Hello All
We are particularly interested in discussing  distance learning.  We would be interested in exploring the delivery systems using a learning management system (LMS), commercial software applications and hybrid models.   We have been using Crossroads Café, NC version in a hybrid model and we have developed our own courses to use in our  LMS.  We have also used English for All (free) in our LMS.
We do think this kind of instruction has the added benefit of developing study skills for  post secondary study and workplace training.

We would like to explore this topic with others.

Gilda Rubio-Festa
From: Miriam Burt [mailto:mburt at cal.org]
Sent: Thursday, November 05, 2009 10:23 AM
To: The Adult English Language Acquisition Discussion List
Subject: [EnglishLanguage 5099] Suggestions for topics for targeted discussions & reminder

Hello, everyone.

Recently I wrote that I would be seeking suggestions from you all regarding topics you would like to see us focus on in the upcoming months. This targeted discussion could mean a guest facilitator shares ideas and answers questions on a specific topic. Or it could be a week or so when some subscribers decide to read a certain article, or view a short video online and then discuss them as a group.

Last year we had a guest panel discussing managing programs for adult English language learners, we had an expert on working with literacy level learners (this one was the most active of the discussions and drew in the most posters), and we viewed and discussed using videos in the classroom both at as instructional strategy and as teacher training - this last was a sort of study circle on line.

Other topics mentioned in the past included learner persistence, use of technology in professional development, use of technology in learner instruction, the multilevel classroom, and working with English language learners in classes with native speakers. Other possible topics of interest to the field include preparing learners for the workplace or further study

What suggestions do you have for topics? Anything from above? Anything totally different  from what I wrote?

I'd like your input by next Friday, November 13 (!).  There are nearly 1100 of you out there, so I hope to hear from many of  you, including those who don't often post to the list. What would you like to focus on?

Since I have the floor now, I'd also like to remind you to do the following in your posts:

1.     Change the subject headings when the topic has migrated off the original subject.

2.     Make specific reference to how your posting relates to adults learning English.

3.    Sign the posts!

Thanks. I look forward to hearing from you.
Miriam
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Miriam Burt
Moderator, discussion list for adult English language acquisition
mburt at cal.org


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