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As adult educators, we know that students come to our classrooms with a wide range of learning challenges, but very few have a formal diagnosis. So, how do we better understand and meet the needs of all students, even in the absence of a diagnosed learning disability? Here are three strategies you…
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During this academic year, SABES and ACLS have worked together closely to update the ESOL curriculum planning templates, and to develop new review guides that will support staff in writing cohesive, coherent curricular materials (including scope and sequence, unit plans, and lesson plans);…
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The SABES ELA PD Center has developed three ELA What to Look For guides (a.k.a., "Look-For" guides) in collaboration with ACLS to support teacher effectiveness. These guides are part of the Classroom Visit Toolkit–A Holistic Approach to Classroom Observations.  Organized by level, the…
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The Mathematics Proficiency Guide for Teachers of Adult Education (August 2022) is one of several companion pieces to the MA Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Education (2017, revised 2019). Three proficiency guides have been created, one each for ELA, mathematics, and ESOL. This…
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In March we celebrate women’s history and highlight the contributions of women of all races and nationalities to mathematics. Every woman exists at the intersection of her gender, race, sexual orientation, ability, and other factors of her identity. With this in mind, we encourage you to visit the…
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INSTRUCTION _______________________________________________________________ Visit our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Math resource page. Visit our Math Resources for Supporting Learners With Learning Disabilities, Differences, and Difficulties page.…
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The resources on this page are specifically curated to narrow your search for key materials in your work with students who have learning disabilities, differences, and difficulties, particularly in math and numeracy. More broadly, you can be assured that the work we do at the SABES Math Center has…
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Slow Reveal Map sequences use maps to explore data in historical and geographic contexts. Each sequence begins with elements hidden so the map is simplified and accessible to all learners. Then step by step, the hidden layers of the map are revealed, giving students space for sense-making. The…
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The PSPDC is pleased to offer free access to the COABE Journal to all Massachusetts adult educators. To access each issue, please click on the corresponding link below to complete a brief form that confirms you are a Massachusetts adult educator. Fall 2023 - Professional Development  Spring…
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This document offers resources for learning more about mathematical learning disabilities and supporting students who need instruction at a numeracy level (GLE <2).