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First Drafts

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/first-drafts
Remember: Drafting is the freest form of writing. It’s the first attempt at expressing and explaining ideas in a rough form. First Drafts Purpose First drafts are for writing, free from conventions (e.g.,...
A Message from Dave Albrecht, Director and Governance Committee Chair

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A Message from Dave Albrecht, Board Director and Governance Committee Chair Hello everyone, my name is Dave Albrecht. I joined the CLN Board of Directors this last year and am very excited to be a part...
Impact of Strengthening Literacy Practices on CALP staff

https://calp.ca/blog/impact-of-strengthening-literacy-practices-on-calp-staff.htm
“Being part of this project has been unbelievably helpful to me in how I will support literacy learners in the future. I feel that it has been the best training I have ever taken part of because it was...
From Advanced Education: Strengthening Family Literacy

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This week's blog comes to you from the CALP Team at Alberta Advanced Education. Literacy is indeed a Family Affair! Literacy is an integral part of everything we do in life and not just a set of tasks...
Language Experience Approach

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/language-experience-approach
Remember: Drafting is the freest form of writing. It’s the first attempt at expressing and explaining ideas in a rough form. Language Experience Approach Purpose Write down personal stories at the same...
Ethical AI Use for CALP Staff

https://calp.ca/blog/ethical-ai-use-for-calp-staff-2025-03-07
Ethical AI Use for CALP Staff Laureen Guldbrandsen, East-Central Regional Support Staff Have you ever wished you had more time to focus on your learners instead of lesson planning? AI tools can help, but...
Why Tutoring?

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Today I watched large flocks of geese on their northern migration. They flew so effortlessly high in the sky. Then suddenly, they swirled around in large circles breaking the formation. I noticed small...
Honoring National Indigenous History Month

https://calp.ca/blog/honoring-national-indigenous-history-month-and-june-21-indigenous-peoples-day-2025-01-30
Honoring National Indigenous History Month Faye Beauchamp Every June, Canada recognizes National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous People’s Day on June 21, a time to celebrate, learn about, and...
Training and Events

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Training & Events Looking to continue your professional learning and development? There are many options available! The training and events calendar shows what's is being offered by CLN and partners,...
CALP PD System

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Alberta Advanced Education provides annual professional development (PD) grants to organizations that form the CALP PD system. These organizations coordinate and deliver PD so CALP-funded organizations...
Practice Makes Perfect

https://calp.ca/blog/practice-makes-perfect-2025-05-16
Practice Makes Perfect Rebecca Still, Literacy Specialist Why do learners come and go? Learners come and go from programs, and we may wonder whether staying longer would have been enough for the program...
A Snap Shot of Land based Metis Settlements in Alberta

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Tansi, As the Indigenous Liaison for the Community Learning Network, a large part of my position is working directly with the Metis Settlements. Some of the Metis Settlements are new to the CALP world...
Using a Learning Contract

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=920
The point of using Knowles’ self-direction approach is to encourage the learner to take increasing ownership for their learning. Here’s a question: “Does every learner really have to attend every...
Start Here: a Portal Resource Guide

https://calp.ca/blog/start-here-a-portal-resource-guide.htm
Picture the holiday scene: the family has gathered, the lights are twinkling, presents wait for excited children. Laughter, music, good food; it’s a perfect holiday gathering. Then, right in the middle...
Adult Learning Alberta - New Website to Connect Adult Learners to Online CALP Learning Opportunities

https://calp.ca/blog/adult-learning-alberta-new-website-to-connect-adult-learners-to-online-calp-learning-opportunities.htm
We are growing something new together! Pincher Creek Community Adult Learning has been part of an exciting new initiative over the last few months. Background: In the spring of 2020, in the early days...
Financial Literacy Resources

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November is Financial Literacy Month! Learning opportunities in financial literacy can help foundational learners who are interested in improving their money management skills. They might address issues...
Volunteer Screening: Finding the Right Fit Makes All the Difference

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This week, we are pleased to feature a guest blogger. The blog has been submitted by Volunteer Alberta, with an introduction from Monica Doherty, Volunteer Coordinator from Centre for Family Literacy. Volunteers...
Big News from Momentum: New Lower Fee for Training

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-february-2017.htm#article-667
Great News from Momentum! As of January 2017, the registration fee to take this 2-day workshop is now only $175.00. Momentum’s curriculum contains five core modules and accompanying facilitators’...
Where to Look for Learners

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=596
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,...
The Importance of Learner Support Services

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=557
The purpose of Learner Support Services is to help adult learners achieve personal success in their individual learning and life goals, by providing access to a variety of resources, services, and referrals....