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Engage with EngageNY!
Prepare to do a little digging that could have a great payoff for College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) instruction! Read More
One More Text Library… Designed for Adult Readers!
The text library from the Center for the Study of Adult Literacy (CSAL) was designed for adults (both native and non-native English speakers) who struggle with reading. Read More
Using Podcasts to Teach Learning Strategies
English as a Second Language podcast is a great tool to add to your students' independent learner toolkit. Read More
ReadTheory.org for FREE Reading Practice!
ReadTheory.org is a free website that delivers leveled reading passages with comprehension questions. Teachers can sign up for a free account, create classes and student accounts, and track their students’ progress. Plus, adult learners will not feel that they are using a child’s program. Read More
Disability Etiquette
Some people feel uncomfortable when interacting with a person that has a disability because they don’t know how to act. The most important thing to remember is to use common courtesy and be respectful. Read More
Who Wants to Know What CCRS Writing Looks Like?
I’m often asked about what writing aligned to the CCRS looks like, and two resources are available to us that demonstrate samples of the three types of writing required by the CCRS ELA/Literacy standards: argument/opinion, informative/explanatory and narrative. Read More
Distance Learning Platform Changes
Minnesota ABE continues to enhance distance learning (DL) opportunities. Here is current information regarding changes in approved DL platforms. Read More
GED Testing Updates
Catch up on the latest changes to the GED test, including passing scores, testing costs, and test sections. Read More
Teaching Adults to Read
These free online courses from LINCS - Teaching Adults to Read: Alphabetics, Fluency, and Vocabulary - are well worth your time! Read More
Global Math Department
Imagine a community of smart, skilled instructors who teach math at all levels and openly share their materials and ideas. Sound like a dream? Well, fortunately for you, it's a reality! Read More