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abc English Online Library: Assessment

abc English offers English Readers, Flashcards, and slideshows for systematic phonics, grammar, and vocabulary building. Full access to the online library requires a subscription, but some of the materials are free. Additionally, there is a free 30-day trial option.

Clear English Corner with Keenyn Rhodes – for learners

This channel is dedicated to helping learners speak American English with clarity and confidence. Video resources are uploaded weekly. This channel is a great resources for learners, and can also be used by teachers as supplemental resources for class, and can help teachers gain a greater understanding of English pronunciation.

Rachel’s English YouTube Channel – for learners

Americans speak fast and conversation can be hard! This channel is a great resource for learners, where they can unpack pronunciation features with videos on all aspects of spoken English – from dropped sounds and linked words to idioms, phrasal verbs, and conversation study. It can also be used by teachers as supplemental resources for class, and can help teachers gain a greater understanding of English pronunciation.

Baruch College: Tools for Clear Speech – for learners

"TfCS offers a variety of practice exercises and online resources for remote access. From individual English sounds to overarching features like intonation and stress, these exercises are an excellent way to preview, practice, and maintain what you learn." The tools are made to support learners taking classes at Baruch College, but anyone can access and learn from their excellent Tools to Go!

Rachel’s English

This YouTube channel contains hundreds of videos unpacking the sounds and rhythms of the English language, as well as videos exploring idioms, vocabulary, and recommendations for strengthening listening and learning skills.

VOA Learning English

Voice of America's Learning English website provides captioned videos and accompanying lesson plans which include supplemental videos and listening tracks for vocabulary development, pronunciation, and conversation. Appropriate for beginning to advanced levels.

ThoughtCo Pronunciation and Conversation

English pronunciation and speaking help and exercises including International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) guides, lesson plans, and conversational strategies for ESL/EFL classes and teachers.

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EdTech Integration Strategy Toolkit

The EdTech Integration Strategy Toolkit is a searchable collection of instructional routines and strategies created and shared by adult educators. The routines integrate educational technologies and digital skill building into core content classroom instruction, either in-person or online.

Digital Access & Resilience in Texas (DART)

Digital Access and Resilience in Texas (DART) is a foundational digital literacy curriculum for beginning English learners that incorporates digital literacy skills, foundational print literacy skills, and conceptual understanding of basic digital literacy topics, beginning with letter recognition and keyboard knowledge through going online, searching the internet, and using email. All 20 units and their instructional resources are available to download for free either separately or as a complete document.

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PD Catalog

Get an overview of all MN Adult Education professional development (PD) activities in one convenient, searchable place!

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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

May 14, 2026 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Literacy Minnesota
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Integrating AI Literacy Across Adult Education Classes and Levels – Session 1

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Registration Deadline: THU. 5/14/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Integrating AI Literacy Across Adult Education Classes and Levels Across adult education, AI literacy is a critical skill for navigating the modern workforce and daily life. This two-part webinar series moves beyond the “what” of AI… Learn More

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May 15, 2026 10:00 am–11:00 am
SW ABE
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Support Staff Coffee Break – Using AI to Analyze Data

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Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/15/26 Venue: Online (see details below) The Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series continues with Susan Wetenkamp-Brandt and Elizabeth Bennett sharing about using AI and explaining how your program can take advantage of this technology to analyze your data. For more information, contact Chrysti Nielsen… Learn More

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May 19, 2026 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
ATLAS
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Career-Focused and Specialized Online Statewide Classes Webinar

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Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/19/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Join us for an informative webinar on offering FY27 Career-Focused and Specialized Online Statewide Classes. This session will walk participants through key information from the promotional flyer, including what qualifies as a career-focused or specialized class, examples… Learn More

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