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Wait, What!?! Fractions in a Reading Class?
by Janet Sodell At The READ Center in Richmond, Virginia; our classes include a mixture of low-level readers—all reading below the 4th grade equivalent. In addition to reading, our classes also incorporate numeracy and digital skills. But how to include math in a reading-focused class which, in addition to… Read More
Teaching GED® Math
by Brandie Millar Teaching GED® math requires a comprehensive understanding of adult learners’ needs and effective instructional strategies. Teaching GED® Math can be a challenging task for educators as it requires the effective delivery of mathematical concepts to a diverse range of learners. It requires an… Read More
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Featured Instructional Resources
Image by Freepik Key Terms: Adult ESOL Instruction: English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) refers to instruction that supports multilingual learners in acquiring and developing the proficiency of their speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in the English language. Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IECLE):… Read More
High School Equivalency (HSE): Featured Instructional Resources
Image by rawpixel.com on Freepik HSE is an option for adult learners seeking a high school diploma to demonstrate their knowledge and skills which would have been acquired in the high school curriculum. Upon passing a HSE test, they earn an equivalency credential. In Virginia, it is called… Read More
Workforce Preparation Resources
Workforce preparation is an essential component of integrated education and training programs (IET), and it is a valuable addition to any adult education course offering. As many classes and training programs transition to distance learning models, workforce preparation activities become increasingly important to support learners as they become… Read More
Workforce Preparation Resources
Workforce preparation is an essential component of integrated education and training programs (IET), and it is also a valuable addition to any adult education course offering. As many classes and training programs transition to distance learning models, workforce preparation activities become increasingly important to support learners as they… Read More
Teenagers in a Foreign Country
by Mizuki Yokoi One day, my mother said to me, “Are you interested in studying abroad?” At the time, my best friend had moved far away, my grades were poor, and I was not enjoying school. I didn’t know what I wanted to do and my mental health was unstable. Read More
COABE: How to Utilize Paid and Free Resources to Boost Student Enrollment in your Local Program
Do you have $1,000 to spend on recruiting new students to your program? Do you have no money at all? Come learn both free and paid ways to boost the number of students you have in your program. Hear what the Connecticut Association for Adult and Continuing Education did as… Read More
Virtual Instruction for Beginning Multilingual Learners
This resource is designed to provide effective and engaging strategies for English practice during online classes. Participants will learn about features of communications platforms, presentation software, specific apps and websites that can support language learning opportunities in the online classroom. This resource is meant for online instructors of… Read More
Enhancing Civics Instruction with Guest Speakers: Insights from the Adult ESOL Classroom
by Xavier Muñoz How do you teach in a way that keeps learners engaged and excited about what they’re learning? One idea: Bring guest speakers to class. New faces and voices who are experts in various subject matters can offer a wealth of learning opportunities for learners, from finding out… Read More