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Mid-Atlantic Regional Technology in Education Consortium
1301 Cecil B. Moore Ave.
Ritter Annex 9th Floor
Temple University - CRHDE
Philadelphia, PA 19122
800-892-5550
215-204-5130 (fax)
General Inquires:
Laurence Peters
Judith Stull
Technical Assistance:
Barry Mansfield
Professional Development:
Joan Pasternak
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Temple University Center for Research
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2005 Profile of Teachers’ Use of Technology in the Mid-Atlantic Region
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by
Tracey Myszka
Temple University
Adult literacy education represents a fluid, ever-changing field. Institutions of higher learning are increasingly developing research to study the use of online instruction and Internet access to improve adult literacy. The latest research and most progressive lessons, software and books can all be found online. This Techno-Brief examines some of the latest resources for adult literacy educators looking for new and challenging ways to instruct their students.
The National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy (NCSALL) features an interactive website for adult education practitioners. The site is based on the Adult Reading Component Study (ARCS), research-based assessment practices for the adult education classroom. Researchers tested participants individually on 11 skills (components) that contribute to reading ability. A list of scores for each learner constitutes that individual’s reading profile, illustrating his or her strengths and instructional needs. |
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• The website (http://www.nifl.gov/readingprofiles) groups the individuals into 11 profiles and focuses on 5 key components: word recognition, spelling, word meaning, silent reading comprehension, and oral reading rate. Each profile group shows a distinctive pattern and/or level of reading component skills. The “Match a Profile” link allows instructors to enter scores for their learners and be matched to one of the 11 ARCS-based profiles. You will find suggestions for instruction as well as information about the ARCS learners in each group that may relate to your learner. The “Take the Mini-Course” link provides extensive information on the major reading components and assessment and contains references and downloadable resources.
• The Adult Literacy and Technology Network is a national effort dedicated to finding solutions for using technology to enhance adult literacy by means of conferences, training, technical assistance, and communication media. The website (http://www.altn.org) provides a list of upcoming conferences and contact information for the steering committee—18 people with national reputations and various specialty areas within the field of adult literacy and technology. The LINCS Tech Collection features literacy resources including WebQuests for adult learners and teacher/tutor resources organized by categories including lesson plans, procedural guides, software review/evaluation, and utilities/tools. This section also features grant and funding opportunities as well as research resources that support evidence-based education.
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