Math logo: stacked blocks Welcome to the SABES Mathematics and Adult Numeracy Curriculum & Instruction Professional Development Team page!


The SABES Mathematics and Adult Numeracy Curriculum & Instruction PD Team is managed by the Adult Numeracy Center at TERC. Our center provides high-quality professional development (PD) so that teachers can better help adult learners understand how math is present and relevant in everyday life, and how learners can use this knowledge to improve their own lives and communities. 


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See all currently scheduled SABES PD on the Upcoming Events list (filter by "Math and Numeracy") or search the SABES PD CalendarSummaries of math and numeracy PD (including PD not currently scheduled) are available. Participants from MA ACLS-funded programs have priority for event registration, but others are welcome as space allows.

Coaching and program-based PD are available to ACLS-funded programs on request. Visit the SABES Coaching Hub!

RESOURCES

Find resources by using the search box located at the top of this page, by selecting the Resource Library link at the top of this page, or by going directly to one of our curated collection pages below.

Note: If you have difficulties accessing any of the documents in this website, please contact us at adultnumeracy@terc.edu.

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Contact us!

Would you like to bring math PD to your program, suggest a resource, or ask a question? We’re here! Contact our director, Heidi Schuler, at heidi_schuler@terc.edu, or email adultnumeracy@terc.edu.


 

Math & Numeracy: Upcoming Events

03/12/2026

Using Visual Mathematics with English Learners: Percents and Ratios (Online Facilitated)

When students work with visual models that they can see, manipulate, or create, it opens visual pathways in the brain...

03/19/2026

Problem-Based Learning: An Approach That Works (Online Facilitated)

Addressing complex, real-world problems in class is an authentic and relevant context for ESOL and ABE instruction. It creates opportunities...

03/25/2026

Using the MAPT Score Report to Inform Math Instruction (Online Facilitated)

The Massachusetts Adult Proficiency Test (MAPT) is used by many state-funded programs to measure student progress. The MAPT provides score...

Math & Numeracy: Resources, Research and Curriculum

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Welcome to the Coaching Hub for Adult Education Practitioners! Whether you seek support in instructional strategies, integrating technology, or...

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This resource offers suggested PD pathways for staff who are new to their role or new to adult education in general. Whether you are new yourself, or...

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In addition to the wealth of resources below, the SABES Math Team offers individual and group coaching to help you grow your practice. We can support...

Math and Numeracy: Our Team