This session is intended for CALP staff who currently assess adult literacy learners. We will focus on learner-centred adult reading assessment and explore why, when and how to assess learning with hands-on opportunities to use the Alberta Reading Benchmarks (ARB) and the Read Forward assessment tool. 

Note: ESL learners are not the focus of this session.

Learning Objectives:

• Increase your knowledge and skills to measure learning progress in reading
• Practice using the Alberta Reading Benchmarks (ARB) and Read Forward tools and resources to expand your own capacity to assess reading
• Gain practical knowledge for using assessment tools to inform learning, select level appropriate reading materials, and measure learning progress in reading

Intended Audience: Adult Literacy Program Staff, Volunteer Tutor