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.

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

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

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

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)

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

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