Adult Learner Leadership InstitutesALLI Graduation:
Southern California Library Literacy Network (SCLLN) Blog
24 Adult Learners from Southern California library literacy programs successfully completed the 2009 Adult Learner Leadership Institute.
11 adult learners graduated on May 30 at the Carlsbad Library Learning Center. 13 will graduate on June 13 at the Upland Public Library.
In addition to improving basic reading and writing skills, many learners are eager to take on new challenges and want to make a contribution of their own:
~ Become better role models for their families
~ Assume leadership roles at work
~ Participate in community activities and decision-making
~ Advocate for resources for adult learners
The 6-month ALLI program was founded in 2000 as the Henry Huffman Leadership Institute in memory of Henry Huffman, a dedicated learner who devoted his life to spreading awareness of literacy in the community. Graduates keep their skills active by facilitating and co-presenting sessions for new learners.
ALLI graduates build self esteem as they increase their potential to speak out effectively on community issues, and act as spokespersons for literacy causes.
Strengthening the Effectiveness of Adult Education
World Education/US: May 2009
Ernest Best, Executive Director-Massachusetts Alliance for Adult Literacy
This year’s Massachusetts Alliance for Adult Literacy (MassAAL) Student Leadership Conference was one of the best that we’ve had in our 10-year history. The conference successfully fulfilled its purposes: to bring adult learners together from across Massachusetts; to learn about current student leadership activities; and to reinforce the value and importance of student leadership to the ABE field by highlighting a number of leadership and advocacy successes at the local, state, and national levels.
11 adult learners graduated on May 30 at the Carlsbad Library Learning Center. 13 will graduate on June 13 at the Upland Public Library.
In addition to improving basic reading and writing skills, many learners are eager to take on new challenges and want to make a contribution of their own:
~ Become better role models for their families
~ Assume leadership roles at work
~ Participate in community activities and decision-making
~ Advocate for resources for adult learners
The 6-month ALLI program was founded in 2000 as the Henry Huffman Leadership Institute in memory of Henry Huffman, a dedicated learner who devoted his life to spreading awareness of literacy in the community. Graduates keep their skills active by facilitating and co-presenting sessions for new learners.
ALLI graduates build self esteem as they increase their potential to speak out effectively on community issues, and act as spokespersons for literacy causes.
Strengthening the Effectiveness of Adult Education
World Education/US: May 2009
Ernest Best, Executive Director-Massachusetts Alliance for Adult Literacy
This year’s Massachusetts Alliance for Adult Literacy (MassAAL) Student Leadership Conference was one of the best that we’ve had in our 10-year history. The conference successfully fulfilled its purposes: to bring adult learners together from across Massachusetts; to learn about current student leadership activities; and to reinforce the value and importance of student leadership to the ABE field by highlighting a number of leadership and advocacy successes at the local, state, and national levels.
Students not only attended workshops, but they designed and facilitated them as well. In addition to being engaging and enjoyable, the workshops had clear learning objectives. Learners walked away feeling that they had learned something of value that will help them in their daily lives. The workshops dealt with issues such as the MassAAL Student Leadership Regional Teams and defining student leadership; health: “How to Protect Yourself from Disease and Germs"; and some students shared their methods for finding jobs. The students’ presentations demonstrated a level of competence and professionalism that was good for all of those in attendance. I can’t help but guess that those presentations must have done wonders to increase the level of confidence and self-esteem for the presenters themselves. It’s a moment in their lives that I’m sure they'll never forget. READ MORE !
Voice of Adult Learners United to Educate - VALUE
On May 3-5, 2009, VALUE held its 6th biennial Leadership Institute in New Carrollton, MD. Cosponsored this year by ProLiteracy Worldwide , the event’s full name is the National Adult Learner Leadership Institute and Adult Literacy Congress.
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