This new online Community of Practice (CoP) is for advisors working in Massachusetts adult education programs. The purpose is to: increase collaboration and networking, share resources and materials, and solve tricky situations, together. The Advising CoP is a Canvas-based discussion platform for...

Partnering with students as leaders isn’t just about personal development, it’s also a powerful way to spark peer learning and make programs more inclusive and responsive. When students share their stories, help shape decisions, and even join staff teams, programs open the door to new ideas...

Let’s be honest—finding time to integrate digital literacy into already full schedules can feel impossible. Many of us worry we don’t have the tech skills, or that we won’t know which ones matter most for our students. But here’s some good news: You don’t have to do it all yourself. Many adult...

Finding a way through school and career choices can feel tough, but students don’t have to do it alone. Group advising workshops bring students together to share ideas and support each other. Learning with peers can make it easier to face challenges and stay motivated. Group advising helps students...

Join these meetings to connect with other people currently running MassSTEP programs. The MassSTEP Sharing Group is a peer-facilitated opportunity for advisors to network, share resources and strategies, ask questions, and learn together. Each meeting focuses on a specific topic that is relevant to...

Are you looking to connect and learn with other directors and program leaders? Join us for the Directors Sharing Group! The Directors Sharing Group is a peer-facilitated opportunity for directors to network, share resources and strategies, ask questions, and learn together. Each meeting focuses on a...

If we want to know what our students really understand, we need to make room for them to share their ideas. Instructional routines provide one way of doing that. "Instructional routines are specific and repeatable designs for learning that support both the teacher and students in the classroom...

In English Language Arts (ELA) classes for adults, student-to-student learning is a powerful tool. This is especially true when included in contextualized reading and writing instruction. Adults come to class with a wealth of knowledge and life experiences. They can use this experience to share what...

Teachers in adult ESOL programs know that students bring a wide range of experiences, ideas, and skills to class. When students have the chance to share what they know, learn from one another, and even teach each other, everyone benefits. Read on for strategies and activities to help your students...

This year, SABES is focusing on helping you integrate technology into your programming using strategies focused on EdTech Routines, repeatable activities that use technology to teach digital skills alongside content. Want to learn how to use specific tools? Join our EdTech in Action workshops. Each...