Alamance Community College Celebrates National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week – Alamance Community College
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Graham, NC – ACC’s College and Career Readiness Program Celebrates National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
September 18-22, 2023
Introduction
ACC’s College and Career Readiness Program, in partnership with the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE), invites you to join us in celebrating National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week from September 18-22, 2023.
Pre-Kick off Event
To recognize the accomplishments of adult education and family literacy students, ACC’s College and Career Readiness will be sponsoring a “Let’s Talk about Adult Education” event on September 13, 2023. The event will feature interactive spaces highlighting program areas for English language learners, individuals seeking their High School Equivalence, adults with learning differences, and those in need of digital literacy skills. Additionally, successful community partnerships that support adult education in Alamance County will be showcased.
The Importance of Adult Education
Over 30 million Americans over the age of 25 – or one out of every 9 U.S. citizens – do not have a high school diploma. The ACC College and Career Readiness program is dedicated to changing this statistic by serving over 900 students each program year.
Research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that job growth for individuals without a high school diploma or some college experience is minimal or even negative. By 2024, 48 percent of job openings will require middle-skill workers, while 32 percent will require high-skill workers. This means that in less than a year, nearly 80 percent of all job openings will require more than a high school degree. Through ACC’s College and Career Readiness program, adults have the opportunity to explore career pathways and enhance their skills to advance their careers through postsecondary education or training.
Program Details
Classes offered by ACC’s College and Career Readiness program are free and available at various locations, including the main campus, Dillingham Center, Alamance County Public Library, City Gate Dream Center, Sustainable Alamance, and Alamance County Detention Center. The program offers a range of options, such as face-to-face classes, hybrid learning, online courses, and mail-in formats. To enroll in the program, individuals can call 336-506-4376. Additionally, ACC provides free childcare during class time at the City Gate Dream Center and Sustainable Alamance.
Adult Education and Family Literacy Programs
Adult education and family literacy programs cater to adults who need to improve their basic literacy and math skills, enhance their oral and written English proficiency, obtain a high school equivalence degree, and prepare for postsecondary education or training.
Family literacy programs specifically serve parents and their young children by teaching basic skills, English as a Second Language (ESL), and parenting skills to adults while providing high-quality instruction to their children. These programs aim to break the cycles of low literacy, low education, and poverty.
Contact Information
For more information about ACC’s College and Career Readiness program, please contact 336-506-4376.
About the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE)
The Coalition on Adult Basic Education is the premier national professional association of adult educators. With over 79,000 members, COABE’s mission is to inspire educators so that adults succeed and communities thrive. Visit their website at www.coabe.org.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.6 By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy. | – Number of adults participating in adult education programs. – Literacy and numeracy rates among adults. |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.6 By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training. | – Proportion of youth in employment, education, or training. – Employment rates among individuals without a high school diploma or some college experience. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.7 Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies. | – Access to education and training opportunities for migrants and individuals with learning differences. – Integration of migrants into adult education programs. |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 4: Quality Education
The article addresses the issue of adult education and family literacy programs, which are aimed at improving basic literacy and math skills, English proficiency, and obtaining a high school equivalence degree. These programs contribute to achieving SDG 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all.
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
The article highlights the importance of education and skills training for adults to advance their careers and access better job opportunities. By addressing the issue of low education levels among adults, the article connects to SDG 8, which aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
The article mentions the need to break the cycles of low literacy, low education, and poverty. By providing access to education and training opportunities for adults with learning differences and migrants, the article aligns with SDG 10, which focuses on reducing inequalities within and among countries.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy.
The article emphasizes the importance of adult education and family literacy programs in improving basic literacy and math skills among adults. By addressing the issue of low education levels among adults, these programs contribute to achieving Target 4.6 under SDG 4.
Target 8.6: By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training.
The article highlights the role of education and skills training in helping adults advance their careers and access better job opportunities. By addressing the issue of unemployment and lack of education among adults, the article connects to Target 8.6 under SDG 8.
Target 10.7: Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies.
The article mentions the need to provide education and training opportunities for migrants and individuals with learning differences. By addressing the issue of inclusion and integration of migrants into adult education programs, the article aligns with Target 10.7 under SDG 10.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
The article does not explicitly mention specific indicators to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, some indicators that can be implied from the article include:
– Number of adults participating in adult education programs: This indicator can measure progress towards Target 4.6 under SDG 4, as it reflects the proportion of adults achieving literacy and numeracy.
– Literacy and numeracy rates among adults: This indicator can also measure progress towards Target 4.6 under SDG 4, as it reflects the level of literacy and numeracy skills attained by adults.
– Proportion of youth in employment, education, or training: This indicator can measure progress towards Target 8.6 under SDG 8, as it reflects the extent to which youth are engaged in productive activities.
– Employment rates among individuals without a high school diploma or some college experience: This indicator can also measure progress towards Target 8.6 under SDG 8, as it reflects the employment opportunities available to individuals with lower levels of education.
– Access to education and training opportunities for migrants and individuals with learning differences: This indicator can measure progress towards Target 10.7 under SDG 10, as it reflects the inclusiveness of education systems and the availability of tailored programs for specific groups.
Note: The article does not provide specific data or statistics related to these indicators, but they can be used to measure progress in the future.
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.6 By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy. | – Number of adults participating in adult education programs. – Literacy and numeracy rates among adults. |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.6 By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training. | – Proportion of youth in employment, education, or training. – Employment rates among individuals without a high school diploma or some college experience. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.7 Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies. | – Access to education and training opportunities for migrants and individuals with learning differences. – Integration of migrants into adult education programs. |
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Source: alamancecc.edu
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