Users can find readings and information about conferences, training workshops, and research. The library has a rich collection of materials, ranging from aboriginal materials to family literacy materials to practitioner resources. Teachers and students can also write to Ask Dr. Ann with questions related to adult learning. In addition, Literacy Listserv Discussion Groups and Internet resources are also available. It also provides a collection of articles, bibliographies, and resources on distance education.
Users can find information about conferences, funding, and legislation.
The site also provides beginners in distance learning with definitions and glossaries and introductory materials. WestEd offers this web site which disseminates information to educators, administrators, policy makers, and parents interested in the effective implementation of distance education. The site offers introductory information about distance education, FAQs, and the DLRN Technology Resource Guide. This is a peer reviewed journal. Our goal is to provide practical, but research-based short articles on new ideas in the field as well as position papers, lesson plans, reviews, and an interactive forum for adult literacy providers.