Developing Quality Adult Education Teachers

1. Developing Quality Adult Education Teachers A Guide for Adult Education Administrators

2. Agenda Welcome and Introductions Presentation of Power-point �Developing Quality Adult Education Teachers� Evaluation Adjourn This presentation can be adjusted to fit a 1 or 2 hour block of time. The participation of the audience in activities determines the length. Handouts at the end of the slide show should be printed out in advance for distribution.This presentation can be adjusted to fit a 1 or 2 hour block of time. The participation of the audience in activities determines the length. Handouts at the end of the slide show should be printed out in advance for distribution.

3. Prepared by Florida�s Department of Education Adult EducationPractitioner�s Task Force for GED, Adult High School, and VPI2006

4. Acknowledgments Written by Sharron L. Albrecht, Orange County Public Schools Verna Mason, Indian River Community College

5. Reviewed by Lynne Voltaggio, Orange County Public Schools Carol Charvet, Brevard County Public Schools

6. Objectives of Training To assist administrators in identifying resources for hiring adult education teachers To provide adult education teachers with the knowledge needed to understand the needs of their students, to correctly use resources, and to properly document student progress

7. What is Adult Education? Organized public educational programs, other than regular full-time and summer elementary and secondary day school, that provide opportunities for adults and out-of-school-youth who have not graduated to further their education www.usoe.k12.ut.us/data/glossary.htm A course (via lectures or correspondence) for adults who are not otherwise engaged in formal study www.wordnet.princeton.edu/pert/webwn Adult education is the practice of teaching and educating adults. This is often done in the workplace, or through �extension� or �continuing education� courses at secondary schools, or at a College or University. The practice is also often referred to as �Training and Development.� It has also been referred to as andragogy ( to distinguish it from pedagogy). www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adult_Education(song) Prior to showing this slide, the presenter could ask the participants to discuss among themselves what they believe to be the definition of adult education. Then after listening to the responses further open the slide to show the definitions and web sites.Prior to showing this slide, the presenter could ask the participants to discuss among themselves what they believe to be the definition of adult education. Then after listening to the responses further open the slide to show the definitions and web sites.

8. Marketing/Promoting Adult Education Programs http://www.cewca.org/ The focus of this article is on the development of adult learner friendly practices in post-secondary education, and, in particular, the development of prior learning assessments and recognition systems. http://acrchon.educ.ketn.edu/Oasis/Pubs/0200-17.html The purpose of this article is to present information on marketing and how it may be used to achieve the goals of adult literacy programs. In addition, recommendations that have implications for policy changes are provided. The above information and more can be found on www.floridatechnet.org.

9. What is an Adult Ed Teacher? A certified instructor holding a state license or community college board of trustees certification A person dedicated to assisting adults in achieving their goals Pass the GED Earn the High School Diploma VPI Certificate Learn to speak English Pursue other immediate or long range educational objectives The presenter may need to explain each of the Adult Ed Offerings GED: General Educational Development Test. This is a test for people who did not finish high school. It does not require a student passing the FCAT. Students who pass the test are awarded a Florida High School Diploma based on the GED. High School Diploma: Adult students enroll in high school classes that they have not completed. They must pass the FCAT. Upon completion of 24 credits in required categories and passing the FCAT, a standard high school diploma issued from the state of Florida is given VPI: Vocational Preparatory Instruction: Students desiring to enter a Career and Technical Education Program who are deficient in skills and scores needed to successfully complete a program may enroll in these classes to improve their reading, math, and language skills in order to successfully complete a program. AEL ( ESOL): English classes taught to speakers of other languages in order for the student to become proficient in speaking English. Various Adult Education Centers offer classes for personal enrichment, and specific preparatory classes to meet the needs of the community or institution that they serve.The presenter may need to explain each of the Adult Ed Offerings GED: General Educational Development Test. This is a test for people who did not finish high school. It does not require a student passing the FCAT. Students who pass the test are awarded a Florida High School Diploma based on the GED. High School Diploma: Adult students enroll in high school classes that they have not completed. They must pass the FCAT. Upon completion of 24 credits in required categories and passing the FCAT, a standard high school diploma issued from the state of Florida is given VPI: Vocational Preparatory Instruction: Students desiring to enter a Career and Technical Education Program who are deficient in skills and scores needed to successfully complete a program may enroll in these classes to improve their reading, math, and language skills in order to successfully complete a program. AEL ( ESOL): English classes taught to speakers of other languages in order for the student to become proficient in speaking English. Various Adult Education Centers offer classes for personal enrichment, and specific preparatory classes to meet the needs of the community or institution that they serve.

10. Recruiting Teachers K-12 Resources Contact principals at local schools for potential candidates Check substitute teacher rosters Locate recently retired educators who may desire part time work. Community College Resources --Respond to Human Resources applications --Request referrals from colleagues --Advertise in local newspapers --Post job openings on college website --Network with associates When recruiting from the elementary schools be mindful of what subject areas are to be taught. Elementary teachers are excellent for literacy programs and lower level ABE students. It is usually more effective to hire middle and high school teachers to teach the Pre-GED and GED classes. The level of math and language skills used at the 6-12 level are needed in these classes. Seeking a balance of teachers strong in math and language is vital. Reading specialists teachers are a special need in adult education classes today.When recruiting from the elementary schools be mindful of what subject areas are to be taught. Elementary teachers are excellent for literacy programs and lower level ABE students. It is usually more effective to hire middle and high school teachers to teach the Pre-GED and GED classes. The level of math and language skills used at the 6-12 level are needed in these classes. Seeking a balance of teachers strong in math and language is vital. Reading specialists teachers are a special need in adult education classes today.

11. Expectations Full time program teachers Part time program teachers