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Writing a Journal Entry

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/journal
Writing a Journal Entry Purpose Journal entries do not need to follow any writing conventions. They are expressions of personal growth, interests, and opinions, etc. The writer is in total control of what...
Writing a List

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/list
Writing a List Purpose Writing lists may be for various purposes (described below in a list!): To-do lists Best-of lists Grocery list Brainstorming list Checklist, etc. How Before writing a list, decide...
Writing an Email

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/email
Writing an Email Purpose Emails are a typical communication used for both personal and business purposes. How Every email needs the following parts: Subject line: Should have 3-5 keywords or a short phrase...
Verbal

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-digital/language/verbal
Verbal This is the language related to what you read - the words or text used to describe the icons, symbols, structures, or tasks. Verbal language can be complex and confusing. Often there are multiple...
Language Experience Approach

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/language-experience-approach
Language Experience Approach Purpose Write down personal stories at the same time as they are being told aloud. The written story reflects the writer’s own experiences and language. It connects writing...
Literacy Lost: Canada’s basic skills shortfall

https://calp.ca/resources/literacy-lost-canadas-basic-skills-shortfall.htm
People (even young people) tend to lose skills as they age, not through the aging process, but through lack of use. Up to 60% of Canadian employees experience skill mismatches, meaning they have either...
Everyday Purposes

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday-purposes
Writing for Everyday Purposes Here are 4 kinds of writing used everyday to help organize our lives, communicate with others, or for personal or interpersonal expression. Strategies for beginning writers: Journal...
Pearls of Wisdom from the Field

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-april-2017.htm#article-718
I think my biggest learning so far as a facilitator is that you need to work to become a member of the community you are working in. As those connections and relationships are fostered, the opportunities...
Grammar

https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/grammar
Grammar Purpose Correct grammar is not needed in every context. Informal writing or writing that is not shared can sound more like speech. Formal writing or writing that will be shared or published should...
How To Conduct a Needs Assessment

https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=561
Assessing the needs of your community doesn't necessarily need to involve hosting a large, complicated or expensive focus group. Conducting informal interviews or meetings with other community organizations...
Frantic Free: How to Calm Down, Lighten Up and Reduce Stress with Patricia Morgan

https://calp.ca/events/frantic-free-how-to-calm-down-lighten-up-and-reduce-stress-with-patricia-morgan.htm
Frantic Free: How to Calm Down, Lighten Up and Reduce Stress with Patricia MorganAugust 27, 1-2 pm MDT This upbeat and practical ‘how to’ session is based on Morgan’s Canadian Best selling micro-book, Frantic...
Common Ground: A South Region In-Person Gathering (Lethbridge)

https://calp.ca/events/common-ground-a-south-region-in-person-gathering-lethbridge.htm
A day of connecting, networking, and conversation with your CALP peers from around the region — rooted in one of Lethbridge's most remarkable places. The Helen Schuler Nature Centre sits within a 200-acre...
CALP Connections: April 2026

https://calp.ca/blog/calp-connections-april-2026-2026-03-12
CALP Connections: April 2026 2026-2027 Membership Renewal, Literacy & Learning Symposium, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Call for CLN Board Applications, Strengthening Literacy Practices,...
2020 Council of the Federation Literacy Award Nominations Open!

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-april-2020.htm#article-1143
The Council of the Federation Literacy Award was created in 2004 by Canada's Premiers to recognize literacy achievements in every province and territory. The award recognizes one Canadian organization...
Inclusive Learning Spaces for the LGBTQ2S+ Community

https://calp.ca/blog/inclusive-learning-spaces-for-the-lgbtq2s-community.htm
This week's guest blog comes to you from the CALP Team at Alberta Advanced Education: Interview with Brenda Barritt on inclusive learning spaces for the LGBTQ2S+ community. Brenda Barritt is the former...
Psychological First Aid Training for CALPs

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-september-2019.htm#article-1106
As you may remember in the May 2019 CALP Connections we announced a grant we received from the Advanced Learning and Community Partnerships Division of Alberta Advanced Education to support training for...
Indigenous Learning - Creating Safer Spaces Coming Soon!

https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-march-2019.htm#article-1080
We are delighted to announce the Indigenous Learning: Creating Safer Spaces workshop is being held on May 15 in Lac La Biche and on May 30 in Lethbridge. This workshop explores the issue of culture and...
CALP Connections: April 2025

https://calp.ca/blog/calp-connections-april-2025-2025-03-02
CALP Connections: April 2025 Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Symposium Update, Call for Outstanding Contribution Award Nominations, and more... 2025-2026 Membership RenewalUpcoming PDSymposium...
National Indigenous Languages Day

https://calp.ca/blog/national-indigenous-languages-day-2025-01-30
National Indigenous Languages Day Faye Beauchamp, Indigenous Liaison Tanshi nitotemak Hello my friends, Tanshi Kiyawow How are you? National Indigenous Languages Day National Indigenous Languages Day is...
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...