Adult Education & Literacy Resource Collection
Explore a collection of 838 high-quality multimedia instructional resources, informed by research, for use by adult educators. These resources have been reviewed by subject matter experts and recommended and approved by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE), Division of Adult Education and Literacy. Search the collection by category, keyword, date and more.
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Using Adult ESL Content Standards
2007
The authors define content standards and then divide the paper into guiding questions that teachers need to consider when including standards into their teaching practice.
Administrators
Instructional Staff
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Accommodations and Compliance Series: Employees with Learning Disabilities
2006
The article gives a general explanation of learning disabilities, states what is covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and lists some accommodation ideas for the workplace. It includes several examples of job situations and how the employee was provided with an accommodation to help them succeed.
Administrators
Teacher Trainers
Instructional Staff
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Does Numeracy Matter More?
2006
This research from the United Kingdom, discusses the importance of numeracy.
Administrators
Policymakers and Implementers
Teacher Trainers
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Improving Workplace Opportunities for Limited English-Speaking Workers: An Overview of Practice in the Manufacturing Sector
2006
This resource reports on the second phase of findings of a multi-phase project undertaken by The Manufacturing Institute of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and Jobs for the Future (JFF). The report provides an overview of current practices for training and educating non-native speakers in the manufacturing sector; identifies exemplary programs; identifies factors that inhibit or support educational and training programs; and identifies recommendations for stakeholders.
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Learning Disability: Life after High School
2006
In this article, the authors provide guidelines and summarize research on the challenges faced by adults with LD when transitioning to post-secondary schooling and employment. It also highlights issues around disclosure of learning disabilities and requesting appropriate accommodations for a course of study in college or to perform essential functions on the job.
Administrators
Teacher Trainers
Instructional Staff
Adult Learners
Business Partners
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