About TV411

Guiding Principles for Training

Training Agenda

Introduction

Using TV411 to Introduce Routine Classroom Activities

Using TV411 to Deepen Students' Understanding of How They Learn

Using TV411 to Present a Complete, Integrated Thematic Lesson

Using TV411 to Supplement a Lesson

Implementation

Training Module Table of Contents

TV411 Training Module

About TV411

TV411 is an award-winning, multi-media program for adult learners incorporating video, print, and the web. Developed by ALMA (Adult Literacy Media Alliance), TV411 has been referred to as “Sesame Street for Adults.” The videos are broadcast on PBS in many cities throughout the United States (http://www.pubtv.net/online/alma/Index.cfm).

The materials are great for the adult classroom because they are professional quality, relevant to learners’ goals, high-interest, contemporary, and based on researched pedagogical principles. To learn more about the origins, approaches, and curriculum of TV411 go to http://www.tv411.org/about_alma/.

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