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Title: Evaluation of California Human Development Corporation Workplace Literacy Program.
Language: English
Authors: Kissam and Associates, Sebastopol, CA.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 45
Publication Date: 1991
Sponsoring Agency: California Human Development Corp.
Document Type: Reports - Evaluative
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Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Agriculture, Employer Attitudes, Limited English Speaking, Migrant Education, Migrant Workers, Program Evaluation, Student Attitudes, Workplace Literacy
Geographic Terms: U.S.; California
Abstract: This is an evaluation report of the California Human Development Corporation (CHDC) Rural Workplace Literacy Project targeting migrant farmworkers. The program provided bilingual instruction in 15 worksites tailored to job-related literacy needs. Evaluation data were gathered through interviews, test results, observation, and an in-class assignment. Programs ran an average of 22 weeks. Instructional materials consisted of core materials from CHDC and teacher-developed materials. All learners used Spanish as their primary language. The average age of learners was 33 and educational levels ranged from 0-13 years. The findings of the evaluation were: (1) all program participants were very positive toward the program; (2) learning outcomes were positive in the areas of basic skills, self-confidence, use of English in the workplace, and willingness to participate in education; (3) most employers didn't understand how the literacy program could help them; (4) employers and employees had different objectives for the education process; (5) most learners wanted workplace literacy in order to move on to a different job; (6) content varied greatly among instructors; and (7) instructors wanted more support. Recommendations for improvement emphasize curricular modifications, employer involvement, support services, and quality control. Appendix A includes results of interviews of employers, instructors, and learners. Appendix B contains pre- and post-test Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System scores. (KS)
Journal Code: RIEAUG1992
Entry Date: 1992
Accession Number: ED343734
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