Literacy Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Action Research Movement

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Nova Scotia Action Research Movement


 

Strait Group

Posing Problems/Solving Problems:
Using Action Research to Address Issues of Retention, Recruitment and Effective Teaching in Literacy

What if we were to work with sympathetic agencies, would we be able to reduce the drop-out rates in our Adult Learning Programs in the Strait Region?
  • Reduce drop-out rate in the Strait Region
    • DATA
    • Compare drop-out rates for 2005/06/07 (actual and adjusted) based on Interim and Final CLI Reports
    • Reflect and consider ongoing value of relationship for 2008
      • Each network to work with sympthetic agency of choice from May 2006 to May 2007
        • Initial/monthly meetings
        • Establish effective referral system
        • Guest speakers/workshops/information sessions
        • MINUTES and JOURNALS
flow chart image showing the steps for reducing the drop-out rate in Strait region (steps noted above)

DATA COLLECTION:  MINUTES, JOURNALS & CLI REPORT DATA

CRITERIA FOR SUCCESS:  10% DECREASE IN DROP-OUT RATE

PERMISSIONS REQUIRED:  BOARDS AND RESPECTIVE AGENCIES