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Alberta post-secondary graduate outcomes survey : 2005-06 transfer graduates

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Since 1998, the Government of Alberta and post-secondary institutions have collaborated to conduct a biannual survey of graduates to assess outcomes such as graduate satisfaction, achievement of... More ≫

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Since 1998, the Government of Alberta and post-secondary institutions have collaborated to conduct a biannual survey of graduates to assess outcomes such as graduate satisfaction, achievement of personal goals, employment status and compensation. This report presents the findings of the survey of the class of 2005-2006 as it relates to transfer graduates – those graduates who transferred credits from one program to another at some point during their post-secondary education.

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Making the food-health connection : an Alberta framework for innovation

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The Alberta food and health innovation framework was developed by the Alberta Life Sciences Institute in collaboration with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development,... More ≫

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The Alberta food and health innovation framework was developed by the Alberta Life Sciences Institute in collaboration with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology, Alberta Science Research Authority, and Alberta Agricultural Research Institute. The framework was developed as an overarching provincial approach to increase innovation in health and food, to meet challenges, and to take advantage of opportunities.

Alberta access planning framework : setting the direction : compendium document

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The Alberta Access Planning Framework, along with this compendium document, provides the context and broad direction to support planning within the province's post-secondary system. This will... More ≫

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The Alberta Access Planning Framework, along with this compendium document, provides the context and broad direction to support planning within the province's post-secondary system. This will support the aim of broadening access and ensure that Alberta's post-secondary providers can respond to the needs of learners, the economy, and society. Appendix A in this compendium provides a brief overview of the planning and priority setting process and its key components.

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Alberta's action plan : bringing technology to market

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Knowledge is a resource that never depletes itself. In a global economy where knowledge has become the new wealth, Alberta is taking control of its own future. Each of the actions outlined in this... More ≫

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Knowledge is a resource that never depletes itself. In a global economy where knowledge has become the new wealth, Alberta is taking control of its own future. Each of the actions outlined in this booklet will assist us in capturing the value of ideas and keeping the benefits here in Alberta. With these actions, we’ll be able to bring technology to the market faster. We’ll make our robust economy even stronger and more diverse. We’ll create a better environment for investors, innovation and value-added industries. And we’ll assist in creating high-paying and challenging jobs for generations to come. This Action Plan is only part of Alberta’s plan to build the Next Generation Economy. As we increase our research commitments through organizations like iCORE and our post-secondary institutions, we will continue to be a magnet for international talent. Alberta is in the process of establishing a new innovation framework and a new Premier’s Economic Council, all with a view to the Next...

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Scientific activities of the Government of Alberta . . . and . . . estimates survey results

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This report presents a summary of the results of an annual survey on scientific activities of the Government of Alberta. Lorraine Chapman, under the supervision of Marc Nadeau of Statistics Canada... More ≫

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This report presents a summary of the results of an annual survey on scientific activities of the Government of Alberta. Lorraine Chapman, under the supervision of Marc Nadeau of Statistics Canada and under the sponsorship and with the co-operation and assistance of the Alberta Department of Advanced Education and Technology.

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2007/2008 employer satisfaction survey : survey summary report

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As part of continuing efforts to improve the learning system, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology and Alberta Education biennially conduct a survey of Alberta employers to assess... More ≫

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As part of continuing efforts to improve the learning system, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology and Alberta Education biennially conduct a survey of Alberta employers to assess satisfaction with key areas of the system. This summary highlights the main findings from the 2007/2008 employer satisfaction survey.

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Literacy, more than words : summary of input on a literacy framework for Alberta

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This document summarizes comments from 539 individuals on a literacy framework for Alberta, provided during the Alberta Literacy Forum held in Edmonton from April 14 to 16, 2008. The forum was... More ≫

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This document summarizes comments from 539 individuals on a literacy framework for Alberta, provided during the Alberta Literacy Forum held in Edmonton from April 14 to 16, 2008. The forum was Alberta's contribution to the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC) Pan-Canadian Interactive Literacy Forum, which involved all of Canada's provinces and territories holding fora in their jurisdictions to create a pan-Canadian dialogue on literacy.

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Building an integrated knowledge economy : an updated information and communications technology strategy for Alberta

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The October 1998 strategy document Information and Communications Technology : A Strategy for Alberta set a foundation for government action and investment in information and communication... More ≫

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The October 1998 strategy document Information and Communications Technology : A Strategy for Alberta set a foundation for government action and investment in information and communication technologies (ICT). It called for a strengthening of the four pillars supporting the ICT industry: education, research, infrastructure and business. This resource updates the 1998 strategy, expanding on its achievements and sustaining its momentum. In addition, it recognizes the need for work on a fifth pillar, engagement of Albertans, to gain the full rewards of public and private sector investments in the ICT industry.

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Advancing PLAR in Alberta : an action plan

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PLAR is a process of identifying, assessing and recognizing skills, competencies, knowledge and formal learning to facilitate the transfer of skills and knowledge of individuals into further... More ≫

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PLAR is a process of identifying, assessing and recognizing skills, competencies, knowledge and formal learning to facilitate the transfer of skills and knowledge of individuals into further learning and work.

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Building vibrant learning communities : framework and actions to strengthen community adult learning councils and community literacy programs

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The Vibrant Learning Communities framework and action plan was developed to strengthen the ability of community adult learning councils and other community literacy providers to provide local... More ≫

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The Vibrant Learning Communities framework and action plan was developed to strengthen the ability of community adult learning councils and other community literacy providers to provide local programs and services, clarify their important role, and create greater alignment with the public post-secondary system, specifically, with comprehensive community institutions. The Roles and Mandates Framework designates 11 colleges as comprehensive community institutions which have a broader role in working with community learning providers in meeting literacy and foundational learning needs, and ensuring access to a broad spectrum of learning for a geographic service region.

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