MoWINs Portal - Adult Learning Academy - Integrated Reading and Writing
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Keywords
Integrated Reading and Writing , Reading , English , Literacy , Self-Paced , Contextualized , Reading Assignments , Reading Rate , Syllabus , Developmental Education , Healthcare , STEM
Project
Authors
Date Submitted
2016
Material Type
Collection
Secondary Material Type
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Presentation
Syllabus
Tutorial
Workshop and Training Material
Video - Instructional
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Presentation
Syllabus
Tutorial
Workshop and Training Material
Video - Instructional
Institution
St. Louis Community College
Industry Partner
SSM Health contributed to design of the program including validation of student learning outcomes
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 4
Additional Public Access
Abstract
Adult Learning Academy – Integrated Reading and Writing is a competency-based, contextualized and accelerated basic academic skills program aligned to the competencies in credit developmental education English and reading courses. The ALA introduces the reading and writing skills students need to communicate effectively in today’s workforce and to succeed in college level coursework. Students develop reading and writing skills and improve their ability to transfer those skills from one context to another, to think critically, and to transition successfully to college coursework in pursuit of an academic credential. Through a series of competency-based and portfolio-assessed learning experiences, students develop confidence in themselves as lifelong learners who can adapt to the changing demands of the workplace. Successful completion of Adult Learning Academy – Integrated Reading and Writing is an essential step on a pathway to healthcare, IT, machining, and other STEM-related careers.
Industry (NAISC)
Developmental Education
Occupation (SOC)
All Occupations (00-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Basic Skills (32)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent