Sparkling Connections, Shared Minds: Sharing resources to brighten the holidays.
Let’s share resources and spark joy in each other’s lives this holiday season. IAACE would like to create a spirit of generosity and connection through our members with the Sparking Connections, Shared Minds campaign. The campaign hopes to create joy and excitement of giving and receiving and the act of coming together, building bridges, and strengthening community bonds through shared resources.
One of IAACE’s pillars is Professional Development (PD); we believe that sharing resources is a valuable component of PD. We also think that sharing resources across Adult Education will:
- Enhanced teaching practice: Sharing resources allows educators to learn from each other, discover new teaching materials and strategies, and incorporate diverse perspectives into their curriculum. This can lead to improved teaching effectiveness and more engaging learning experiences for adult learners.
- Reduced workload: Sharing resources can save educators time and effort by providing access to pre-made materials and lesson plans. This allows them to focus on tailoring instruction to individual learners and addressing specific needs.
- Professional development: Sharing resources can be a valuable form of professional development for educators. By collaborating with colleagues, exchanging ideas, and reflecting on different approaches, educators can continuously improve their practice and stay current in their field.
- Increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness: Sharing resources can lead to more efficient use of resources and reduce overall costs for adult education programs. This allows programs to allocate resources more effectively and serve a larger number of learners.
- Promotion of innovation and creativity: Sharing resources can spark new ideas and inspire educators to develop innovative teaching methods and learning materials. This can lead to a more dynamic and engaging learning environment for adult learners.
Overall, sharing resources in adult education has the potential to transform the learning experience for both learners and educators. By fostering collaboration, promoting open access to knowledge, and encouraging continuous improvement, shared resources can contribute to a more equitable, effective, and engaging adult education system.
Here are the links to get started sharing and learning:
Share and Learn Member Resources
WEI- Workforce and Education Integration
IET- Integrated Education and Training
Will you get the spirit of generosity and connection and share and learn resources?
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Jenn is the IAACE Executive Director. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does for IAACE. You can invite her to a chat for questions anytime. Click here to book a time to chat with Jenn
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