COVID-19 Field Support
The Outreach and Technical Assistance Network (OTAN), the California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project (CALPRO), and Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) are the three state leadership projects that support the California adult education field.
OTAN
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OTAN Resource Guide: Resources to Continue Teaching and Learning
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To view upcoming OTAN webinars: California Adult Education Training Calendar
| Previous OTAN Webinars | Videos | Resources |
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| Stay Connected to Students Online 3/17 presented by Melinda Holt |
YouTube Video | Webinar Slides |
| Tips and Tools for Teaching Online 3/19 presented by Diana Vera-Alba |
YouTube Video | |
| Tips and Tricks for Teaching Beginning Level English Language Learners Remotely 3/20 presented by Susan Gaer |
Google Slides | |
| Moving Your Class Online 3/24 presented by Stephanie Thomas |
YouTube Video | Padlet |
| Google Sites - Connect to Students Online 3/24 presented by Melinda Holt |
YouTube Video | |
| Increasing Equity in Online and Blended Learning 3/25 presented by Sudie Whalen (CALPRO) |
YouTube Video (TDLS 2020) | PDF Document |
| The CK-12 Platform for Adult Learners 3/26 presented by Carl Haley |
PowerPoint Presentation | |
| Considerations When Implementing Distance Learning 3/26 presented by Jay Wright and Janice Fera (CASAS) |
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| Using Padlet to Engage Online Learners 4/1 presented by Monica Espinoza |
Google Slides Presentation | |
| Recording Distance Learning Using TOPSpro Enterprise presented by Janice Fera and Jay Wright |
PDF Document |
CALPRO
- Online Course Development Resources: Link to Google Folder
- AIR Coronavirus/COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions: Link to PDF
CASAS
CDE Adult Education Office
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CDE AEO Notice to the Field 3-30-2020
From the Adult Education Office -
COVID-19 Critical Events Survey (Due Friday, April 10)
In cooperation with the California Adult Education Office and our partner leadership projects, OTAN is curating and compiling information, resources, and other supports to help educators and learners continue their instructional programs. To help in this effort, the AEO is asking agencies to fill out this survey by Friday, April 10th. The form asks thirty (30) questions along with the agency name and email address. It is estimated this form will take less than 10 minutes to complete. - CDE AEO Notice to the Field 03-16-2020
From the Adult Education Office: CDE AEO Notice to the Field
For Our Students
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Keep Americans Connected Pledge press release
From the Federal Communications Commission: Keep Americans Connected Pledge, regarding access and connectivity issues for our students. -
Coronavirus Scams: What the FTC is Doing
The Federal Trade Commission has created a dedicated webpage with information about current coronavirus-related scams, which are multiplying at an alarming rate, and guidance on avoiding them. -
Census Bureau Statement on Coronavirus and the 2020 Census
In the face of multiple actions being taken to inhibit the spread of COVID-19, adult learners may lose access to technology for completing the Census online. Encourage learners to respond by phone or mail instead. -
USCIS Response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
For our students involved with citizenship- and naturalization-related issues with USCIS.
Additional Resources
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World Health Organization: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak
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Centers for Disease Control: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
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California: California Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response - scroll down for more information on Education
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California Council for Adult Education: CCAE COVID-19 Resource Center