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English Reading Demystified
The content for this multi-modal resource stemmed from work done by several adult English teachers, who noticed similarities between the difficulties experienced by English learners and those experienced by learners in another field of literacy: dyslexia. While the two contexts are different in many ways and these language learners were likely not dyslexic (there is currently no way to diagnose ELLs), they found much that overlaps. By purposefully learning more about instruction for learners with dyslexia, they enhanced their own teaching of adult language learners across all levels.
English Reading Demystified – ESL
The content for this multi-modal resource stemmed from work done by several adult English teachers, who noticed similarities between the difficulties experienced by English learners and those experienced by learners in another field of literacy: dyslexia. While the two contexts are different in many ways and these language learners were likely not dyslexic (there is currently no way to diagnose ELLs), they found much that overlaps. By purposefully learning more about instruction for learners with dyslexia, they enhanced their own teaching of adult language learners across all levels.
WisTech Open
Building on more than 20 years of high-quality digital learning materials, WisTech Open brings together popular Wisc-Online learning objects—such as assessments, animations, and interactive tools—alongside new resources that support learning across subject areas. The free platform can be used in the classroom or for independent learning by students, educators, and lifelong learners.
Health Literacy Resources
This collection of multi-language health videos, classroom lessons, and support resources was created to support language learners who are new to English and who may have limited literacy skills to reduce barriers to access healthcare and improve health literacy.
Digital Literacy Resources for ESL
This collection on the ATLAS website provides many resources on teaching Digital Literacy that are relevant to teachers of adult English language learners. Find it under ESL-Focused in the ATLAS Digital Literacy library, along with other ESL-appropriate digital literacy resources in the library.
The Literacy Centre of Expertise
This is a collection of customized materials, practical tools, and effective research-based strategies for teaching adult English as a New Lanugage (EAL) learners. The resources are created to strengthen language skills, address literacy barriers, and boost learner confidence. Materials are geared towards helping students develop the essential skills needed for daily life and active participation in their communities. There is a curated list of useful websites and teacher training. Additionally, view internally developed content such as Adults Learn to Print. Developed by The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) in Canada.
US Department of Labor Partner Finder
This National resource allows you to search for Apprenticeship programs by location, industry and/or occupation. If an individual is interested in one of these programs, they should reach out to the program directly for more information.
Apprenticeship Application Directory
Visit the Apprenticeship Application Directory to learn about the hiring processes, minimum requirements, and find contact information for actively recruiting programs.
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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.
ADVANCE IET Resource Repository
This repository, housed on the LINCS website and developed as part of the ADVANCE IET initiative, offers resources around all aspects of integrated education and training (IET) design and delivery. Resources are geared toward everyone from those creating their first IET program to those with extensive IET experience.
HiSET® Test at a Glance
Multiple downloadable resources are available to help test takers succeed on the HiSET®, such as free HiSET Practice Tests, a HiSET Study Companion, scoring guides, a Math Formula Sheet, and more.
Translanguaging Guides
One of the leading institutions on translanguaging research and resources is CUNY-NYS. Their whole website is filled with resources, but this webpage brings readers specifically to some of the guides and videos they have made specifically for educators. For those who have more time to dig through longer resources, start with this webpage, which includes writing activities that center translanguaging.
Morningside Center for Teaching Social Responsibility
Morningside Center for Teaching Social Responsibility is being added to the Featured Resources as part of our effort to look at ACES/TIF through the important lens of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and social emotional learning (SEL). Part of how they fulfill this mission is by sharing a robust collection of classroom resources that focuses on helping people understand current issues, celebrate diversity, and explore intersectionality. The lesson collection is very well-organized and can be searched using key terms and/or by applying various filters.
Heritage Language Resources Hub
This is a massive collection of resources in many languages around the world, put together by LESLLA (Literacy Education and Second Language Learning for Adults). A huge part of translanguaging (which is included in culturally sustaining teaching practices) is providing literacy resources in learners' home languages. This affirms for students that their languages are an asset on their journey of English learning.
ESOL Teaching Resources to Promote Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Our friends and colleagues at SABES in Massachusetts put together this rich collection of resources for adult English educators who want to be intentional in incorporating antiracist teaching in their classrooms. SABES highlights that many resources are created by historically marginalized community members.
Federal Reserve Education – Critical Thinking
This is an excellent resource for teaching financial literacy and personal finance skills. The collection can be searched using keywords or by applying filters for audience, type, topic, or standards. No account is needed to access all the resources.
Federal Reserve Education – Navigating Systems
This is an excellent resource for teaching financial literacy and personal finance skills. The collection can be searched using keywords or by applying filters for audience, type, topic, or standards. No account is needed to access all the resources.
Remote Instruction Resources – Math
See the Remote Instruction section under Instructional Resources in the ATLAS online Numeracy library for remote math/numeracy instructional resources.
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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
October 13, 2026
6:30 pm–8:30 pm
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Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/13/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important… Learn More
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October 14, 2026
6:30 pm–8:30 pm
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Starting Strong: Supporting Beginning-Level Learners in the ELL Classroom
Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/14/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Working with beginning-level learners can feel both exciting and intimidating, especially for new volunteers. Students may have limited literacy skills, emerging English proficiency, interrupted formal education, or varying comfort levels with classroom participation. In this webinar, we’ll explore practical… Learn More
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October 16, 2026
12:00 am–11:59 pm
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Applications for 2026/27 Best Practices in Digital Learning Cohort
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Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/16/26 Venue: Online (see details below) The purpose of this professional development (PD) initiative is to build the capacity of MN ABE consortia to offer quality digital education programming and distance learning opportunities for their learners based on established best practices. Participants who are accepted,… Learn More
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