Initial Considerations for Developing Workplace Curriculum (Based on Whole Language Concepts).

Autor/in	Jarvis, Mary I.
Titel	Initial Considerations for Developing Workplace Curriculum (Based on Whole Language Concepts).
Quelle	(1997), (6 Seiten) PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Monographie
Schlagwörter	Leitfaden; Adult Education; Apprenticeships; Curriculum Development; Industrial Education; Inplant Programs; Outcomes of Education; Pretests Posttests; Program Development; Program Effectiveness; Program Evaluation; Whole Language Approach; Workplace Literacy; Michigan (Detroit) + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Adult; Adults; Education; Adult basic education; Adult training; Erwachsenenbildung; Apprenticeship; Lehre; Curriculum; Development; Curriculumentwicklung; Lehrplan; Entwicklung; Betriebliche Weiterbildung; Lernleistung; Schulerfolg; Programmplanung; Programme evaluation; Programmevaluation; Integrierter Sprachunterricht
Abstract	Project ALERT, a 3-year Wayne State University workplace education program in partnership with 5 varied worksites in metropolitan Detroit, developed replicable workplace literacy models. A review of literature provided information on how and why adults learn. A needs assessment and on-site observations were conducted to determine which sets of learning opportunities to include. The needs expressed by workers matched those indicated by managers. Both groups were especially interested in mathematics skills to pass the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) for entry into the apprenticeship program for skilled trades. A modified whole language approach was used to develop the curriculum, including connections to prior knowledge, metacognition, teacher mentoring and coaching, and valuing the knowledge each participant brings while providing a risk-free environment. Pre-and post-class administration of the DAT demonstrated the effectiveness of the program, because the three workers who were chosen for the apprenticeship program had failed the first administration but passed after taking the class. The workers also reported satisfaction with the classes and a good rate of application of class-acquired knowledge to the job. (KC)
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC