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CCL’s Journal of Applied Research on Learning launched
CCL is proud to announce the launch of the first issue of the Journal of Applied Research on Learning (JARL). Unique in Canada, JARL is a biannual, peer-refereed research publication that addresses specific, practical problems affecting learning in Canada and applied research of significance to learning in the Canadian context.
“JARL was created to help meet the growing need of Canadians for free and easy access to important and innovative research on learning”, says Charles Ungerleider, Senior Editor of JARL and Director of Research and Knowledge Mobilization for CCL. “A key component of CCL’s mandate is to use research and evidence to help answer questions about learning. It is also CCL’s goal to make knowledge about learning accessible to Canadians. JARL helps us achieve these objectives by disseminating quality, applied research on learning that has practical implications for learners, educators, employers and policy-makers.”
JARL is available online as a free publication containing scholarly articles in both French and English. It is meant to be a forum for the exchange of results and ideas from quality applied research.
Profiles in Learning – Silken Laumann
This is the fourth in CCL’s series of articles profiling the lives and critical learning moments of some of Canada’s most influential leaders. All the Canadians we have interviewed have fascinating—and often deeply personal—stories to tell about their commitment to career and lifelong learning as evidenced by writer, inspirational speaker and four-time Olympian Silken Laumann.
It was at a conference in B.C. last September that Silken Laumann first heard the quotation that encapsulates her attitude towards learning: “To dare is to lose one's footing momentarily. To not dare is to lose oneself.” Read the profile »
Lessons in Learning – Equality in the classroom: The educational placement of children with disabilities
Canadian public schools are inclusive institutions: they are legally required to ensure that all students receive free and appropriate education. The challenge facing public schools is to determine how best to address the needs of students whose circumstances pose particular learning challenges. Read the article »
CCL welcomes new board member Daniel Gagnier
CCL is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Gagnier to CCL’s board of directors. Until recently senior vice-president of Alcan Inc., Mr. Gagnier has extensive experience in both the public and the private sector.
CCL funds projects for knowledge exchange
CCL is pleased to announce that the Knowledge Exchange Program is funding 11 projects in 2007. This program was established to fund strategic knowledge exchange initiatives that enable learning stakeholders to benefit from existing knowledge and evidence-based “exemplary practices” in any of CCL’s priority areas.
CCL funds research projects in health and learning
CCL is pleased to announce that 11 research projects have been selected for funding. The projects, intended to fill gaps in our knowledge about health and learning, were submitted in response to CCL’s recent request for proposals for research projects.
CCL seeks reviewers for research projects in adult learning
Individuals interested in reviewing research projects in CCL’s adult learning theme can complete the online submission form. For more information, visit the Reviewing Proposals page or contact the project manager.
Reminder: New CCL report links workplace investment in training to the bottom line
A new report prepared for CCL through its Work and Learning Knowledge Centre discusses a methodology that enables organizations to assess their return on investment in employee training. The report, Connecting the Dots: Linking Training Investment to Business Outcomes and the Economy, brings together research from Canada, the U.S., Australia and Ireland. It shows that businesses that offer training to their employees generally get good returns and improved performance by employees. Read news release »
Reminder: Health and Learning Knowledge Centre Annual Symposium, June 2–4
CCL’s Health and Learning Knowledge Centre is hosting the Canadian/International Symposium and Scan on Settings for Health and Learning from June 2–4, 2007, in Victoria. This symposium will present a web scan of initiatives and expertise on "settings-based" health and learning around the world.
Reminder: Work and Learning Knowledge Centre’s Second Annual Symposium, June 4–5
The Work and Learning Knowledge Centre’s second annual symposium will be held in Ottawa June 4–5, 2007. This unique knowledge exchange event will examine recent research and promising practices in workplace learning in Canada. More details about the symposium »
Reminder: Adult Learning Knowledge Centre’s 2007 National Symposium, June 10–12
The Adult Learning Knowledge Centre's national symposium, The Right to Learn, will take place in Halifax, June 10–12, 2007. This annual event will provide an opportunity for dialogue about the rights and responsibilities of all Canadians to lifelong learning. More details about the symposium »
Reminder: Register for Sharing the Flame: Recognizing Excellence in Learning, June 12–13
Join CCL as we profile innovative and effective practices from across the country at Sharing the Flame: Recognizing Excellence in Learning, a national conference being held in Ottawa, June 12–13, 2007.
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