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abc English Teacher Training
Teaching Grammar in Context Using Authentic Resources
Notice and Wonder about Data: Using Slow Reveal Graphs
Math Practices in the Virtual Classroom
Building Academic Vocabulary Knowledge with Semantic Maps
Finding Academic Vocabulary in a Text
Making Sense of a Standard
Visible Thinking
Teaching Grammar to Adult English Language Learners: Focus on Form
Teaching Language Through Content: CAL Resource Guides Online
Supporting ELLs in PBL Projects
Project-Based Learning: Buck Institute for Education
Looking at the Bigger Picture: 7 Tips for Using Project Based Learning in the ESL Classroom
Incorporating Goal-Setting in Adult ESL Classrooms
Learner Goal-Setting
LINCS ESL Pro Module 3: Preparing English Learners for Work and Career Pathways
3 Tips to Make Any Lesson More Culturally Responsive
New Resources
Retail Customer Service
Workplace Health and Safety Curriculum
College Readiness Academy Skills
Presenter Information
Get information about stipends, reimbursements, the MN Adult Ed policy on use of images in presentations, and other instructions for presenters.
MN Adult Ed YouTube Channel
The MN Adult Education YouTube Channel is a free online PD resource that you can use to explore teaching techniques and classroom ideas in action! Find out more in this MN ABE Connect newsletter article.
ATLAS Announcements & Future PD
Check out the latest list of ATLAS professional development announcements and opportunities! This is the document that is shared at all ATLAS events.
Virtual Meeting Resources
Find resources for conducting online meetings/events/presentations! You are welcome to use and adapt these materials to fit your own needs and context.
Upcoming ABE Events
Teaching the Whole Learner: Supporting Mental Health and Neurodiversity in ABE – Presented by Jimmie Heags
Registration Deadline: FRI. 7/11/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Adult learners bring a range of experiences, learning needs, and emotional challenges. This session helps ABE volunteers and professionals recognize signs of mental health concerns and neurodivergence (like autism or ADHD) without stepping into diagnosis. You’ll learn practical, trauma-informed… Learn More
WebChat with MN ABE
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/16/25 WebChat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. Web Chat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new and emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE staff to ask questions… Learn More
Teaching Reading Vocabulary
Registration Deadline: MON. 7/21/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for… Learn More