Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS)
 
LINCSResource 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 isLINCS?
LINCSis 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 newLINCSResource Collections (
http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/resource_collections.html
), expanded this year, are comprised of items that have completed a
rigorousinternal 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 Institute’s Web site ( http://www.nifl.gov/ ). 
 
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 Career Bridge to Hospitality
Curriculum (All sections) (
http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/abstracts/workforce/RC_work_abs06.html
). 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
Integration of Immigrants in the Workplace (
http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/abstracts/workforce/RC_work_abs25.html
)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 Competitiveness Collection (
http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/resourcecollections/RC_workforce.html )for
additional resources. Contact Barbara Van Horn, director of the
Workforce Competitiveness Collection at BLV1 at psu.eduor 814-865-5876 for
additional information and to learn more about the resources, technical
assistance, and professional development opportunities that are
available at no cost. 
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