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By "demo"- ing different solutions that are proven models for workplace education, you can find a matching solution for your employees' skills needs.

You can find model programs, including instructional models, curricula, professional development, and life-long learning modules that may serve as a guide for new programs from The Division of Adult Education and Literacy Clearinghouse.
   URL: http://ed.gov/offices/OVAE/AdultEd/InfoBoard/f-16.html

The Awards for Excellence in Workplace Literacy showcase exemplary workplace literacy programs in Canadian organizations.  Look in the Ideabooks for workplace education examples in small, medium and large businesses.
    URL: http://www.conferenceboard.ca/education/awards

The Center for Workforce Preparation (CWP) provides tools, models and best practices in workforce develoPment.  An affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the CWP helps state and local chambers better engage in workforce development.
    URL: http://www.uschamber.com/CWP

Watch the ChamberCasts and with the help of an expert panel and featured chambers, learn how to: identify effective and appropriate training initiatives; explore innovative strategies that work across regional and local labor markets and for small businesses; and benefit from training models that have been developed by chambers of commerce and other employer intermediaries.
   URL:
http://www.uschamber.com/CWP/Projects/Workforce+Innovation+Networks/Cybercast+Series.htm 

Aztec CD-ROM "Action Learning" series uses graphics and sound to teach workforce and academic skills. Correlated to ACT'S Work Keys, the TABE, and the latest GED tests, this versatile multi-level web enabled product can be configured directly to the adult students' needs. You may review a free demo of this company's new CD-ROM internet-enabled multimedia "Aztec Learning System" by submitting a request on their website.
    URL: http://www.aztecsoftware.com/demo.htm

Blue Lobster Multimedia Productions - Virtual Electrician Series is an interactive computer-based training series covering power quality issues and investigative techniques for various components of the premises wiring system. Using up-to-date information and 3D graphics, it is designed to present wiring conditions and investigations similar to those encountered in the field.
    URL: http://www.virtualelectrician.com/Free/Demo.htm

DigitalThink is a provider of over 1500 hours of Web-based information technology training. The DigitalThinkSampler demo includes examples of lessons from the company's actual courses and a web-based training overview illustrating the company's instructional design methods.
    URL: http://www.digitalthink.com/catalog/free/

PLATO provides on-line basic skills courses for youth and adults, and offers four sample math modules: Fractions Problem Solving; Converting Volume Measurement; Math Conversions; Using Base, Rate & Portion. PLATO courses also cover these basic skill areas: reading & writing, science, social studies, technology, work skills, and life skills.
    URL: http://www.plato.com/distance2/demo/intro.html

MEGASKILLS^® provide adults with unique, easy to use strategies for adult education and learning, lifelong learning, continuing education, career education, self-help and personal development. Megaskills are the attitudes, behaviors, and habits needed for learning and success in school and on the job.
    URL: http://www.MegaSkillsHSI.org/

Abilities Builder computer programs use a unique method to improve retention of subject materials and improve basic academic skills in reading, spelling, writing and math. The materials are suitable for both children and adults, regardless of age and ability. Visit the site and try the free versions.
     URL:  www.tis-co.com

GCFLearnFree.org, formerly GCF Global Learning, offers a variety of free online computer, technology, and life skills training programs with support from GCF Community Foundation.
     URL: http://www.GCFLearnFree.org

Bestimation is at report that looks at how imaginative use of calculators can enhance learning in adult numeracy classes. It suggests activities to develop estimation and problem-solving skills, providing learners with opportunities for self-directed learning.
     URL: http://www.nrdc.org.uk/publications_details.asp?ID=108

Noncredit college courses help to meet shifting workforce demands and address employer needs. This report identifies ways to ensure that noncredit courses meet the needs of students and employers.
     URL: http://www.aacc.nche.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/ResourceCenter/AACC
Publications/Reports1/noncredit.pdf

Building Basics: ESOL Toolkit for General Construction, Landscaping, Painting and Plumbing was created by the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center to address the needs of non-native speakers of English in the construction trades. The lessons directly incorporate the vocabulary and knowledge base specific to jobs in contracting.
     URL: http://www.valrc.org/publications/buildingbasics/

TV411 provides free, interactive lessons for improving adult literacy skills. Video, print and online resources are used to teach reading, writing, vocabulary and math.
     URL: http://www.tv411.org

On the Job: ESL and Essential Skills for Work: Document Use is a report that includes sample document use tasks for various occupations as well as anecdotes and strategies for teaching skills relating to the use of documents in the workplace.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/document/document.pdf

On the Job: ESL and Essential Skills for Work: Oral Communication is a report that includes sample oral communications tasks for various occupations as well as anecdotes and strategies for teaching skills relating to the use of documents in the workplace.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/oral/oral.pdf

On the Job: ESL and Essential Skills for Work: Thinking is a report that offers strategies and ideas for teaching problem solving, decision making, critical thinking and job task planning skills.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/thinking/thinking.pdf

On the Job: ESL and Essential Skills for Work: Working with Others is a report that gives examples of different skill levels of working with others as well as anecdotes, teaching tips and strategies.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/others/others.pdf

On the Job: ESL and Essential Skills for Work: Reading Text is a report that discusses typical reading tasks for several occupations and includes teaching ideas, anecdotes and resource suggestions.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/reading/reading.pdf

On the Job: Essential Skills for Work: Numeracy is a report that presents sample numeracy tasks for specific occupations and suggests strategies and teaching ideas.
     URL: http://www.nald.ca/library/learning/cclb/numeracy/numeracy.pdf

New Ways to Build a Quality Workforce: An Employer's Guide aims to engage businesses in developing high quality workforces by inspiring creative thinking, providing an alternative model for talent development, providing resource materials and encouraging long-term engagement.
     URL: http://www.cvworkingfamilies.org/publications/workforcereadiness

Developing Curriculum: An Evolving Model for Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education describes a process for developing curriculum with learning partners, such as tutors and learners, with support from organizers, managers and others.
     URL: http://www.nzliteracyportal.org.nz/imsdirector.php?resid=4373&ruid=2182

Development tools by Learning Resources, Inc. provide employers and workforce developers with 'mini-simulations' that can be integrated into academic and career courses or work-experience to help people better understand the soft skills employers seek.
     URL: http://www.learning-resources.com/

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Last updated: Feb. 5, 2010.