Adult Education & Literacy Resource Collection
Explore a collection of 871 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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Career Exploration Unit
2019
Designed for advanced English as a Second Language and General Education Development learners, this two-week unit helps students learn about currently available entry-level work that is in high demand, pays over minimum wage, and does not require a high school credential. This easy-to-use PDF unit contains eight lessons that include detailed objectives, teacher guidance for all...
Administrators and Program Managers
Adult Educators
Adult Learners
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CK-12 Adult Education FlexBooks
2019
This library of CK - 12’s interactive FlexBooks was developed by the Outreach and Technical Assistance Network specifically to support adult educators and learners. The library includes FlexBooks for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, English as a Second Language, High School Equivalency, and Career and Technical Education courses. All textbooks are interactive and include...
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COABE Journal - Career Pathways Edition
2019
This special edition of the COABE Journal highlights career pathways and workforce development.
Administrators and Program Managers
Adult Educators
Policymakers
Researchers
Student Support Staff
Professional Developers
State Leaders
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Findings from the Accelerating Opportunity Evaluation
2019
Evaluation report on the Accelerating Opportunity (AO) initiative, which aimed to help adults with low basic skills earn valued occupational credentials, obtain well-paying jobs, and sustain rewarding careers.
Administrators and Program Managers
Partners and Supporters
Policymakers
Researchers
State Leaders
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What Works for Adult Learners: Lessons from Career Pathway Evaluations
2019
This report presents the results of a systematic examination of rigorous evaluation studies to determine what is known about the impact of career pathways on adults seeking to attain a living-wage career.
Administrators and Program Managers
Policymakers
Researchers
State Leaders