This Lesson Revision Template is intended to be used as part of a group lesson study in relation to the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education ( CCRSAE ). It is adapted from the Standards-in-Action resource alignment tool from "Advanced Unit 2: Focusing on Assignments and...
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Use the ELA Resource Alignment Tool to see how well a published resource or curriculum (including your own created curriculum) is aligned with the College & Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education ( CCRSAE ), and identify actions to fill in the alignment gaps. This tool is adapted from...
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Use this form to support observations of an EBRI class, whether by peers, coaches, directors, or others. This PDF form can be downloaded and typed into directly, or printed and used a guide.
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We are all aware of the mandate to integrate college and career readiness into ESOL instruction at all levels, but you might need support at times applying it to your teaching practice. Linked in the PDF below, you will find a vast array of helpful resources.
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Civic awareness and participation, as well as cultural understanding, are important aspects of successfully navigating a new life in the United States. In addition, civics education is required in adult ESOL programs funded under the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA). Resources...
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Introducing digital literacy and effectively weaving it into your instruction can prove to be a challenge. What skills do your students currently have? What is their comfort level with technology? How comfortable are you with your own skills? Which tools would truly enhance your instructional goals...
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This very brief video will walk you through the timeline of the various standards documents as they have been introduced to the ESOL field in Massachusetts - including the 2019 introduction of the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (MA ELPS). Take a moment to take a look!
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Are you unclear about definitions for learning disabilities, difficulties, and differences? Do you need information on appropriate accommodations? Are you hoping to gain a better understanding of Universal Design and Differentiated Instruction? This PDF provides several links to help you to find...
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Keeping up with education research helps you understand how learning takes place and why certain teaching practices are likely to be effective. We sort through what’s out there and post the most relevant and useful articles here. Check back often, as we will add to our collection regularly.
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All the professional and content standards relevant to ESOL practitioners can be found linked below in this handy PDF: the complete MAELPS document, with overview videos; the CCRSAE; the MA Professional Standards for Teachers of ESOL; the Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Education...
