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Workforce Preparation Resources
Workforce preparation is an essential component of integrated education and training programs (IET), and it is also a valuable addition to any adult education course offering. As many classes and training programs transition to distance learning models, workforce preparation activities become increasingly important to support learners as they… Read More
My Young Life
by Saad Al Dulaimi I entered primary school when I was 6 years old. My school was called Al Maaref Elementary School for Boys and it was located in the capital of Iraq, Baghdad, in the city of Zafaraniyah. It is still in the same place in this city. I… Read More
The Love of Parents
by Meimei Liu The cold air stretched from night to day. It has rained for many hours. Gradually, the rain changed to snow. The snow slowly covered the houses and cars. Finally, the world outside was blanketed in white. Inside, a house is decorated with red paper scrolls, red lanterns,… Read More
Enjoy the Slow Life in Charlottesville
by Janice Jung I’m from Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Seoul is the largest and busiest city in Korea with a population of 10 million. You can do everything all day. Many restaurants are open 24/7. If you just make a phone call, you can enjoy anything at home. Read More
My Life in the US: Moving Back and Forth Between Japan and the US
by Yoshimi Hiramatsu Introduction My husband and I have been moving back and forth between Japan and the US three times for 22 years because of his business. I would like to talk about how different life has been between two countries. I am glad for this opportunity to share… Read More
EdTech Strategy Sessions: Integrating Digital Literacy Into the Classroom & Using Tech in Correctional Settings
Integrating digital literacy into IET classrooms? Using tech in correctional settings? Sign us up! Susan Grochowski of Virginia’s Peninsula Regional Education Program and Mary Hayes from Workbay join the EdTech Center @WorldEducation for the next EdTech Strategy session to share their insights on these two topics. Register… Read More
Empowering Neighborhood Ambassadors Through English Language Teaching
by Lisa Vaughn and Xavier Muñoz The English Empowerment Center has partnered with Fairfax County’s Opportunity Neighborhoods program to build essential language and digital literacy skills for their Neighborhood Ambassadors. Ambassadors are residents who act as a bridge between the vulnerable communities in which they live and local… Read More
GROWTH Coaching: Making Time for Reflection and Action Planning Even in Turbulent Times
by Hillary Major As a professional development specialist, I’ve long believed in the value of coaching, both as coach and coachee. Over the years, the emphasis on evidence-based best practices in professional learning—approaches that are intensive, ongoing, and job-embedded; are specific and focused; build knowledge and relationships through collaborative… Read More
Message from the VDOE: The Importance of Staying in Touch
The Importance of Staying in Touch Thank you to everyone who has risen to the challenges that the COVID-19 outbreak has presented. We are so impressed with how adult education programs and instructors are working to provide continuity of learning for students. Your efforts support students and families… Read More
Atlas ABE: Learning Math Asynchronously: Best Practices, Resources and More
Students have incredibly busy schedules and this can prevent them from attending scheduled classes to meet their needs. In the past, we may have simply offered students access to a distance learning platform. Today we have access to a variety of tools and resources to provide students with a more… Read More