The 2024 regional training provided approaches for exploring and considering the options for alternative placement other than pre-posttests for measurable skill gains (MSGs). The training featured group discussions on…
Face-to-Face Training
Face-to-face training events have been held since the implementation of the NRS to help states improve data quality, increase data use for program improvement, develop data systems, review changes to NRS requirements, and share information among states and staff about their programs. We offer two types of training events: regional and targeted.
Regional
Regional training events typically consist of two and a half day events covering general topics relevant to most state adult education programs. They are open to all 50 states and U.S. territories to attend in one of three regional locations. These teams usually include the state director, data specialist, and professional development provider or other state staff. State teams are always selected and approved by the state director.
Targeted
Targeted training events are two and a half day events held in Washington, DC covering specific topics related to the NRS on a more in depth level. States must submit applications to attend and have a direct need for the training content. Between 8 and 15 state teams are typically approved to attend. State teams are always selected and approved by the state director.
Directory of NRS Training Resources
Browse the Directory of NRS Training Resources, which houses all the tools and resources developed for regional training events since 2020.
NRS Training Events
Channeling Change With Data-Informed Decision Making: Considering Options For Program Accountability, (2024)
The 2023 NRS targeted training, From Concept to Action – Teacher Retention, provided an opportunity for states to explore and discuss teacher attrition and retention. Participants 1) identified state-specific and program-wide…
The 2023 regional training highlighted student and teacher retention challenges and ways states can address those challenges. During the training, states used data informed approaches to discuss patterns in student and teacher…
The 2022 NRS targeted training, Journey to Enrollment – From Concept to Action, provided an opportunity for states to explore ways to support their recruitment and enrollment vision for adult education. Participants 1) created…
This national training guided states through aspects of the recruitment and enrollment process to identify strengths and challenges. States discussed considerations for understanding the recruitment and enrollment landscape…
This training was designed to help states evaluate their approach to virtual learning and service delivery (VLSD). Through live workshop sessions and pre-session preparations, states developed a vision for virtual learning and…
WIOA requires states to collect data on program participants after program exit to report on the employment and credential indicators of performance. States and program staff face challenges understanding and collecting these…
Evaluation Learning Community, (2019)
The Evaluation Learning Community (ELC) provided an opportunity for states to learn the principles of evaluation and how to conduct valid evaluations to answer critical questions around program practices and procedures. This…
Conquering Your Data Challenges, (2019)
Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), state performance on indicators and other measures of effectiveness plays a vital role in developing quality programming. As states continue with WIOA implementation,…
WIOA Communication Planning, (2018)
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) has created the need for partnerships across state workforce and education agencies to enable a comprehensive approach toward adult education and job training. Adult…
Evaluating Program Effectiveness, (2018)
Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), state performance on indicators and other measures of effectiveness plays a vital role in setting performance targets and developing quality programming. WIOA requires…