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Jang, Kyoungjin; Lkhagvadulam, Battuya; Chang, Wonsup – Adult Learning, 2023
This is an exploratory study on returning migrants as adult learners preparing to return to their home countries. We examined the educational needs and learning experiences of nine Mongolian migrants returning from South Korea who participated in vocational education programs for imminent returnees. Our qualitative analysis found that returning…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Migrants, Low Achievement, Skills
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Carlbaum, Sara – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 2021
The aim of this article is to critically explore and analyse opportunities and obstacles faced by highly skilled migrants in rural areas seeking to re-enter their profession, focusing on the lived experiences of migrants residing in northern Sweden. Analysis of their stories focusing on intersections of temporal and spatial positionings reveal…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Skilled Workers, Migrants, Rural Areas
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Herrera-Pazmino, Alma – Harvard Educational Review, 2011
The author moved from Guatemala to California with her mom. In this article, she talks about the challenges of learning English. She needs to learn English to take care of her mom until her "papa" comes to take care of them. If she knows English she can help her mother with the groceries and answering the phone. She can also teach her…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Barriers, Migrant Problems, Migrants
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de Bres, Julia; Holmes, Janet; Joe, Angela; Marra, Meredith; Newton, Jonathan; Riddiford Nicky; Vine, Bernadette – Language Teaching, 2009
The School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies (LALS) at Victoria University of Wellington conducts research and teaching in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Writing and Deaf Studies. It incorporates a Deaf Studies Research Unit, which undertakes research on topics relating to deaf people and their language in New Zealand, and the New…
Descriptors: Language Research, Applied Linguistics, Foreign Countries, Native Speakers
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Dabic, Snezana – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 2008
This article explores issues of literacy and identity of skilled migrants in an educational context in Australia as a learning society. First, it concentrates on forms of knowledge imposed on the learner and looks at how new discourses shape the self. Next, it tests the validity of the four pillars of education in the life of the learner. The…
Descriptors: Literacy, Migrants, Self Concept, Lifelong Learning
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Mikrut, John J., Jr. – Journal of Extension, 1970
A survey of Missouri's migrant workers shows that, despite their disenchantment with our education system, some form of an effective adult education program adapted to their needs is one of the best ways to help. (EB)
Descriptors: Disadvantaged, Educational Needs, Migrant Adult Education, Migrants
Cronemeyer, Cora S. – Rural Manpower Developments, 1972
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Employment Services, Migrant Adult Education, Migrant Problems
Murphy, Betty – Opportunity, 1972
Describes a comprehensive project aimed at providing multi-services directed at total family rehabilitation--the Arizona Job Colleges, a private non-profit corporation formed as a demonstration project in residential family rehabilitation of the rural poor in Casa Grande, Arizona. (Author)
Descriptors: Day Care, Demonstration Programs, Disadvantaged, Economic Opportunities
Martinez, Robert – Farmworker Journal, 1979
Since 1969 the Migrant Action Program (MAP) has offered more than 150 migrant students such supportive services as financial aid, counseling, tutors, writing labs, remedial summer institutes, child care and social organizations. Journal availability: see RC 503 518. (DS)
Descriptors: Access to Education, College Programs, College Students, Higher Education
ORR, CALVIN R.; AND OTHERS – 1965
A STUDY WAS CONDUCTED TO IDENTIFY THE CIRCUMSTANCES AND NEEDS OF ADULT MIGRANT AGRICULTURAL WORKERS AND TO DETERMINE THE EDUCATIONAL TREATMENT OF THESE NEEDS. THE STATE DEPARTMENTS OF EDUCATION OF ARIZONA, COLORADO, NEW MEXICO, AND TEXAS PLUS THE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION OF ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, AND…
Descriptors: Education, Mexican Americans, Migrant Adult Education, Migrant Problems
Porcher, Louis – Etudes de Linguistique Appliquee, 1978
Proposes a language pedagogy for migrant workers that takes into account the economic, cultural, and social characteristics of the target population, as well as the nature of the target language. (AM)
Descriptors: Adult Students, French, Language Instruction, Migrant Adult Education
Carter, Linda J.; Jalloh, Mary Grenz – 1990
The Forsyth County (North Carolina) Health Department's Health Education Division developed a community-based Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) outreach program for migrants. The Migrant/Hispanic Center in Kernersville, North Carolina operates under the auspice of the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte and provides services to Hispanic…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, Agency Cooperation, Community Involvement
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Dimidjian, Victoria Jean – Childhood Education, 2001
Describes the Even Start Family Literacy Program in Immokalee, Florida, which has helped parents gain language skills, find community connections and services, and learn parenting and job skills, while also providing their children with positive educational experiences. Includes case studies of four families, as well as listing program…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Case Studies, Children, Family Literacy
Educational Projects, Inc., Washington, DC. – 1967
IT WAS STATED IN THE INTRODUCTION THAT 7.5 MILLION MIGRANTS AND OTHER SEASONAL FARM LABORERS COMPRISE ONE QUARTER OF THE NATION'S POOR. LITTLE ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN TO MELIORATE THE POOR CONDITIONS OF THESE WORKERS UNTIL PASSAGE OF THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACT OF 1964. OEO HAS APPROVED GRANTS FOR FARM WORKER ANTIPOVERTY PROGRAMS IN 35 STATES. THE…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Day Care, Health Services, Migrant Adult Education
Kahl, William C. – 1968
Brief descriptions of 7 programs specifically designed to alleviate programs were considered exemplary innovative activities, as defined by the U. S. Office of Education in the migrant evaluation format, and had not been previously tried within the State of Wisconsin. General program effectiveness (statewide) is described, including cooperative…
Descriptors: Community Action, Community Programs, Cooperative Programs, Educational Innovation
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