The Newly Revised A.L.L (Adult Literacy and Learning) in Family Literacy Programs

Tanis Harms, Community Learning Network

3 28 January 2020

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Why did it need to be revised?

In 2019 a new required training for family literacy programs was introduced specifically for CALP-funded programs. It is called “CALP Essentials for Family Literacy Programs” and it focuses on the “what?” and “why?” of CALP-funded family literacy programming. “A.L.L In Family Literacy Programs” was revised this fall to build on this foundation and focus on the “how?”

Time for change

What’s changed?

We have expanded the time devoted to learning about adult literacy strategies that can be used in family literacy programming
Participants will have more time to experience a CALP-funded Family Literacy Program sample session
Participants will have more hands-on practice time for planning a sample family literacy program session for CALP-funded programs
Participants will be able to identify and take away resources and ideas for their own future planning

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What hasn’t changed?

The focus on adult literacy and learning in the context of family literacy programs will continue to be the focus of this training
Intentional planning that engages all ages of participants in programs
Resources for literacy and foundational learning strategies to support adult skills development and practice
Networking opportunities with fellow practitioners
Practical help for how to go back and plan on your own

*Note: CALP staff and facilitators are encouraged to set a foundation of knowledge by taking the “CALP Essentials for Family Literacy Programs” training prior to the “A.L.L in Family Literacy Programs” training.

Coming soon to a region near you….

Tanis Harms
CLN North Regional Support Staff