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There are many ways to learn about teaching, and sometimes watching other teachers model effective practices is extremely helpful. Here is a collection of classroom-based teaching videos showing activities, techniques, and approaches in the ESOL classroom. Topics include strategies for multilevel…
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Texts that adult learners read for instruction should be at an appropriately complex level and relate to the unit topic. Care should also be taken to ensure that the presentation of the text, even if oriented towards children (e.g., through pictures, language) can still speak directly to adults…
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This LINCS collection shares materials from OCTAE's ESL Pro initiative and offers evidence-based resources to enhance the impact of adult English learner (EL) instruction nationwide and in your community. Each topic-driven suite of resources includes an issue brief, an online learning module, and a…
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The language is confusing--what is the difference between a learning difference, a learning difficulty, and a learning disability? And what should you do if you suspect you have students struggling with any of these challenges?
This curated collection of resources will help you to understand the…
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Artificial intelligence has taken a great leap forward with the recent unveiling of ChatGPT, a powerful AI generator unlike anything we've seen to date. The news is abuzz with articles about the "shadow side" of ChatGPT, which has become apparent to numerous journalists who were offered advanced…
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Please view our library of recorded sessions below. You will not find all of our courses here as some do not lend themselves to recording due to the nature of the content and others are designed to be delivered as part of a classroom/virtual classroom experience.
Additionally, there are several "…
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The resources listed below will assist teachers in developing ELA lessons and units that are culturally responsive. The content can help inspire ELA students during Black History Month and throughout the year.
Race, Racism and Racial Justice Resources
The New York Times has curated a collection…
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This page from Pew Research Center provides a range of short data stories that are current and relevant. The Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes, and trends shaping the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research,…
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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.
Transcript - Emily on Returning to School (New Window) | See all student stories.
If you're ready to take your next step, call or visit the…
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BeCALM (Beginning Curriculum for Adults Learning Math) contains remote-ready units for adult learners who need math instruction at beginning levels (GLE 2-4). Adults who are beginning math learners sometimes find themselves left behind by high school equivalency curricula, or stuck trying to…
