Author Archives: qela
Social Capital, Social Media & Adult Literacy Education
In a recent column on the NALD website, Tom Sticht explored the relationship between social capital and adult literacy education, and how social media tools can help both learners and educators improve their skills. Sticht defined social capital as “the … Continue reading
Boutique Ex: A Social Enterprise In Support of Literacy
Thrift shops are a type of social enterprise, according to Wikipedia. They sell second-hand goods donated by members of the public and are usually staffed by volunteers. Items can be sold at low prices because they are obtained for free … Continue reading
Digital Literacy 101: A Visual Introduction Via CITIZENshift
Digital Literacy 101: New Media Tools and Techniques on Prezi The folks at CITIZENshift presented a workshop on Digital Literacy at QELA’s General Members’ Meeting in Montreal, February 24. The presentation introduced definitions of new media and how these tools … Continue reading
Media Literacy Workshop For Educators & Community Leaders – Eastern Townships, Feb 28
Blogging, on-demand video sharing and social networking – once the exclusive domain of our youth – have rapidly entered the mainstream of communication. Although most of us feel the impact of this new media, how it is created or disseminated … Continue reading
Find A Love for Literacy & Lifelong Learning This Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day! Discover a love of lifelong learning with this fun list of literacy tips and activities from ABC Life Literacy Canada. Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be about romantic love – here are six ways that families can … Continue reading
Blueprint Projects: Funding for Women's & Girl's Programs
Want to make a real difference in the lives of Canadian women and girls? The Women’s Program at Status of Women Canada has just launched a new initiative called Blueprint Projects. The deadline is February 21, 2011. Incorporated not-for-profit and … Continue reading
Anglican & Lutheran Churches Call for Increased Literacy Programs
In a Jan 20th letter to the Hon. Diane Finley, the Anglican and Lutheran churches in Canada have asked the federal government to adopt recommendations made by a House of Commons committee (the so-called poverty report, written by the HUMA … Continue reading
Funding Opportunities for Community, Literacy & Learning Organizations
A number of grant and project funding opportunities have landed in our inbox lately. Here is a roundup of the best opportunities for community, literacy and learning organizations! Aboriginal Women’s Program Funding The Aboriginal Peoples’ Program is now accepting applications … Continue reading
Exciting Media Literacy Partnership for QELA
***La version française suit.*** During the months of February and March, the Quebec English Literacy Alliance will travel to four Quebec regions with a unique series of workshops geared towards English-speaking educators and community leaders. QELA has partnered with CitizenShift, … Continue reading
