the opportunities which technology affords for family literacy? Workplace education? For adult learners who may be homeless or incarcerated? For adult learners with learning disabilities? For learners in parts of the country where no services exist or where there are long waiting lists? Let's hear what you think! David J. Rosen <DJRosen@world.std.com>
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