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Mission
Vision
Statement
"The
National Adult Education Professional Development Consortium (NAEPDC) will
advance the leadership of state staff in adult education throughout the
states and territories so that every program will be of quality and
excellence as we together increase literacy and prepare adults for success
as contributing members of our society through work, community and family;
and, will be the leading voice in adult education for the nation."
Principles & Values
The
following are the guiding principles of the NAEPDC:
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We are committed
to providing assistance to the membership to assure quality and
excellence through continuous improvement in adult education programs;
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We are committed
to constancy of purpose;
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We are customer
driven;
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We are committed
to the effective use of technology;
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We believe in
collegial leadership;
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We hold a
comprehensive perspective;
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We use statistical
tools and problem solving processes as we continue on the path toward
quality improvement; and
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We share an
understanding of the diverse culture of adult education
Objectives
The
objectives of the NAEPDC are:
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To offer staff
development programs to members and their staff so they are prepared to
provide leadership;
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To keep all state
directors informed and provide staff development opportunities on policy
discussions taking place in Washington, D.C. or other world centers
which impact upon adult education;
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To keep all state
directors informed and provide staff development opportunities primarily
on federal legislative issues and secondarily on state legislative
issues which impact adult education;
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To provide
opportunities for the membership to debate and reach consensus position
on the issues for distribution and dialog with interested individuals
and organizations;
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To maintain a
database or collaborate with others who maintain databases on targeted
research which impacts upon adult education;
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To provide public
relation materials to the membership and others which promote the
quality and excellence of adult education programs; and
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To maintain a
presence on selected committees and with various organizations as we
accomplish our goals, carry out our mission and reach for our vision.
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Contact us: Dr. Lennox
McLendon, Executive Director; 444 North Capitol Street, NW; Suite 422;
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-624-5250; Fax: 202-624-1497; Email:
lmclendon@naepdc.org |
