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Hudson River Center for Program Development, Inc. |
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Resources: Adult Literacy and Family Literacy |
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Teaching Adults with Graphic Organizers is a two-part instructional resource developed and copyrighted © 2009 by Hudson River Center for Program Development, Inc. Based on B.S. Bloom's Taxonomy of Educational Objectives (New York: David McKay Co., 1956), this resource provides educators with skill-specific strategies for teaching and supporting adults in their reading and writing. Each strategy introduces a graphic organizer, which is fully described by a purpose, relevant vocabulary, and step-by-step directions for using it with learners.
It has been suggested that up to 65 percent of our population are visual learners. Visual learners associate ideas and concepts with images and easily process information from charts and diagrams that help them "see" the process by making connections and understanding relationships. Graphic organizers facilitate this process.
When graphic organizers are used as a strategy, it is important to follow a systematic approach, which begins with the teacher modeling the strategy. Teachers then help students use the strategy through guided practice. Finally, students use the strategy independently and repetitively.
To help educators incorporate this critical three-step approach into their work, Hudson River center offers staff development opportunities that provide concrete examples of each strategy "in action". During the hands-on training, participants are encouraged to share any and all of their ideas and tips with one another.
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Cost is participant based. Group rates are discounted for agencies who register three or more participants for training.
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Costs include, the one day certified training, the tabbed / cross-referenced instructional guide, a complete set of lesson plans that can be reproduced and 12 month follow-up technical assistance from HRC training staff.
Nutrition for a Healthy U is a culturally sensitive nutrition education intervention program developed collaboratively by Hudson River Center and Fairfield University, School of Nursing. The intervention is designed to empower parents of children and youth who are at the greatest risk for developing childhood obesity, diabetes and other nutrition-related health problems. Early Childhood research and intergenerational studies concerning vulnerable populations strongly suggests that our best chance for reversing childhood problems, including those precipitated by poor nutritional practices lies within the home, with the first teachers and caregivers of our children.
Through this intervention our most vulnerable parents and families will:
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Come to understand and utilize the basics of good nutrition that
encourage lifestyle changes necessary for their children's long-term
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Obtain a greater understanding about the serious consequences
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Become empowered to break the intergenerational cycle of poor
nutrition-related health problems.
The learning materials are presented in a literacy-friendly, Study Circle format, pioneered by Dr. Rima Rudd of the Harvard School of Public Health. This training model was selected due to its success and wide acceptance among adult learners.
This training intervention is conducted over two days and includes the test, lessons and follow-up technical assistance.
Adult Education Resource Guide and Learning Standards (AERG) includes learning standards, goals, and objectives for English language arts and mathematics, with curriculum supplements for ESOL and GED. Additionally, the guide looks at the unique aspects of adult education: curriculum development, instructional planning, classroom management, and assessment. (1997) Adult Education Act, Section 353, #0039-98-0064.
Career Development and Occupational Studies: A Supplement to AERG provides a contextual framework for integration of workforce preparation, career plan development, and electronic job search skills throughout all adult education program offerings. (2001) Adult Education Act, Section 353, #0039-99-0064.
Citizenship Preparation: A Supplement to AERG is designed to update adult education practitioners on the naturalization process. This guide connects citizenship preparation with not only AERG, but also with the National Reporting System for Adult Education. (1999) Adult Education Act, Section 353, #0039-99-0064.
Collection of Learning Experiences, a companion piece to AERG, is a compilation of learning experiences developed by adult educators. After an extensive peer review process, the featured learning experiences were deemed reflective of best practices and most likely to raise the standards of adult education in New York State. Accompanying handouts are also included. (1998) Adult Education Act, Section 353, #0039-99-0064.
Assessment in Adult Education is a review of the literature examining the complexity of assessment as it pertains to adult education. The review addresses governmental requirements, definitions of literacy, placing adult learners at appropriate instructional levels, measuring adult learner gain, and other adult learner performance measures. (1998).
Bringing Family Literacy to Incarcerated Settings: An Instructional Guide was created to assist anyone interested in implementing a family literacy project within an incarcerated setting. The guide includes a description of various program designs as well as a blueprint for implementation. Resources and sample forms are provided. Adult Education Act, Section 326, #0138-98-5001.
Education for Homeless Adults: Strategies for Implementation is a multi-volume resource addressing the specific needs and challenges of providing education to homeless people. The guides feature recruitment and retention tips, resources, family literacy approaches, and over 70 sample lessons with corresponding handouts, making it useful to educators of other disadvantaged populations, as well. Adult Education Act, Section 353, #01-02-94-7750.
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Volume I 1993 view in pdf format |
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Volume II 1994 view in pdf format |
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Volume III 1995 view in pef format |
Guide for Managers of Adult Education Programs helps new program managers become oriented to the world of adult education by providing guidance and support as they undertake their managerial responsibilities. This on-line guide serves as a resource for program managers making educational and administrative decisions. (2001) Adult Education Act, Section 353, #0039-99-0064.
Health Promotion for Adult Literacy Students: An Empowering Approach is an award-winning instructional package that helps involve students in health issues. Each topic includes an instructional guide, a student workbook, and an audiotape to be used with the workbook.
Adult Education Act, Section 353
Of the nine original topics, the following instructional guides are currently available:
Alcohol and Other Drugs: Realities for You and Your Family clarifies drug use and abuse, prevention, and treatment. (1994)
Child Safety: A Healthy Start helps parents and caregivers create a healthy environment for children, both within and outside of the home. Learners recognize signs and symptoms of childhood diseases as well as understand the dangers of substance abuse. (1995).
Women’s Health: Body Wisdom for Every Woman empowers women to take charge of their own health by examining healthy lifestyles and making healthy decisions. Prevention, detection, and treatment of women’s health issues, including mental health, are included. (1997).
Making Connections: Aligning Parenting Education with Children's Education provides an overview of the seven key parenting behaviors and presents a framework for designing instruction that supports children's school success. This paper provides the structure for a brief professional development opportunity. Even Start Family Literacy, Contract #C006526.
Marketing Your Adult Literacy Program: A “How To” Manual trains adult literacy providers in the techniques of social marketing. It offers guidance in developing strategies sensitive to the needs of potential adult literacy students. These strategies will motivate the difficult-to-reach adult needing literacy services to seek help while realistically portraying what literacy can “deliver.” (1996)
Recruitment and Retention: A Social Marketing Perspective provides an overview of social marketing principles, research on adult learner persistence, and program strategies for recruitment and retention. This paper provides the structure for a brief professional development opportunity. Even Start Family Literacy, Contract #C006526.
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