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Contents 1 What does computer technology integration look like ? 2 As a teacher, where can I find....? 3 Does computer-assisted instruction have proven benefits? For example, does it result in higher learning gains? 4 How do people learn about and keep up with changes in technology? 5 Distance Learning Questions... 6 Other Technology Questions

What does computer technology integration look like ?

• ClassroomPractices
• AleTechnologyIntegration
• ResearchOnTech#What_do_research_and_professional_wisdom_tell_us_about_the_value_and_impact_of_integrating_technology_into_the_classroom.3F

As a teacher, where can I find....?

1. An outline or syllabus for an Intro to Computers for English language learning , a very basic computer literacy course for all levels of English language learning students?AleTechnologyESOLComputerIntro
2. A students' computer skills assessment for ABE or ELL? AleTechnologyComputerAssessment
3. Lessons on how to search the Web for ABE or ELL ? AleTechnologyWebSearching
4. State adult education technology standards? AleTechnologyStandards
5. An annotated list of online professional development opportunities in adult literacy education? AlePDOnline
6. Free online course platforms/learning management systems for designing online courses for students or for other teachers http://www-writing.berkeley.edu/TESL-EJ/ej26/m2.html

Does computer-assisted instruction have proven benefits? For example, does it result in higher learning gains?

• AleTechnologyCAI

How do people learn about and keep up with changes in technology?

• AleTechnologyKeepingUp

Distance Learning Questions...

1. What does research tell us about distance learning (DL) for adult basic education and ESOL learners? ResearchOnTech
2. What are the characteristics of successful ABE DL students? What does it take to be a successful DLearner, especially when you haven't succeeded as a student in traditional education? See DL Johnston Question 1
3. Which DL recruitment methods have been most successful? What strategies have distance learning programs found successful to identify and recruit distance learning students?
4. What distance learning models are most successful in retaining adult learners' interest and active participation over time? See DL Johnston Question 2
   • Are retention issues the same/different for distance learning programs as in face-to-face programs? What are effective distance learning retention strategies?
5. What are the greatest challenges in implementing distance learning projects with adult learners, and what are some strategies to address the challenges? See DL Johnston Question 3
6. What sorts of assessments do you use with distance learning? See DL Johnston Question 4
   • How can we assess students' needs at a distance and provide appropriate supports? What non-standard assessments and/or other indicators of progress should we consider?
7. If you receive federal dollars then you should be adhering to the NRS, but I understand that this can be quite a challenge given the mismatch between the tests and the nature of learning/content within DL. What do you do in this circumstance? See DL Johnston Question 5
8. What are some emerging technologies that may make distance learning more accessible to adult learners? See DL Johnston Question 6
9. Has anyone had a lot of success with distance education in their program?
10. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for developing or implementing a distance education program with basic skills students? See DL with basic skills students
11. What technologies are used in distance learning?
12. (How) can low-level readers/speakers (of English and other languages) use distance learning effectively?
13. How effective is distance learning for (English and other) language learning? http://www.ncsall.net/?id=742
14. What distance learning resources are available and appropriate for ABE and ESOL students?
    • Are there good materials online which students can use for home study?
15. What distance learning curricula are most effective with which kinds of distance learning students?
16. How does the academic progress of DL students compare with classroom students? http://www.ncsall.net/?id=742
17. What learner supports are needed for effective DL?
18. How do student roles change as a result of distance learning? What steps should we take to orient, train, and support these students?
19. How are teacher (and other staff) roles different in distance learning? What specific supports are necessary to help staff build and run distance learning programs?
20. Where can I find online professional development opportunities in adult literacy education? AlePDOnline
21. How can DL students participate in face-to-face (e.g. classroom) learning and/or how can classroom learners participate in distance learning (e.g. online learning) ?
22. What are the (U.S.) National Reporting System (NRS) regulations for distance learning? (Go to http://www.nrsweb.org Look under "What's New?" )

Other Technology Questions

1. Software. Caroline Mitchell asks: "I am looking for suggestions for engaging, adult literacy software. We are expanding our literacy program to include computer labs so that we can immediately assist students that would normally be placed on our waiting list. I need software for adults and teens who are low literate. I have found software for our elementary aged students that is very engaging. However, much of the software I have previewed for older audiences is much dryer.I do not want something for children, but would like something interesting. Any suggestions?" Software Advice
2. As individuals who work in the integration of technology into literacy programs, do you view yourself as a literacy instructor teaching technology? or as a technology instructor teaching literacy? How does this affect your approach to teaching and working with learners?
3. Online Reading Skills How are online reading skills different from reading hard copy books? Online Reading Skills
4. Text-to-Speech Should text-to-speech be available to LD students? AleLD
5. Making a Wiki How do you create a wiki? Creating a Wiki

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