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White Paper: Principles of Communication, Media, and Digital Literacy Adults Need but Are Seldom Taught

Posted on November 2, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary In an age where information is abundant and attention scarce, the ability to communicate clearly, interpret media critically, and navigate digital environments responsibly has become a core life competency. Yet most adults have never been systematically taught these … Continue reading →

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Course Design Document: Critical Thinking and Logic for Adults (PAK 104)

Posted on November 1, 2025 by nathanalbright

Credit Hours: 3 Program: Certificate in Practical Adult Knowledge and Competence (CPAK) Course Level: Post-secondary, Adult Education Delivery Mode: Hybrid / Online / In-person Duration: 12 weeks (adaptable to 8-week intensive) Prerequisites: None Instructor Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Critical Thinking and Logic Skills Adults Commonly Overlook

Posted on November 1, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Although many adults believe they “think critically,” few possess the structured reasoning habits that genuine critical thinking requires. In a world saturated with information, persuasion, and competing narratives, critical thinking and logic have become essential civic and personal … Continue reading →

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Course Design: Financial and Economic Literacy for Adults (PAK 103)

Posted on October 31, 2025 by nathanalbright

This three-credit course, forming part of the Certificate in Practical Adult Knowledge and Competence (CPAK), is designed to provide adult learners with a strong foundation in both personal financial management and the principles of economic reasoning that underlie it. The … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Principles of Financial and Economic Literacy Often Overlooked by Adults

Posted on October 31, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Despite a proliferation of financial information, a large portion of adults remain unable to apply economic principles to their daily decisions. Traditional education focuses on abstract mathematics or broad social studies, but omits the practical knowledge required for … Continue reading →

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Course Proposal: Civic and Legal Literacy for Adults

Posted on October 30, 2025 by nathanalbright

Course Code: PAK 102 Credit Hours: 3 (or 45 contact hours) Delivery Format: Hybrid (In-person or Online + Discussion Forums + Practical Exercises) Prerequisites: None — open to all adults Program Context This course forms the foundational module in the … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Civic and Legal Literacy Needed for Contemporary Adults

Posted on October 30, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Modern adults navigate an increasingly complex civic and legal landscape — from digital contracts and tax obligations to voting laws and civil rights. Yet, despite living in a world saturated with information, many lack the foundational civic and … Continue reading →

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Curriculum Proposal: Certificate in Practical Adult Knowledge and Competence (CPAK)

Posted on October 30, 2025 by nathanalbright

Institution: Torah University (or equivalent adult education division) Proposed by: Department of General and Continuing Education Prepared by: Curriculum Committee on Adult Learning and Lifelong Competence Date: October 2025 Program Level: Post-secondary Certificate (Non-degree) Credit Hours: 24 credits (8 courses … Continue reading →

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Course Title: Numeracy for Adults: Practical Quantitative Literacy for Life, Work, and Citizenship

Posted on October 29, 2025 by nathanalbright

Course Overview This course is designed to help adults build the kind of mathematical literacy that directly impacts their daily lives—financial management, critical evaluation of data, informed decision-making, and civic participation. The focus is on reasoning rather than rote calculation, … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Numeracy That Matters: Essential Mathematical Literacy for Adult Life

Posted on October 29, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Modern societies depend upon numeracy as much as literacy, yet the type of numeracy adults actually need is not always the kind emphasized in school curricula. While advanced mathematics undergirds modern technology and finance, most adults require a … Continue reading →

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