Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS)

 

LINCS Resource Collections News

November 2009

 

Welcome to LINCS Resource Collection News! Each month, we will feature one
of the three LINCS Resource Collections-Basic Skills, Program Management,
and Workforce Competitiveness - and introduce research-based resources that
you can use in your adult and family literacy programs and classrooms. This
premiere edition features the Workforce Competitiveness Collection and
resources related to transitioning adults to work.

 

What is LINCS?

LINCS is a service of the National Institute for Literacy, providing online
information and communication networks for adult and family literacy
practitioners. LINCS' offerings include Discussion Lists, Regional Resource
Centers, the Collections, and training opportunities.  Learn more about
LINCS <http://www.nifl.gov/lincs>  on the Web site. 

 

What will I find in the New LINCS Resource Collections?

The three new LINCS
<http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/resource_collections.html>
Resource Collections, expanded this year, are comprised of items that have
completed a rigorous internal and external review. Use these resources
directly in the classroom or to guide development of customized programs and
classes. You can find more information about the new Resource Collections on
the Web site. 

 

What's New in the Workforce Competitiveness Resource Collection?

Adult literacy practitioners are increasingly concerned with supporting
adults, including English language learners, as they transition to work and
to post-secondary education or training. In the Workforce Competitiveness
Collection, you will find research papers and articles as well as products
and materials on workforce education, English language acquisition, and
technology. In addition to using these resources, subscribe to one or more
of the LINCS' electronic Discussion Lists
<http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/discussions/discussions.html>  that focus on the
topics in the Collection and expand your professional network.

 

If you are looking for curricula and instructional materials that you can
use immediately, take a look at GED
<http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/abstracts/workforce/RC_work_a
bs06.html>  Career Bridge to Hospitality Curriculum (All sections). This
technology-based resource prepares students for the GED credential while
providing background information, skill instruction, and practice in a
hospitality career context and career pathway model.

 

Research can also guide your thinking about developing and delivering
transition-focused instruction and programs. State or local program
administrators may want to use the seven lessons outlined in The
<http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/abstracts/workforce/RC_work_a
bs25.html>  Integration of Immigrants in the Workplace as a guide when
offering services or planning to improve current programs that support
English language learners as they transition to the workplace. 

 

How can I learn more about the Workforce Competitiveness Resource
Collection?

Visit the Workforce
<http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/RC_workforce.html>
Competitiveness Collection for additional resources. Contact Barbara Van
Horn, director of the Workforce Competitiveness Collection at BLV1 at psu.edu
or 814-865-5876 for additional information of if you want to learn more
about the resources, technical assistance, and professional development
opportunities that are available at no cost. 

 

 

 

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