SER Metro-Detroit is in the
process of developing a Bridge program in the Advanced Manufacturing and Energy
Efficiency/HVAC sectors. Bridge programs are defined as those that include the
following key elements: contextualized instruction (basic reading, math, and
language skills and industry/occupation knowledge); career development (career
exploration and planning; understanding the world of work); and transition
services (case management, financial and personal supports, tutoring). These
programs have been proven successful in breaking down the obstacles that have
long kept low-literacy adults from getting ahead economically. They are more
effective than traditional adult education programs in quickly improving the
basic skill levels of adults and assisting learners in transitioning to
occupational training and employment along a career pathway.
SER is seeking the services of one
or more contractors to develop two contextualized basic skills curricula by
March 22nd,
2013. One curriculum will be taught in the context of careers in the
manufacturing field and the other in the context of careers in the energy
efficiency/HVAC field. Both should assist students in improving reading
comprehension, writing and math skills while exposing them to concepts,
practices and knowledge of the associated industry sector(s) in an integrated
fashion. The ultimate goal of the curriculum is to prepare students to achieve
the college entrance exam scores they need to place into occupational training
programs; the contextualized basic skills training will “bridge” them into
college.
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