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How do you treat students like adults on the internet but still protect your computer lab?  Adults need to learn how to use computers in the real world.  Try this equation:
SUPERVISION: Make sure staff/tutors can see every computer & can suggest positive, interesting websites +
APPROPRIATE USE POLICY: Try this example from the Illinois State University [...]

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“Why do you want to get your GED?”
“I want a better job.”
Help your students succeed in our economy by building speaking & presentation skills.

Find a reading that the student enjoys: story, song lyrics, speech, prayer, etc.
Have the student read it aloud to you at the beginning of each class.
Once student achieves fluency & confidence, have [...]

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Don’t forget your headphones! Target areas of greatest need for GED prep with 39 free videos. Residents of Ohio can register at the Ohio GED Video Site. Others can follow the directions to use CETconnect and other video sites. Thanks to the Ohio Community Computing Network (OCCN) & the Ohio Literacy Network (OLN) for creating [...]

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