This edition of NRS Tips disucsses desk monitoring for use in reviewing and tracking program performance.

  

Key steps in setting up a desk monitoring program:
  • Build components of desk review into your overall administrative system.
  • Start an accountability task force.
  • Have a plan for using every piece of information requested.
  • Produce templates and draft reports.
  • Pilot test.
  • Conduct ongoing training for local staff.

The National Reporting System (NRS) is the accountability system for the federally funded, State-administered adult education program. It addresses the accountability requirements of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, Title II of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA-P.L. 105-220). NRS Tips is a new quick reference tool for state directors, program directors and adult education teachers.

 NRS Tips are written and produced by the staff at the American Institutes for Research (AIR), a non-profit research and policy organization (see www.air.org). AIR is under contract with the Division of Adult Educational and Literacy (DAEL) of the U.S. Department of Education. Visit nresweb.org for information on a growing number of topics. Do you have an idea for NRS Tips? Send it to nrs@air.org.