Fall Programs
Literacy Plus is busy again with classes and activities starting for the fall season.
- Computer classes began again the week of September 18. Terrie Watson is teaching Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our new teacher, Jerome Coulas will teach the Thursday evening class in Eganville, and the Wednesday class in Renfrew. Jerome has a varied background in technology, human resource management, and direct service with Community Living clients. He is also an accomplished artist with his own gallery; his work is well known in the Eganville area. We are pleased to welcome him to our "team."
- The computer class in Renfrew starts October 11. Literacy Plus partners with Employment Networks to offer 10-week courses to their clients who are working on job skills.
- Our new adult basic skills and upgrading course started September 25. The course offers 24 hours a week of instruction in communications, math, computer, personal management and job readiness skills. Six people are now registered, some full-time and some part-time. Lee, Diane and Terrie are instructing. We are also very pleased to have Gus Cammaert teaching the math class. His wealth of experience as a teacher and school principal will make him a great asset to this program.
- The third series of Workready Online classes starts October 12. This 10- week course helps students work on reading and writing skills, research and critical thinking, and issues such as problem solving, self-confidence, and managing time and personal stress. At the same time, they work on computer, Internet and e-mail skills.
- The one-to-one tutoring program is ongoing, with tutor training scheduled for October and November. Diane is currently contacting tutors and students to catch up after the summer and offer support.
- Maxine Golden will offer three craft workshops this fall: harvest wreaths on Wednesday, September 27; pine cone ornaments on Friday, October 27; and Christmas wreaths on Friday, November 24, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tutor Training
Literacy Plus will hold two days of tutor training this fall. We remind you that all new tutors are required to take the basic training. Experienced tutors may welcome a refresher, the chance to learn new things, and the opportunity to meet and share experiences with other tutors.
Workshop topics for Saturday, October 21 are:
- Working with Adult Literacy Learners
- Planning Lessons for Success: How to Motivate Our Learners and Ourselves
Topics for Saturday November 25 are:
- Working with Learners with Learning Disabilities
- Tips for Teaching Communication Skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing
- Using the Computer as a Learning Resource
The workshops will be held at the office in Eganville, from 9:30 to 3:30. Space is limited, so please mark the dates and be ready to register.