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    House United
    Author: Allison Muir and Blaine Hunt
    Subject Area: Advocacy, Blended Learning, Career Pathways, Reading, Soft Skills, Speaking/Listening, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, College & Career Readiness, Conference 2018 Materials
    Material Type: Other
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    ROUND TABLE HANDOUT: Supporting ABE students’ academic success means advocating for institutional change beyond the borders of ABE programs. Our goal is to generate dialogue about the culture of ABE at our institutions to identify opportunities for student-centered initiatives that open college pathways for ABE students. Combined co-taught ABE and Dev. Ed. courses at TCC have broadened perspectives on student capacity, exposed assumptions and stereotypes, and created opportunities for acceleration.
    A Different Approach to Math Manipulatives
    Author: Ronald Cruz
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, College & Career Readiness, Conference 2018 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    A Different Approach to Math Manipulatives is a workshop designed to support ABE and GED teachers by providing them with strategies and instructional resources in their implementation the Mathematics College and Career Readiness Standards. Participants will find the strategies presented in this workshop easily adaptable and suitable to students of varying learning styles and ability. Resources will help in developing lessons that apply the standards of mathematical practices in CCRS, focusing on the most difficult to teach concepts such as rational numbers, algebraic equations, proportions, statistics and functions. Workshop participants will receive a complete packet of resources which includes a workshop binder and a manipulatives starter kit that will enable participants to start applying the strategies immediately upon their return to their classroom/school.
    Differentiation: Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Succeed
    Author: Heather Martin, Tara Schwab
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    By the end of this session, participants will be able to recognize different learning styles, identify aspects of their classrooms that may interfere with students’ learning processes, and understand and utilize teaching strategies that can help different types of learners and students with special learning needs succeed.
    High School Equivalency Testing:  Using Success Stories to Support Your Outreach Efforts
    Author: Mike Bellowe
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    According to the COABE Media Outreach Toolkit, one of the best ways for the adult education community to inform policy makers, funders, and the public of the work they’re doing is to share the success stories of their students, staff, and education programs. In this presentation, we will take a look at how education centers can expand their outreach efforts by taking advantage of some of the free resources offered by education vendors, including the creation and promotion of success stories.
    Integrating Education and Training….and Still Teach
    Author: Sara Z. Gutting
    Subject Area: IET, Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    This presentation explains: What is an IET? What are your responsibilities in implementing IET’s? What can you do right now in your classrooms?
    College of Southern Idaho College and Career Readiness Classroom Protocols for Instructors
    Author: Jennifer Hall/Clark Muscat/Kathy Muscat
    Subject Area: Other, Program Management, WIOA
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2018 Materials, Professional Development
    Material Type: Other, Reference, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    These protocols are shared with all instructors to develop continuity when sharing strong performance expectations with students. They are part of our mentoring process, but are equally valuable to share with experienced staff members.
    Essential Education Professional Development Scope and Sequence
    Author: Dan Griffith and Essential Education Staff
    Subject Area: Blended Learning, Other, Program Management, Reading, WIOA
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2018 Materials, Professional Development
    Material Type: Other, Reference
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    The College of Southern Idaho uses the Motivating the Adult Learner module provided by Essential Education to support onboarding of new instructors.
    Active-Learning Strategies for Teaching Ratios, Statistics, and Probability, part 1 (COABE 2018 session handouts)
    Author: Steve Hinds
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Business Math, Conference 2018 Materials, GED Test Preparation, HiSET Exam Preparation, Professional Development, TASC Test Preparation
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Presentations/Slideshows, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Steve Hinds presented a session at the 2018 COABE National Conference in Phoenix, Arizona titled, "Active-Learning Strategies for Teaching Ratios, Statistics, and Probability". This resource is the first of two batches of handouts he shared in the session. For more information about the activities, or the related professional development and curriculum work Steve does as the Director of his project, Active Learning in Adult Numeracy & Mathematics (ALANM), go to www.alanproject.org.    
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