In this video you will see a demonstration of the instructional routine “Wrong Answers Only” and hear from the teacher and two students about their experience with this instructional routine. This video highlights the deep and rich mathematical discussions that can arise from simple prompts when we shift our focus to thinking about all the answers that are wrong, and why they are wrong, instead of...

(Updated 2024: HSE Transcript - English) Are you interested in getting your high school equivalency credential, or do you know someone who might? This video goes through the steps from practicing for the test, finding adult education programs to help you develop your skills, and applying for and taking the official test. It also includes contact information and resources to help you along the way...

What’s the difference between a good lesson plan and a really good one? Watch this Lesson Plan Template Walkthrough video and find out! The video takes you step by step through a revision of an ESOL lesson plan for Beginning English learners, using the ACLS/SABES ESOL Lesson Planning Template as a guide. In the ESOL Lesson Plan Revisions folder you can find Before and After versions of the lesson...

In this video, Stephanie Gaboury of the Blue Hills Adult Education Program teaches her intermediate-level ABE students (GLE 4-8.9) a new reading comprehension strategy to help them summarize a text by finding the topic and main idea of each paragraph. Watch as Ms. Gaboury uses explicit instruction to first explain and model the strategy for her students, and then engages them in guided practice...

In this highlights video, Stephanie Gaboury of the Blue Hills Adult Education Program teaches her intermediate-level ABE students (GLE 4-8.9) a new reading comprehension strategy to help them summarize a text by finding the topic and main idea of each paragraph. Watch as Ms. Gaboury uses explicit instruction to first explain and model the strategy for her students, and then engages them in guided...

In this video, Stephanie Gaboury of the Blue Hills Adult Education Program reflects on a lesson she taught her intermediate-level ABE students (GLE 4-8.9) on how to use a reading comprehension strategy to help them summarize a text by finding the topic and main idea of each paragraph. As part of a broader unit on female empowerment and social activism, Ms. Gaboury chose a reading from CommonLit...

In the video series, From Awareness to Action: Culturally Responsive Teaching in the Adult ESOL Classroom, you will see a teacher demonstrating these elements of CRST: - A classroom environment that is inclusive, affirming, and equitable - Recognizing students’ diverse cultures and identities as assets - A curriculum and instructional materials with diverse perspectives - High expectations for all...

In this video, you will see several differentiated instructional methods in action as students engage in collaborative learning with a non-routine but accessible task that accommodates a diverse range of learning levels and needs. The teacher and students in this math class at Valley Opportunity Council’s Adult Education Program demonstrate many of the key characteristics we appreciate seeing in...

In this 23-minute video, you will be introduced to the critical elements of Instructional Delivery - Standard 6. Feel free to view and re-view this video as part of your work in familiarizing yourself with the MA ESOL Professional Standards and/or in preparation for Standard 6 PD.

This brief introductory video describes the key elements that comprise a culturally responsive and sustaining ESOL classroom.

Brooke Machado teaches a remote high school level Social Studies/ELA class on the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, using close reading strategies to understand the complex text of the First Amendment. She then reflects on the lesson in a follow-up interview. The lesson is loosely based on the First Amendment Rights lesson plan from TSTM (Teaching...

Watch and listen to how the teacher builds background knowledge, then models and scaffolds close reading using a complex, primary-source text—the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Find evidence of the following indicators from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English Language Arts Proficiency Guide for Teachers of Adult Education: P1.2 Well-structured Lessons P1.3 Student...

In the video series, From Awareness to Action: Culturally Responsive Teaching in the Adult ESOL Classroom, you will see a teacher demonstrating these elements of CRST: - A classroom environment that is inclusive, affirming, and equitable - Recognizing students’ diverse cultures and identities as assets - A curriculum and instructional materials with diverse perspectives - High expectations for all...

From ABE Professional Standards to the ELA Proficiency Guide View the video above to see how the ELA Proficiency Guide is connected to the Massachusetts ABE Professional Standards and why it is an essential tool for ELA adult education teachers in the Commonwealth.

A step-by-step tutorial of how to create fraction strips with just paper and markers. See related video Using Fraction Strips.

Sherry Lehane shows teachers how to get started using Google Docs, including how Docs are organized in your Google account and how to use common features (downloading) and less common features (like voice typing). She describes the details of Sharing and pros and cons of different choices.

