[FocusOnBasics 194] New from NCSALL--An Evaluation of Focus on Basics
Kaye Beall
kabeall at comcast.net
Mon Mar 13 13:27:54 EST 2006
"It's not an expensive journal, but has high quality articles with current
research and
techniques. . it helps me stay connected with the profession." says one
reader of Focus on Basics.
The results of a survey on the impact of Focus on Basics on its readers is
available on the NCSALL Web site at http://www.ncsall.net/?id=29#27. To
order a printed version ($10), go to http://www.ncsall.net/?id=681. (Printed
copies will be available by 3/17/06.)
SNEAK PREVIEW: The findings were overwhelmingly upbeat. The 292 readers who
completed the survey report that Focus on Basics has had a positive impact
in the following ways:
. It has influenced their beliefs about adult basic education.
. It has helped them feel connected to the larger education community as
professionals.
. It has contributed to the development of communities of practice.
. It has enabled them to make a connection between research and practice.
. It has provided them with concrete ideas they have used to change their
programs and practice.
Four in-depth interviews with professional development providers are
included as well.
Read the report to find out more about how the publication is and can be
used as a professional development tool.
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Kaye Beall
Outreach Coordinator/NCSALL Dissemination Project
World Education
4401 S. Madison St.
Muncie, IN 47302
Tel: 765-717-3942
Fax: 208-694-8262
kaye_beall at worlded.org
http://www.ncsall.net
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