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04 Dec Thinking about University study in adult LND teaching?

Posted at 14:29h in Latest news

Two graduating students from Charles Sturt University and the University of Technology, Sydney talk about their courses preparing them for adult literacy and numeracy teaching. Plus more information from the Program Coordinators. From Tim – graduating student Charles Sturt University “While working with a community college delivering the TAE,...

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04 Dec Congratulations!

Posted at 14:27h in Latest news

The Hotline congratulates the three finalists for the Excellence in Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice Award.   Gemma Beall -TAFE NSW Miriam Davies - TAFE Queensland Sue James – TAFE SA. The Excellence in Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice Award is one of 16 award categories...

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04 Dec Last minute reminder for two important conferences!

Posted at 14:26h in Latest news

ACDEVEG 2024 Conference: "Making a Difference: Elevating the Role of VET Teachers", is taking place on 9-10 December at QUT (Gardens Point campus). You can access the full program here. Registration is still open but closes on the morning of 6 December. You can...

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04 Dec Call for presentations for the ACAL 2025 Conference

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The Australian Council of Adult Literacy has just announced its 2025 Conference to be held in Melbourne on 4 and 5 September. The call is now out for presentations which can be provided in various session modes. These include: Practical workshops Panels Practice Tasters Individual...

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05 Sep Happy International Literacy Day!

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“If literacy is a victory for humanity, it is a fragile one: there is always the possibility of a relapse. Let this International Literacy Day be a reminder of this – and an opportunity to honour all those who are dedicated to making universal literacy...

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05 Sep Lost for Words – still changing lives!

Posted at 11:59h in Latest news

Last week a caller rang the Hotline seeking literacy help for his adult daughter. He had just watched Lost for Words, the landmark documentary literacy series. Lost for Words follows two groups of Australians who struggle with reading and writing and enter a nine-week education program. The caller...

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05 Sep Short Stories for the Mob

Posted at 11:53h in Latest news

  Congratulations to the magnificent Koori Writing Group authors and team on their upcoming launch of Short Stories for the Mob.   The ten new books are written with First Nations adult literacy learners in mind. The books vividly reflect the lives, families and communities of their...

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05 Sep “With dyslexia you have an advantage- you’re looking for innovative solutions to get round a problem”

Posted at 11:52h in Latest news

  Steve Grant has had a diverse and successful career including property development, construction and then macadamia nut farming. With his wife Eliza, Steve is now involved in the thoroughbred industry on Silverdale Farm where he also has an Academy helping young people access work in...

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05 Sep Insightful webinar on literacy mediation

Posted at 11:50h in Latest news

On Monday 2 September the Australian Council for Adult Literacy hosted an engaging webinar on Literacy Mediation presented by Dr Sally Thompson. Filled with insightful observations and analysis, the webinar explored what literacy mediation means, who does it and its importance for people with literacy...

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05 Sep Form filling assistance

Posted at 11:49h in Latest news

The Hotline regularly receives calls from people who need help with filling out forms or understanding documents. So, we are always delighted to hear about places that offer this type of support. Read Write Now in cooperation with the City of Cockburn’s Success Library is now offering...

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