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Canadian Language Benchmark Support Kit Section 3: Exemplars for Productive Skills

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This document contains samples of WRITING that align with the 12 CLB stages, as well as a rubric to measure against. ESL Key Words: CLB, Writing, Framwork Documents, Student Level: Any Teacher Level:...
Alberta Routes Tipsheet: Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB)

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A concise guiding introduction document on the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Produced by ESL Alberta (NorQuest College) and retrieved from AltaRoutes_TipSheet9-CLBs_2024.pdf
CALP Connections: November 2023

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-november-2023.htm
A Message from Chelsey Friedt, Secretary Dear Friends, It’s a joy to be able to share with you as we all embark on another exciting, if not stressful, journey of the CALP application! I’m located...
Tips for Sharing Books

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Developed by the Centre for Family Literacy, parent tip sheet about helping children to become actively engaged in books (printable PDF).
Literacy Begins at Home

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Developed by the Centre for Family Literacy, a brochure about the importance to start literacy development right after birth (printable brochure).
Where to Look for Learners

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While trying to reach new learners can feel intimidating, it can be a lot easier than many people make it. Most CALP staff will agree that when you have programs that properly serve your community needs,...
Introduction to Assessment

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What is Assessment? Assessment can cause anxiety for some learners (and CALP staff too!) but the truth of the matter is assessment is simply a process of gathering information about a learner. The purpose...
Creating Authentic Materials and Activities for the Adult Literacy Classroom

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This is a guide to using and creating authentic materials for adult literacy learners. The practices shared come out of a 5-year research study by the National Centre for the Study of Adult Learning and...
Coaching and Modeling

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=738
Volunteer tutors working one on one or in small groups with adult foundational learners must incorporate active coaching and modeling of strategies and activities that support literacy and foundational...
Indigenous and Mainstream Learning Styles

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=757
Because the exploration of land, identity, story, and language is something that can be very complex and potentially controversial (not to mention the issues of making these cultural teachings fundable...
Screening and Selection: Application Forms

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=781
Application Forms – a well-designed form can gather information that will help guide your pre-screen and interview – and there are many out there, so don’t re-invent the wheel! Examples...
4. The Transformative Learning Approach: "Making Meaning"

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Sometimes called “deep learning,” Jack Mezirow’s transformative learning theory sees “disorienting dilemmas” as the critical incidents in our lives that can lead to us to re-think and re-interpret...
The Port Royal Experiment: Literacy for freed slaves

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It was November 1861, about one year into the American civil war. The gunships of the Northern Union Navy were sailing into Port Royal, South Carolina. Their guns were at the ready. However, what they...
Answers May Vary Research Report (2014)

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Answers May Vary Research Report (2014) Belle Auld Purpose of research: What literacy resources, activities, and strategies are appropriate for tutors to use with adult literacy learners who have developmental...
Keeping the Flow of Writing Going

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=1048
I go to great lengths to protect the time and space I set aside for writing, to keep it free from distractions, in an atmosphere where everyone is working at the same tasks. If I’m working with a single...
Getting Started... Literacy and Language Links

https://calp.ca/resources/getting-started-literacy-and-language-links.htm
Developed by the Centre for Family Literacy, tip sheet on literacy and language deveopment from early childhood (printable handout).
Resource Manual for Teachers of Struggling English Language Learners

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A Calgary Immigrant Women's Association paper on Struggling low level English learners. (Text heavy) Touches on diagnosis and supports, including Learning difficiencies and environmental factors. For...
Roots and Connections Program Planning Guide

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The Centre for Intercultural Education at NorQuest College produced this planning guide that helps to define the lenses and situations to augment an instructor's effective use the Roots and Connections...
Dollars & $ense: Financial Literacy Course Curriculum Manual

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Developed by the Centre for Family Literacy. This curriculum manual is intended for facilitator or instructor use only - not for the students. Topics were chosen based on common questions raised by adult...
Family Literacy, Health and You! (printable booklet)

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Developed by the Centre for Family Literacy, this guide is written for families,and explores topices like visiting the doctor or visiting the dentist. It includes suggested activities, games and books...