Workplace Colleagues,

Here are your Thursday Resources for this week.  Enjoy!

Donna

Donna Brian, Moderator
Workplace Literacy Discussion List
djgbrian at utk.edu


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Webinar Invitation: Using E-Learning to Provide Access to Flexible Training Opportunities for Low-Wage and Rural Workers

Presenters:  Mary Gatta, Director, Sloan Center for Innovative Learning and Workforce Development, Rutgers University
John Dunnicliffe, Hawaii Statewide Director, Rural Development Initiative, Maui Community College  
Date:  01/31/2007 
Time:  2:00pm Eastern (1:00pm/Central, 12:00pm/Mountain, 11:00am/Pacific) 
Length:  90 minutes 
Description:
	Technology-Based Learning, also known as e-learning, is transforming the way people learn and helping organizations and workers remain competitive in the global economy. The use of technology-based learning methodologies can broaden the opportunities for workers to develop the skills and competencies required to be successful. 
	This webinar will share how technology-based learning is being utilized to reach two distinct labor pools that share a common barrier to career advancement: access to training. Mary Gatta of the Sloan Center for Innovative Learning and Workforce Development has done extensive research on flexible learning opportunities for low-wage workers and will share findings from New Jersey, Massachusetts, and other states. John Dunnicliffe of the Rural Development Initiative at Maui Community College will share how he uses a variety of technology-based tools to deliver sustainable, low-cost training in the geographically disparate state of Hawaii. 
	This is the second in a series of webinars by ETA to promote further understanding of the technology-based learning phenomenon in order to move workers into high growth, high demand occupations and meet the needs of industry for skilled employees. 
	Registration for this Webinar is limited and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please click the link to login to Workforce3 One and register today!  http://www.workforce3one.org/public/skillbuilding/webinar_info.cfm?id=162

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>From Learning Skills Network (UK)  http://www.lsneducation.org.uk/index.aspx

[Note: You must register to access these resources. They may be ordered or downloaded from the site. Registration is free.]
Key Skills Support Programme E-newsletter
Resources 

KSSP deliver many highly popular and insightful publications to schools and colleges throughout the year.  The most recent of these are:
§    Paving the way: From key skills to functional skills  https://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=062621&src=XOWEB
§    Paving the way from key skills to functional skills: Functional skills in Specialised Diplomas  https://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=062666&src=XOWEB
§    An integrated approach to teaching key skills in Business Studies and Information Communication Technology - case studies  https://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=062479&src=XOWEB
§    An integrated approach to teaching key skills in Construction: a case study  
https://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=062476&src=XOWEB
§    Key skills resource manual  https://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=051958&src=XOWEB

To view all KSSP publications please click here  http://www.keyskillssupport.net/supporting/publications/

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>From Training Zone (UK) http://www.trainingzone.co.uk/

[Free copies of the following papers are available via email.  You must request the papers you want.]

Assessments through the Learning Process.
This 31-page White Paper helps readers: 
 *Distinguish between various the types and styles of assessments. 
 *Learn to develop effective quizzes, tests, exams and surveys. 
 *Analyse the results of assessments. 
 *Understand reliability and validity. 
 *Appreciate the benefits of computerising assessments. 
http://www.questionmark.com/go/uk010702.htm

10 things to consider when developing Instructional Design Strategy
The growth of bespoke e-Learning content means it is now being used to deliver all types of training and education. Mike Ditchburn, REDTRAY's Learning Solutions Director has put together a Quick Reference Guide of 10 things to consider when thinking through your instructional strategy. http://www.trainingzone.co.uk/cgi-bin/library.cgi?action=detail&id=6992&dir_publisher_varid=154

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>From New Zealand Literacy Portal  http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/


NRDC - Insights: What research has to tell us about ESOL - 2006 (UK)
	This review (28 pages) of NRDC research into ESOL comes at a critical time for this key aspect of the Skills for Life strategy. ESOL provision has grown rapidly and exceeded expectation since 2001. The research contributes to the understanding of ESOL learners, what motivates them and what goes on in the ESOL classroom.
<http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/imsdirector.php?resid=2818&ruid=2182>
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Literacy
NRDC - Four Years On: NRDC 2005-06: Findings and messages for policy and practice - 2006 (UK)
	This report (48 pages) contains a review of the four years of NRDC research. The report has key sections on engagement, motivation and persistence, embedding LLN in vocational training and putting knowledge into practice.
<http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/imsdirector.php?resid=2769&ruid=2182>
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NRDC - A literature review of research on teacher education in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL - 2006 (UK)
	This NRDC review (74 pages) covers all types of professional development relevant to the needs of adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL teachers.  The review identifies that while opportunities to reflect on beliefs, values and practice during PD are valuable they are not enough.  Instead tutors need to be introduced to conceptual frameworks.
<http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/imsdirector.php?resid=2817&ruid=2182>
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Youth
A call to action: What we know about adolescent literacy and ways to support teachers in meeting students' needs - 2004 (US)
	The purpose of this statement from NCTE is to provide a research-based resource for media, policymakers, and teachers that acknowledges the complexities of reading as a developmental process and addresses the needs of secondary readers and their teachers.
<http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/imsdirector.php?resid=2763&ruid=2182>
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