Boston Public Schools Adult Education teacher Brooke Machado reflects on the financial literacy and civics lessons that she filmed in the summer of 2021 for this series, Instructional Practices in Remote ELA Teaching. Brooke discusses how her teaching changed as a result of going online; the choices, tools, and strategies she used to engage her students in the lessons; and how her adult learners...

Boston Public Schools Adult Education teacher Karen Greaves reflects on the financial literacy and civics lessons that she filmed in the summer of 2021 for this series, Instructional Practices in Remote ELA Teaching. Karen discusses how her teaching changed as a result of going online; the choices, tools, and strategies she used to engage her students in the lessons; and how her adult learners...

Karen Greaves teaches financial literacy vocabulary, with activities that incorporate technology and provide opportunities for students to make connections to their own lives. Find evidence of the following indicators from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English Language Arts Proficiency Guide for Teachers of Adult Education: K1.2 English Language Acquisition K1.3 Adult Teaching and...

Watch and listen to how the teachers use formative assessment methods in their remote classrooms to monitor student understanding and inform instruction. Find evidence of the following indicators from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English Language Arts Proficiency Guide for Teachers of Adult Education: P2.1 Assessment Methods This video is part of the series Remote ELA Instructional...

Teacher Brooke Machado engages her remote students in a discussion about First Amendment rights, incorporating digital tools, fostering communication skills, and providing opportunities for students to make the connection between their own lives and the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Find evidence of the following indicator from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English...

This brief introductory video focuses on the purposes and benefits of different forms of assessment in the ESOL classroom, with a particular focus on how each form of assessment supports teaching and learning in different ways for all stakeholders in the ESOL program.

This video provides a helpful introduction to the backward design approach to planning and explains why and how this planning tool is so powerful and effective.

This second of two videos provides a solid foundation to help you understand the four elements that create a positive learning environment and support effective practices for the instruction of vocabulary in the ESOL classroom.

This first of two videos provides a solid foundation to help viewers understand the four elements that create a positive learning environment and support effective practices for the instruction of vocabulary in the ESOL classroom.

This brief introductory video focuses on some of the theories and approaches that have had the greatest influence on SLA as we know it today, with a particular emphasis on those that we believe have had the most impact on instructional ESOL practices.

(6:02 - Transcript) How does adult education change lives? This video features three students working toward their dreams by participating in free or low-cost adult education programs in Massachusetts. Hear their stories, as well as interviews with their adult education program directors and Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) leaders. Closed captions in English...

The first of three videos in this series provides an overview and background of the MA Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Speakers of Other Languages.

The second of three videos in this series provides a look at each of the seven professional standards, including key revisions.

The third of three videos in this series shares ways to put the standards to use in your instructional practice.

Third in the series of 4, this video focuses on how instructors use STAR (Student Achievement in Reading) to differentiate instruction for adult learners. (SABES)

In this video, instructors tell us how they teach STAR (Student Achievement in Reading) within thematic units such as science and social students. (SABES)

Fourth in the series of 4, this video emphasizes that the STAR (Student Achievement in Reading) program is dynamic and powerful for adult learners, and some of the reasons why it is successful. Two students also discuss STAR from their experience. (SABES)

Two instructors and the director of Abisi Adult Education Center in Lowell, MA introduce you to STAR (Student Achievement in Reading) and its impact on adult learners in their school. (SABES)

Two adult education math teachers talk about using manipulatives and digital tools in remote math teaching.

In this video, you will see a demonstration of the instructional routine “Fraction Talks” and hear from the teacher and two students about their experience using it. The students share their conceptions of fractions and work toward the conclusion that when comparing the space occupied by fractions of different sizes, the fraction pieces must be the same size. This video highlights Fraction Talks...

A brief demonstration of how to use fraction strips to solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems. See related video Creating Fraction Strips.

This video demonstrates how to use the Annotate feature in Zoom.

Flip is a free app from Microsoft where educators create safe, online groups for students to express their ideas asynchronously in short video, text, and audio messages. It is available at https://info.flip.com/en-us.html In this video, Sherry Lehane demonstrates how to record video or audio to add to a Flip board.

Sherry Lehane describes the different ways to add images and other file types to a Padlet.

Sherry Lehane shows how to create a slide in PowerPoint that will track the length of time you designate.

Sherry Lehane shows how to start a new Padlet and invite people to use it.

Sherry Lehane shows teachers the features on jamboard.google.com and gives some ideas about how to use it with students.

