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!

Learn more about SABES math offerings that are eligible for Professional Development Points!

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

10/01/2026

Introduction to BeCALM (Self-Paced)

This course is designed for teachers who are using or want to use the Beginning Curriculum for Adults Learning Math...

09/30/2026

Opening Digital Doors: Developing English Learners’ Digital Literacy Through Speaking and Listening Tasks (Online Facilitated)

This session maps digital skills and tools to instructional routines through the lens of content, process, and product, helping ELA...

10/01/2026
10/16/2026
11/20/2026
01/29/2027
02/05/2027
04/09/2027
04/16/2027

Beyond the Checklist: Elevating Your Classroom Observation Experience (Online Blended)

As an adult education leader, you are responsible for creating the conditions in which teachers can thrive and students can...

Math & Numeracy: Resources, Research and Curriculum

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Welcome to the Coaching Hub for Adult Education Practitioners! From classroom-level instruction and curriculum development to program-wide strategic...

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The SABES PD Pathways offer suggested professional development (PD) pathways for staff who are new to their role or new to adult education in general...

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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