CTL Written Resources
Reports and briefs on contextualized teaching and learning.
These resources were written by Elaine DeLott Baker, Director of Workforce Initiatives, Community College of Denver; Laura Hope, Interim Dean, Chaffey College; and Kelley Karandjeff, Researcher, RP Group.
A report directed to faculty with little specific knowledge about contextualized learning (CTL) and basic skills, including a definition of CTL, case statement, review of the literature, connection to learning theories, and the impact of CTL on student outcomes, and technical education and occupational content.
A brief document offering instructors, college leaders, policy makers and funders a high-level summary of the contextualized teaching and learning (CTL) primer—focusing on core components for effective implementation and strategic considerations for colleges interested in starting or expanding CTL practices.

