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Transitioning ABE Students into the Workforce
Exploring What Works for Action Research and Instruction
[email protected]@gmail.com
SARN Webinar February 25, 2015
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Webinar Overview1. Lessons learned making a transition2. Situate the information and acknowledge
some complexities involved3. Intensity of ABE-work connections– Classroom-based– Work experience connection– Integrated academic and vocational approach– Partnerships with employers and colleges
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ABE and College or Employer Partnerships
Integrated Academic/Work Courses
Work Experience
Classroom-based
Intensity of ABE-Work Connection
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Lessons Learned from My Experience
1. Learning about work is all about learning work culture and communication
2. Rethink text-based activities3. Work experience is
invaluable4. Work-related certificates
really do help5. Meaningful holistic planning
first, then apply outcomes and standards
6. Both educators and students will have a range of responses to changes
7. Greater retention and completion
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‘Attachment’ (to what?)
Secure Jobs to Support a
Family
Local Opportunities
Qualifications Experience
and FitABE Influence
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Saskatchewan ABE Demographics2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012
Total Learners 8,819 9,266 9,829 10,330
Female 65% 62% 61% 60%
Male 35% 38% 39% 40%
Aboriginal 65% 65% 53% 48%
Disabled 6% 5% 5% n/a
ESL 12% 17% 20% n/a
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ABE and College or Employer Partnerships
Integrated Academic/Work Courses
Work Experience
Classroom-based
Intensity of ABE-Work Connection
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Classroom and Curriculum-based
• Content changes and modifications• Developing work-based themes and topics• Bringing work experience into the classroom– Guest speakers from community organizations– Former students– Employers– Field trips and site visits
• SARN example
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Content Criteria Learner experience is
first and foremost Learner’s words and
perspectives are kept intact
Their experience and expertise is not lost in the abstract language of skills frameworks
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Work Experience
On-site work
experience
Classroom learning
Off-site work
experience
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Off-site Work Experience
• Short-term job shadowing opportunity to explore a particular career choice
• Short-term community service arrangement directed at jobs of interest
• More formalized job placement or co-op as part of an ABE course or program
? Issue of WCB (Worker’s Compensation Board) insurance coverage
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Off-site Work Experience
Contents• Importance• Organizing considerations• Preparing the learner • Related curriculum• Progress• Final evaluation
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On-site Work Experience
Teamwork1. Operating a snack shop2. Preparing and selling a
weekly lunch3. Publishing a newsletter4. Organizing program events
and outings
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Integrated Academic - Work Courses
Sector Specifi
c Conte
nt
Secondary Credi
ts
Work Placement
Work Certificate and Diplom
a
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Good outlook + No PSE
• Nurse Aides, Orderlies• Food and Beverage Servers• Sales/Retail• Drivers/Operators• Labourers and support
(Farming, Mining, Oil and Gas, Forestry)
• Food/Beverage Processors
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Building Block ModelComm
Science
Math
Social Studies
Life/Work
ABE 3
English
Canadian Studies
Math
Science
Electives
GED
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Sector Specific
Communications& English
Life/Work and Electives
ScienceMath
Social Studies and Canadian Studies
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Sector Specific
Communications& English
Life/Work and Electives
ScienceMath
Social Studies and Canadian Studies
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College Partnership Model
I-BEST ABE or subject-based skills and
knowledge Vocational content Direct entry into college vocational
program
? Designed with ESL students Makes ABE learning more relevant
for students Eases college transition Higher ABE completion rates
• I-BEST Video 1 of 4: Overview• I-BEST Video 2 of 4: Traditional an
d Collaborative Team Teaching Models
• I-BEST Video 3 of 4: Parallel and Split-Differentiated Team Teaching Models
• I-BEST Video 4 of 4: Complementary/Supportive and Monitoring Team Teaching Models
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Employer Partnership Model
Pilot project with ABE 1 and 2 programs in Ontario and learners on income assistance
Employer partner in food and beverage processing
Job entry
? Industry certification
? Secondary credits and GED
? Success and retention
ABE and Employer Partnerships
Integrated Academic/Work Courses
Work Experience
Classroom-based
Intensity of ABE-Work Connection
Fund
ing,
Time,
Reso
urce
sFunding, Time, Resources
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Resources Suggested by Webinar Participants
• “Prince Albert Literacy Network have partnered with Woodlands SK Polytech for some Certificate programs in the area of child care with work placement involved.”
• Arlene Sanderson (NWRC)• • “Douglas College also partnered with SRDC to evaluate Essential Skills Training and the
benefit of providing training in Resorts. It as very interesting.” Sharon Wass (SIIT) • • • “If any one has access to Nova Scotia curriculum The Age Essentials was a wonderful
resource. I also modified it for working with various first nations groups in British Columbia.” Sharon Wass (SIIT)
• • “At Parkland College we have Essential Skills projects up front of our skills training
programs and we would like to have more ES and transition to employment integrated into ABE. Some great ideas and resources presented here.” Carol Bobowski (Parkland College)
