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English for Driver’s Education
This course prepares Intermediate and Advanced ELLs for the MN Driver's Permit test with targeted English language practice. Learners will build vocabulary, reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills using the MN Driver's Manual, and gain the confidence and knowledge needed to pass the exam. || AUTHOR: Bethany Vaughn-Schreiter, Neighborhood House Read More
Nutrition Pathway Course
This course is designed for Low Intermediate to High Intermediate ESL learners who are interested in gaining employment as a dietary aide in a hospital or long term care facility setting. Learners will view PowerPoints, videos, play games, to learn curriculum. The class also is built on an employer partnership with a hospital where a representative visits the class to discuss job openings, applying to jobs, and resume writing. The learners also take a fieldtrip to the hospital to tour the Nutrition Department. || AUTHOR: Denise Nusbaum, Central MN ABE Read More
Introduction to Nursing Assistant (Hubbs/St. Paul)
This course builds vocabulary and basic understanding of all aspects of the CNA role in a health-care setting. It also includes direct patient care skills such as assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, eating, elimination, etc.), vital signs, infection control, safety, etc. Each unit includes vocabulary and content activities, both in-class and options for online independent study. Each unit ends with a multiple-choice quiz on the vocabulary and content. At the end of the course, the students are given a comprehensive multiple-choice final exam. || AUTHOR: Kathy Bjornson, Hubbs Center/St. Paul ABE Read More
Preparation for the Commercial Driver’s License
This course will prepare learners to take the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class B) General, Passenger, and School Bus knowledge tests in Minnesota. Students will become familiar with the types of jobs available with a CDL and their requirements , and typical job duties. Particular attention will be paid to safe driving. Students will participate in discussions, complete quizzes, watch videos and read the manual. Students are expected to complete one hour of studying per week outside of class. || AUTHOR: Craig Anderson, Metro South ABE Read More
#IamABE Curriculum
#IamABE is a 3-lesson, standards-aligned curriculum, developed at three different levels, geared towards Adult Basic Education students. Designed to be easily implemented in any classroom, lessons and materials are available at the beginning, intermediate, and Advanced/GED levels. Lessons range from understanding First Amendment rights, to voicing one's political opinions on social media. This project-based curriculum builds towards launching a social media campaign to elevate student voices. Read More
Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (Associate Level) | Online Independent Study
The Microsoft Office Specialist Associate program is a supported independent study that requires at least 10 hours/week of study time & culminates in a practical application exam that grants students an industry recognized credential. Students can earn up to three certificates: MOS Word 365 Associate, MOS Excel 365 Associate and MOS PowerPoint 365 Associate. || AUTHOR: Susan Seyfarth, Metro East Career Pathways Read More
Paraprofessional Job Training + Test Preparation Program
This course introduces and prepares students for a position as a paraprofessional/education assistant in a classroom setting. Topics covered include: paraprofessional roles and responsibilities, special education, child development, positive behavior support, professionalism, and communication. Students who need the Highly Qualified Certificate can also choose the independent, self-paced study option with 1:1 teacher support to build the reading, writing, and math knowledge/skills required on the Paraeducator Online Assessment. || AUTHOR: Amanda Tall, Mounds View Adult Education and Metro East Career Pathways Read More
Commercial Driver’s License Permit Course
Students identify entry-level CDL employment options. Basic CDL concepts and terminology are covered as students develop their academic and study skills. Students will become familiar with truck driving culture and norms. || AUTHOR: Kris Klas, Hubbs Center (St. Paul ABE) Read More
abc English Online Library: Assessment
abc English offers English Readers, Flashcards, and slideshows for systematic phonics, grammar, and vocabulary building. Full access to the online library requires a subscription, but some of the materials are free. Additionally, there is a free 30-day trial option. Read More
Voter Education: I am a citizen; how do I vote?
This curriculum contains five classroom lessons for adult English language learners, adult basic education, and citizenship classes that are based on stories for students to read, using a ‘real-life’ approach to learning. In these lessons, students develop skills in reading, writing, speaking and critical thinking while they learn about a significant facet of life in the United States – voting and elections. All lessons include an original story, related vocabulary, a worksheet with questions for discussion, an activity, and relevant information for the instructor. Read More