MN ABE Connect Archive
Recent Newsletter Articles
Coherence Across Classrooms
In the mathematics section of the CCRS, we are introduced to the 3 Mathematical Shifts before we even see any of the standards or mathematical practices that are now part of our instruction. Those shifts include Focus, Coherence, and Rigor. But what does it mean to be coherent across classrooms? Read More
Coming to a Computer Near You: Distance Learning Webinar Series!
This fall and winter the Distance Learning (DL) Support Service Team is offering a series of webinars aimed at helping ABE teachers get started with DL. The series includes training on a variety of distance learning platforms as well as an introductory session about the basics of DL. Read More
Resources to Support Literacy Level Instruction
Adult ESL learners who are learning to read and write for the first time in their lives present a unique challenge in the ESL classroom. However, while literacy level learners may be in the classroom for the first time, they come with a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, as well as a keen understanding of how precious learning is. Literacy level learners “may be beginning learners, but they are not beginning thinkers” (Brod, 1999). Read More
Solving the Case of the Missing Content Standards
Looking for ways to integrate all three sets of MN ABE Content Standards (CCRS, ACES/TIF, Northstar Digital Literacy Standards) into your instruction? Join us for an exciting new Cohort experience where you will adapt and create student tasks, lesson plans, and units aligned to the three sets of standards! Read More
CCRS Teacher Workouts – Feel the Burn!
New CCRS ELA and Math Teacher workouts are focused, fast, and designed to help teachers move forward with CCRS implementation. Use them in a staff meeting, with a colleague, or independently. Each workout takes just 20-45 minutes and focuses on a key CCRS shift, standard, or practice. Read More
Let’s Connect…on Schoology!
Are you missing opportunities to connect with ABE colleagues across the state to find out about important updates, ask questions, and share ideas or resources? Come join MN ABE on Schoology! Read More
Call for Journeys Submissions! New this year: “Letters About Literature”
This fall, we invite your learners to share their voices and submit their original stories and art for publication in the 2020 edition of Journeys, which includes special theme "Letters About Literature" for the first time. Friday, December 6 is the deadline for this year’s submissions. The submission webform is now open! Read More
Pronunciation Webinars for ESL Teachers
For many language learners, being understood by native English speakers is a daily battle. By integrating simple pronunciation instruction into regular lessons, teachers can make a difference with their learners’ speech production and confidence levels. Read More
New DL Platforms and SID Report Now Available
Several new Distance Learning platforms have been approved recently, and a new SID report showing DL attendance for DL classes is available. Read More
TABE 11&12 – New Maximum Testing Times and More!
Have you heard that DRC (Data Recognition Corporation) recently announced a reduction in the allowable time for students to complete each TABE® 11&12 subtest? These new, shorter testing times should be shared with all test administrators. Read More