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<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Dear colleagues,<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Several of the readings for these
two courses come from <i><span style='font-style:italic'>Focus on Basics.</span></i>
I’d like to add my thanks to Julie’s for the incredible job that Barb
Garner has done as the editor of FOB. And, also kudos to Julie for keeping the
discussions lively.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>We’re excited about sharing
our high-quality trainings in a new way with adult educators. We hope that
you’ll join us online in exploring evidence-based practices that you can
use in your programs and instruction. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>See the course descriptions and
registration information below for:<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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</span></font></span></span></font><![endif]><i><font face=Arial><span
style='font-family:Arial;font-style:italic'>Research-based Strategies and
Models for Adult Transitions to Postsecondary Education<o:p></o:p></span></font></i></p>
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</span></font></span></span></font><![endif]><i><font face=Arial><span
style='font-family:Arial;font-style:italic'>Study Circle: Research-based Adult
Reading Instruction<o:p></o:p></span></font></i></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Please contact me directly with
questions.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Kaye<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Kaye Beall</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Project Director</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>World Education</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>765-717-3942</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'><a href="mailto:kaye_beall@worlded.org">kaye_beall@worlded.org</a></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'><a href="http://www.worlded.org/">www.worlded.org</a> </span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
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<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Research-based Strategies and Models for Adult Transitions to
Postsecondary Education<o:p></o:p></span></font></b></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Dates:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> April 11–June 5, 2008<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Description</span></font></b> <br>
<font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Participants
will read and discuss the research on the changing workforce and examine the
reasons why adult learners need to go beyond the GED and English language study
to advance their earning potential. Participants will also learn about the
challenges facing adult students in postsecondary education and investigate
strategies and program models that support adult transitions to postsecondary
education. Throughout the course, participants will gather local and regional
data on the labor market, educational needs, and academic programs and support
services offered by area colleges to guide future program development and
planning. </span></font><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'> </span></font><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Course Format and
Schedule:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'> facilitated, online<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>During this eight-week course, you
will engage in self-paced activities and readings, as well as asynchronous discussions
with the facilitator and course participants. An opening teleconference is
scheduled for April 17, 2008, 1 pm or 7 pm EDT<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Syllabus: </span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Download a detailed Course Overview
at <a href="http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/ct_overview.pdf">http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/ct_overview.pdf</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Facilitator:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> Sandy Goodman</span></font> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Estimated Completion Time:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> 24 hours<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Fee:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> $149.00<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Registration: </span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Complete and return the registration
form, which you can download at <a
href="http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/ct_registration.pdf">http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/ct_registration.pdf</a>.
Payment must be received prior to enrollment. Registration is limited to 20
participants.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Cancellation policy: </span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>World Education
reserves the right to cancel the course if the minimum number of registrants is
not met by <b><span style='font-weight:bold'>April 4, 2008<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>****************************************<o:p></o:p></span></font></b></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Study Circle: Research-based Adult Reading Instruction<o:p></o:p></span></font></b></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Dates:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> April 11–June 12, 2008<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Description</span></font></b> <br>
<font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>The
Research-based <st1:Street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">Adult Reading
Instruction Study Circle</st1:address></st1:Street> is designed to engage
practitioners of adult basic education (ABE), adult secondary education (ASE),
and English-for-speakers-of‐other-languages (ESOL) in discussing theories
and concepts related to reading instruction. Questions about what research says
about teaching adults how to read are particularly relevant as programs and
teachers struggle with choosing the most effective ways to develop adults’
reading skills.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Course Format and
Schedule:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'> facilitated, online<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-top:0in'><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>During this eight-week course, you will work on team
projects, engage in self-paced activities and readings, as well as asynchronous
discussions with the facilitator and course participants. Chats are scheduled
for April 24, May 15, and June 5 at 12:30–1:30 pm or 1:30–2:30 pm
EDT<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Syllabus: </span></font></b><font
size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Download
detailed Course Overview at <a
href="http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/reading_sc_overview.pdf">http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/reading_sc_overview.pdf</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Course Facilitator:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> Kaye Beall</span></font> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Estimated Completion Time:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> 24 hours<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Fee:</span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> $149.00<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Registration: </span></font></b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>and return the registration form,
which you can download at <a
href="http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/reading_reg.pdf">http://professionalstudiesae.worlded.org/pdf/reading_reg.pdf</a>.
Payment must be received prior to enrollment. Registration is limited to 20
participants.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'>Cancellation policy: </span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>World Education
reserves the right to cancel the course if the minimum number of registrants is
not met by <b><span style='font-weight:bold'>April 4, 2008.</span></b> <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Kaye Beall</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Project Director</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>World Education</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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w:st="on">IN</st1:State> <st1:PostalCode w:st="on">46711</st1:PostalCode></span></font></st1:place><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
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font-family:Arial'><a href="mailto:kaye_beall@worlded.org">kaye_beall@worlded.org</a></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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font-family:Arial'>www.worlded.org</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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