Distance Learning/Education
Recent Newsletter Articles
The Owl has Landed! Piloting Duolingo as a DL Platform
Duolingo has been approved as a distance learning (DL) platform since fall of this year. This article talks through our Statewide DL's team experience as we piloted the program. Our goal is to give you insight on the successes and growing pains of implementing Duolingo for Schools into MN Adult Ed. Read More
Making “Cents” of Edmentum: Four Quick Tips
Edmentum is one of four main state-supported distance learning platforms. Your consortium helps pay for it through an annual technology fee, and we want you to get your money’s worth! Read More
Coursera – A Newly Approved DL Platform with an IT Focus
Coursera is a newly approved distance learning (DL) platform for MN Adult Education. The platform offers a variety of courses, degrees, and other learning options from universities and companies. You can also get free access to Google Professional Certificate Courses - special courses provided at no cost to programs through December 31, 2025. Programs should apply for these Coursera licenses by December 18, 2024. Read More
EdTech Strategy Sessions
Monthly EdTech Strategy Sessions offered through World Education provide a rich source of information around distance education and digital learning topics. They provide practical strategies and innovative approaches around the use of educational technology and the implementation of digital inclusion in education. Read More
Distance Learning Platform Resources
Minnesota is unique as a state which allows a wide variety of Distance Learning (DL) platforms to be used for adult instruction, and to claim proxy hours. Our philosophy is that instructors and managers are best suited to decide which platforms most appropriately meet the needs of their learners, as long as the content meets ABE standards and has adequate reporting features. We have nearly 60 approved platforms, covering all types of ABE content for students at many different instructional levels. Read More
Consider Joining the DL Advisory Team!
Consider joining the DL Advisory team, which will allow you to provide input to guide the state’s distance learning professional development and training efforts; offer input and feedback on policies and procedures governing distance education; advise on the purchase of statewide DL platform licenses; and participate in discussions regarding approval of platforms and courses for distance learning proxy hours. Read More
Edmentum and BASE – What’s New and Noteworthy for Spring 2023?
Do you use Edmentum Courseware, Exact Path, or BASE with your adult learners? Read on for some quick updates and helpful tips, and don't miss the BASE - SEL webinar on April 24 at 3:30 pm! Read More
MN Teacher Verification Model Update: Now Two Pathways to TVM Certification!
The Teacher Verification Model (TVM) is an option for Minnesota ABE teachers and programs to count proxy hours for asynchronous lessons that have been verified by a TVM certified teacher. Learn more about the new individual coaching pathway to TVM certification! Read More
IDEAL 103: Building an EdTech Strategy
While platforms such as Khan Academy or LinkedIn Learning host vast repositories of educational content, it can be a challenge incorporating them into the classroom. If you’ve struggled to digest and master a platform’s content, or how to meaningfully include such tools in the classroom, then the IDEAL 103 course is for you! Read More
SEL Resources for Minnesota Adult Education
There's a new collection of resources for adult learners and educators: BASE social and emotional learning (SEL) courses! A variety of courses are available for teacher PD, for in-class instruction, and for learners to access independently. Read More