released in 2009 and provides a framework for action that coordinates the efforts of the Government of Alberta (Enterprise and Advanced Education, Alberta Education, Alberta Human Services, and others) and its many partners to improve literacy levels for Albertans so they can thrive and contribute to the next generation economy. This report proposed numerous priority actions for the Government of Alberta to undertake between 2009 and 2013 involving community oriented action in order to achieve improved access and literacy across the province. The report (2010) provided Increasing Learner Access through System Alignment recommendations for action and proposes guidelines related to the stewardship role of Comprehensive Community Institutions, the regional access planning process, and further develops of the concept of community learning centres. A Community Adult Learning program provides funding and support for community organizations for the purpose of promoting and facilitating adult learning opportunities. These programs are available in more than 350 communities, with the goal of improving literacy, essential skills, and assisting people in reaching their own learning goals. As of 2011 the program funded four streams, including: $6,041,545 for the base Community Adult Learning Council grant for expenses incurred by organizations conducting adult learning activities; $825,000 the rural innovation and access program grant; the family literacy initiative fund at $2,088,663; as well as the volunteer tutor adult literacy services grant worth $2,492,300 (p. 5). Part III: Rethinking system design. Governments in a number of Canadian provinces have steps to increase access that involve a rethinking of institutional roles and objectives, and of the relationships between institutions and sectors within the broader educational system. Examples include initiatives designed to facilitate movement between the school system and the higher education system,
released in 2009 and provides a framework for action that coordinates the efforts of the Government of Alberta (Enterprise and Advanced Education, Alberta Education, Alberta Human Services, and others) and its many partners to improve literacy levels for Albertans so they can thrive and contribute to the next generation economy. This report proposed numerous priority actions for the Government of Alberta to undertake between 2009 and 2013 involving community oriented action in order to achieve improved access and literacy across the province. The Increasing Learner Access through System Alignment report (2010) provided recommendations for action and proposes guidelines related to the stewardship role of Comprehensive Community Institutions, the regional access planning process, and further develops of the concept of community learning centres. A Community Adult Learning program provides funding and support for community organizations for the purpose of promoting and facilitating adult learning opportunities. These programs are available in more than 350 communities, with the goal of improving literacy, essential skills, and assisting people in reaching their own learning goals. As of 2011 the program funded four streams, including: $6,041,545 for the base Community Adult Learning Council grant for expenses incurred by organizations conducting adult learning activities; $825,000 the rural innovation and access program grant; the family literacy initiative fund at $2,088,663; as well as the volunteer tutor adult literacy services grant worth $2,492,300 (p. 5). Part III: Rethinking system design. Governments in a number of Canadian provinces have steps to increase access that involve a rethinking of institutional roles and objectives, and of the relationships between institutions and sectors within the broader educational system. Examples include initiatives designed to facilitate movement between the school system and the higher education system,
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