MN ABE Connect Archive
Recent Newsletter Articles
Language and Literacy ESL Roundup!
If you’re an ESL teacher who missed this year’s Language & Literacy conference, or if you just weren’t able to make it to all of the sessions, have no fear! All of the conference sessions were recorded, so even though the conference is over, you can still continue to learn with and from your ESL colleagues. Check out the videos and resources from these ESL-focused sessions for ideas to invigorate your teaching this winter. Read More
Administrator PD: Highlights and Updates
This year, we’ve created webinar spaces for administrators to gather and discuss topics pertinent to the management of ABE programs, including addressing daily challenges and questions that administrators may face. Check out these key learnings from our Administrator Webinars thus far, as well as information on upcoming opportunities! Read More
2022 Virtual Summer Institute Call for Proposals
Literacy Action Network is now seeking presentation proposals for the Virtual 2022 ABE Summer Institute. The conference will be held online on August 17 and 18. We received very positive feedback on last year’s excellent presentations and we look forward to another strong program! Read More
EdTech Integration Strategy Toolkit: Routines to Level Up your Classroom
Over the last two years, we’ve seen more than our share of Top 10 lists and highlight reels with the newest tech to try. Finally, an EdTech Toolkit goes beyond an information-dump and provides repeatable classroom routines using low-barrier tech resources for you and your students. Read More
The “Just in Time” Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI) Resource Series: Part 4
This article is Part 4 in a newsletter series highlighting PD and resources for each of the four components of Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI): alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. This week we’ll focus on some useful free vocabulary resources for teaching academic vocabulary and locating it in text. Read More
Get Them Talking with Career Conversations
There are so many things to consider when helping learners plan for a future career that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. We need to provide opportunities for learners to identify their skills and interests, create a resume, research education and training options, practice interviewing skills, and more. Check out this resource that helps students work on several of these skills at the same time! Read More
Increasing Cultural Competency for Adult Educators: PELSB-Approved Relicensure Training
ATLAS is pleased to offer a growing number of resources for members of the ABE field to increase their cultural competency, including a 2-part, PELSB-approved training on February 11 and 25 that meets the new Minnesota Cultural Competency relicensure requirements. Here’s a quick list of training options and resources; stay posted because more are on the way! Read More
What Are Students Missing on the GED Math Test?
I have often found myself asking what information the GED Testing Service makes available to know what to teach to my students. GEDTS must know what topics are important and what the GED candidates are getting incorrect on the tests, right? Well, the good news is that they do both know the information and are willing to share it with us! Read More
The “Just in Time” Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI) Newsletter Series: Part 3
This article is Part 3 in a newsletter series highlighting PD and resources for each of the four components of Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI): alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. This week we’ll dig into some useful free vocabulary resources for determining which words to teach, depending on the level of your learners and their goals. Read More
A Resource for “Staying Wealthy and Wise”
The Federal Reserve Education website is a searchable collection of materials that includes lesson plans, videos, and infographics for learners from elementary school age through adult. The materials are fantastic for teaching financial literacy and provide an engaging way to bring Critical Thinking and Navigating Systems skills into your ABE classroom. Read More