"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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