Decorative image for Resource Profile Increasing Opportunities for Low-Income Women and Student Parents in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at Community Colleges

Increasing Opportunities for Low-Income Women and Student Parents in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at Community Colleges

2012
Descriptive Research
Drawing on a literature and program review, analysis of publicly available data, and consultations with experts in the field, this report examines opportunities for women and student parents to pursue and succeed in STEM fields at community colleges.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile Facing the Challenge of Numeracy in Adult Education

Facing the Challenge of Numeracy in Adult Education

2011
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This report explains what "numeracy" is and why we need it, and makes the case for shifting from the current emphasis on traditional math instruction in adult education to instruction in a more comprehensive set of math skills.
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Screening for Learning Disabilities in Adult Basic Education Students

2012
This resource describes the state of diagnostic assessments for learning disabilities among adult learners.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile Connected Teaching and Personalized Learning: Implications of the National Education Technology Plan (NETP) for Adult Education

Connected Teaching and Personalized Learning: Implications of the National Education Technology Plan (NETP) for Adult Education

2013
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This report addresses the five areas of the 2010 National Eduation Technology Plan produced by the US Office of Education Technology—Learning, Assessment, Teaching, Infrastructure, and Productivity—within the context of adult education.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile English Language Learner University (ELL-U) Professional Development Plan

English Language Learner University (ELL-U) Professional Development Plan

2013
Professional Development
The English Language Learner University (ELL-U) Professional Development Plan was the foundation for a comprehensive framework through which professional development for educators of adult English language learners (ELLs) was developed.
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English Language Learner University (ELL-U)

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ELL-U was a free professional development network for ESOL practitioners. The resources developed through this federally-funded initiative were designed to broaden, deepen, and strengthen the knowledge and skills of educators working with adult ELLs. ESOL practitioners and ELLs may continue to leverage these resources and the network of practitioners where they now reside on the LINCS site. Follow the links below to explore these evidence-based, high quality courses and resources.

Decorative image for Resource Profile Connect and Inspire: Online Communities of Practice in Education

Connect and Inspire: Online Communities of Practice in Education

2011
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This report is targeted to education leaders and stakeholders who are interested in exploring, starting, or strengthening online communities of practice for educators.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile Climate Literacy: The Essential Principles of Climate Sciences

Climate Literacy: The Essential Principles of Climate Sciences

2009
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This is a good resource for teachers who are looking to understand the key issues in climate change.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile Unlocking Potential: Results of a National Survey of Postsecondary Education in State Prisons

Unlocking Potential: Results of a National Survey of Postsecondary Education in State Prisons

2011
Policy Brief
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This brief is designed to increase knowledge about how states are providing postsecondary education to incarcerated individuals.
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Decorative image for Resource Profile Building Pathways to Postsecondary Success for Low-Income Young Men of Color

Building Pathways to Postsecondary Success for Low-Income Young Men of Color

2010
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This book chapter looks at strategies for connecting male high school dropouts of color between the ages of sixteen and twenty-four to pathways to postsecondary credentials that have value in the labor market.
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