by Amie Matichak | Nov 27, 2018 | Inspiration and Ideas, Opportunities and Resources, Tech Tools
There are so many reasons to use Open Educational Resources (OER) in our adult learning programs. The IDEAL Distance Education and Blended Learning Handbook recommends using OER as supplemental resources to provide extra practice. OER is cost effective and easily...
by Alison Ascher Webber | Aug 16, 2018 | Opportunities and Resources
Skillsmart’s white paper, Skills-based hiring expands across Western Massachusetts provides a compelling example of technology ‘screening in’ candidates for work they might not qualify for through a traditional resume. A hospitality company realized...
by Alison Ascher Webber | Jul 16, 2018 | Opportunities and Resources
Many of you have probably seen by now the first report from the Critiquing Adult Participation in Education project (CAPE) on Deterrents and Solutions. The need to leverage technology to provide alternative, flexible, anytime, anywhere, personalized solutions was...
by Evelyn Fella | Dec 7, 2017 | Opportunities and Resources, Tech Tools
By Evelyn Fella A Need and a Solution With a 26% increase in the number of immigrants applying for naturalization,* and citizenship classes across the U.S. filling up with long waiting lists, a need for more immigrant services was apparent. To address this need, the...
by Jen Vanek | Oct 11, 2017 | Inspiration and Ideas, Opportunities and Resources
By Jen Vanek There is much adult learning happening outside of formal ABE programs with hired trained teachers. Community based organizations, libraries, and agencies that provide social services to adults who might have language or literacy learning needs play a...
by EdTech Center Partners | Mar 13, 2017 | Opportunities and Resources
By Ed Latham Adult educators, especially part-time teachers, are often frustrated that there are so many digital tools and resources available but never enough time to learn which ones may offer positive learning opportunities for their students. Last year, in a new...