Teacher Brooke Machado engages her remote students in a discussion about First Amendment rights, incorporating digital tools, fostering communication skills, and providing opportunities for students to make the connection between their own lives and the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Find evidence of the following indicator from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English...

Teacher Karen Greaves engages her students during a remote financial literacy lesson using digital polling and a digital whiteboard to foster student discussion. Find evidence of the following indicator from the Instructional Practice (P) domain of the English Language Arts Proficiency Guide for Teachers of Adult Education: P1.3 Student Engagement See also Brooke Machado engaging her students in...

Emily is studying to take her high school equivalency exam at the Worcester Adult Learning Center. Here, she shares her story and her plans for the future. If you're ready to take your next step, call or visit the Massachusetts Adult Literacy at 1-800-447-8844 or www.mass.gov/edu/literacyhotline. We can help you find a program to learn English, get your high school diploma, train for a new career...

Amina is learning English at the Worcester Adult Learning Center. Here, she shares her story and her plans for the future. If you're ready to take your next step, call or visit the Massachusetts Adult Literacy at 1-800-447-8844 or www.mass.gov/edu/literacyhotline. We can help you find a program to learn English, get your high school diploma, train for a new career, strengthen your reading, writing...

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This video describes the process for getting your high school credential via HiSET or GED. Video Transcript The resources shared in this video are listed below: High School Equivalency Testing Program Info HiSET®/GED© Comparison Chart Massachusetts Adult Literacy Hotline GED© Website HiSET® Website CONTACT INFO Massachusetts Adult Literacy Hotline: 1-800-447-8844, massliteracyhotline@worlded.org...

In this video, adult English learners talk about the kind of math instruction that has helped them understand and retain what they have learned in math class.

In this video, adult English learners and their instructor talk about the value of using a variety of strategies in math class to make sense of and solve problems.

Part 1 of the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (MA ELPS) Overview introduces the standards, why they were developed, what is new, and what has stayed the same. (SABES)

Part 2 of the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (MA ELPS) Overview explores the organization of the MA ELPS document. (SABES) See also: MA ELPS (Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards) - Document and Overview Videos for a review of the three videos in this series and links to the standards and associated documents.

Part 3 of the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (MA ELPS) Overview explores the organization of the MA ELPS document. (SABES).

View this video for a tour of the SABES website. (SABES)

This narrated exploration provides an overview to the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adut Education (CCRSAE) for Mathematics. It includes quick glimpses at the Mathematical Practices and the key instructional shifts. (SABES)

This brief video defines what a curriculum is and how having one in place helps teachers. The video also defines the parts of a curriculum, including scope and sequence, instructional units, lessons, and more. (Adult Numeracy Center at TERC)

ESOL instructors want to limit their own “teacher talk” so as to provide ample opportunities for student conversation and engagement. This video offers some examples and suggestions to help incorporate more interaction and conversation among students. (SABES)

Watch this 15-minute narrated introduction to the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE) for ELA. The resources referenced in this video, and additional resources and PD, are available at https://www.sabes.org/pd-center/ela. Video Transcript, with embedded links

This video provides exaggerated examples of what NOT to do when teaching an ESOL course. Take a look and see if you can find them all. (SABES)

English learner students in a math class talk about how important it is to learn math, and how well they learn it in classes taught by SABES instructors. (SABES)

In this video, produced by the SABES Mathematics and Adult Numeracy C&I PD Center, the instructor draws on her own recent teaching experiences as she shares strategies for building community in online math classes while being open about the challenges of remote instruction. Watch and listen to how she has kept her focus on the students while learning to navigate new technologies and other...

Nuestra meta en este breve vídeo es mostrarte que el proceso de conseguir tu credencial de equivalencia de high school no es tan complicado ni misterioso como puedas pensar. (SABES)

Singapore Strips are a visual tool that can help students make sense of word problems by promoting student engagement and understanding. This video shows how Singapore Strips can be introduced and used in an adult education classroom. (SABES)

For teachers correcting English learners' errors, it helps to think about what to correct, when to correct, and how to correct. This video shows a teacher demonstrating several techniques that address these considerations. (SABES)

What does a well-planned ESOL lesson look like in the classroom? This video demonstrates all of the elements of a well-structured ESOL lesson: clear objectives, formative assessments, scaffolded activities, and differentiated instruction. (SABES)

Two instructors and the director of Abisi Adult Education Center in Lowell, MA introduce you to STAR (Student Achievement in Reading) and its impact on adult learners in their school. (SABES)