It's uplifting to know that there is a group of citizens diligently striving to level the playing field.       — Comment from a recent training evaluation

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Orientation Class: "CFLC 101"

Did you know that almost 1 in 4 adults in our area struggle with their reading and writing skills? Join the Cape Fear Literacy Council for an orientation session to learn about illiteracy and what we are doing to make a difference. You will learn about who we serve and how we do it, as well as how to get involved. This workshop is highly recommended before becoming a volunteer tutor in Adult Basic Literacy or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Sessions will be offered most months (see calendar below). Please reserve a space by calling 251-0911.

Adult Basic Literacy Workshop:

This 12-hour workshop is led by certified trainers and is designed to prepare volunteers to work one-on-one with an adult learner. Content includes: understanding the adult learner, teaching techniques and best practices, goal setting, using appropriate materials, problem solving and resources. The final session of the workshop takes place after tutors and students have had a chance to work together a few times. Volunteers who complete this workshop are certified by ProLiteracy.

Please click the link to display and print a   2010 ABL Workshop Form

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Workshop:

This 9-hour workshop is led by certified trainers and is designed to prepare volunteers to work one-on-one with an adult for whom English is not the primary language. Content includes: understanding the ESOL learner; developing the four language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening; and using pictures, music and movement to enhance learning. Volunteers who complete this workshop are certified by ProLiteracy.

All sessions take place in the Literacy Council training room. Please register in advance for any workshop by calling (910) 251-0911. For information about fees, contact the Literacy Council.

Please click the link to display and print a  2010 ESOL Workshop Form

Special Note: The form(s) can be filled out and mailed to us at 1012 S. 17th Street Wilmington, NC 28401, faxed at: (910) 251-9095, or sent as an email attachment to: info@cfliteracy.org

Orientation and Workshop Schedules (See Below)

ESOL Tutor Certification Workshop

2010 ESOL Tutor Certification Workshop Schedule:

(Orientation (CFLC 101): See dates above)

May 11^th , 12^th,  & 13^th 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

August 10^th , 11^th,  & 12^th 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

October 19^th , 20^th,  & 21^st  6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Adult Basic Literacy Tutor Certification Workshop

(Orientation (CFLC 101): See dates above)

Follow-Up (Reflections and Directions): See dates below

Reflections and Directions (Follow up to Basic Literacy Workshop)