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Make Learning More Relevant with the Language & Numeracy Study Circle
Integrating math and numeracy into English language classes is part of aligning our programs to the College & Career Readiness Standards. This practice also makes learning more relevant to learners and opens new ways for them to engage in rich and meaningful activities and conversations. Read More
Calling All Numeracy Instructors! We Want to Hear from You!
There are great things happening in ABE numeracy classes everyday –because YOU are making them happen – and your colleagues want to hear about it! Read More
Learn about Pronunciation! Easy and Fun Activities
Where to begin with easy and effective pronunciation instruction? Read on to learn about two pronunciation activities that are a great starting point for teachers new to teaching pronunciation, as well as information about the upcoming Pronunciation Study Circle offered by ATLAS. Read More
ABE Program Quality Discussion Group on Schoology
Please participate in an online discussion about what program quality looks like in ABE programs! This discussion will inform the future development of state-wide ABE Program Quality Standards. Read More
Improving Teacher Expertise in Teaching Pronunciation: A Study Circle Model
"I found the study circle extremely useful as a teacher. It transformed my teaching – completely." This past spring, 12 adult ESL teachers explored pronunciation instruction in their classrooms by participating in the new ATLAS Pronunciation Study Circle. Read More
Math Teachers: Time to Connect! Top 5 Reasons to Join MCTM
Ever want to talk math, but have no math buddy? Want to tap the expertise of math education professionals across contexts, including K-12, college, and ABE? Even if you identify as an ELL or ELA teacher who teaches some math, you can still benefit! Read More
LINCS Online Video Discussion
Minnesota teachers and their classroom practices will be featured on the LINCS Community ESL Discussion Board. Join the discussion and with adult ESL colleagues all across the nation as you view and discuss videos of Minnesota teachers. Read More
New Marshall Adult Literacy Online English Language Tool: Feedback Requested!
Your ABE expertise is needed to help test out a new Minnesota home-grown English Language online distance learning tool! Read More
Learn about LINCS!
The Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS) offers freely available courses, resources, and community for adult educators. Check out this powerful resource! Read More
Five Tips for Designing Better Workshop Presentations
Planning a workshop presentation? Or thinking about presenting, but unsure where to start? Here are five tips, based on years of experience and piles of evaluation comments, for designing a great session. Read More