Stronger Together:  Effective Advocacy through  Cross Agency Partnerships
    Author: Karisa Tashjian & Jill Holloway
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    IDEAL and Involved Instruction: Using Practitioner Expertise and Research with Distance and Blended Learning
    Author: Jen Vanek
    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
    Author: Laurie Martin
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Many Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes include students who are non-native English speakers. These English Language Learners (ELLs) often need different teaching approaches or additional support to be successful in ABE classes. This session from the 2016 COABE Conference explores the needs of ELLs and many ways ABE instructors can teach and support them. ATTACHMENTS: Teach Support ELLs in ABE COABE 2016 Martin
    It is all in the Support Services
    Author: S. Michele Echols
    Subject Area: Citizenship/Immigration
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    It's all about the Support Services: Case Management Services for the 21st century adult education and workforce development programs. New York State Adult Education Department offers a unique approach to literacy development through its Literacy Zones, an initiative spearheaded by the New York State Board of Regents and the State Education Department to bridge the achievement gap and provide a systemic focus on literacy from birth to adulthood. Adult Education students who visit any of the 51 Literacy Zones throughout New York State benefit from adult education classes, self-directed learning technologies, and crucial case management support that helps overcome barriers due to inadequate housing, healthcare, financial resources, and opportunities for employment. Providers will gain an understanding of the process of case management as a service delivery model and how it differs from other social work approaches.   This process includes outreach, intake and eligibility determination, assessment, education service plan, documentation and record-keeping, and outcomes evaluation.   They will understand how some social workers identify as case managers when engaging in such work. ATTACHMENTS: Its All About the Support Services2
    Online Student Engagement: Creating a Virtual Environment That Promotes Inclusion & Inspiration
    Author: Cash Clifton
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Student engagement can be a challenge in any classroom, and it becomes even more difficult when technology introduces additional boundaries and limitations. Join New Mexico Distance Education & Learning Technology (DELT) Master Teacher Cash Clifton in exploring best practices in online student engagement. Participants will learn about best practices in online teaching, communication skills to foster student motivation, techniques for respecting cultural diversity, and maintaining healthy boundaries with students. ATTACHMENTS: COABE 2016 Clifton
    Customer Service Clerk at Hannaford Supermarket__An introductory-level job that could lead to future advancement
    Author: Lucille Stott
    Material Type: Lesson Plan
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    This extensive lesson plan is accompanied by a course outline for an additional 11  units. The unit explores introductory-level jobs that can lead to future advancement. The starting position presented in the first lesson plan is Customer Service Clerk at a Supermarket. The job description is presented and reviewed by Learners, accompanying vocabulary assists in their understanding of the job and the expectations for the worker. Practice dialogues, role plays, application and interview exercises are also suggested as additional activities. Twenty-six (26) "cue" statements are provided to assist the Learner in understanding the new vocabulary along with a Customer Service Job Description from Hannaford Supermarkets who assisted the author in researching  this lesson plan. Twelve (12) potential interview questions are also listed that can be used with the Learners in preparation for a supermarket interview.   ATTACHMENTS: STOTT LV ESoL LessonPln
    Bigger, Better Writing: Using Rubrics & Samples to Improve Scores & Instruction
    Author: Dr. Carmine Stewart, Meagen Farrell
    Subject Area: Writing
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    No matter what you are teaching, we have a writing sample for you! Learn how to use rubrics to help your GED, TASC, HiSET, ABE and ESOL students improve their writing skills and scores. Two members of the Essential Education design team will explain the process we use to develop our proprietary rubrics. Participants will break into small groups to practice using a rubric to grade writing samples. Everyone will leave with useful strategies and free teaching tools. Identify the skills your students need to become excellent writers and meet their educational goals! ATTACHMENTS: BiggerBetterWriting COABE2016
    Filling in the WIOA Gap: an ESL/ABE LiveBinder with FREE Career, Civics, and Workforce Preparation Curriculum for the WIOA Classroom
    Author: Tonya Creamer
    Subject Area: IET, WIOA
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    How will WIOA work its way into your ESL or ABE classroom? This LiveBinder was created to assist with the development of career pathways and the integration of civics and workforce development instruction into ESL and lower-level ABE classrooms. The vetted and FREE resources (which also include health, financial and digital literacy units and lessons) are labeled with descriptions, guidance for the current ESL Educational Functioning Levels, and a rating system so users can quickly direct their attention to material that best meets their needs. http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=1533439 or http://tinyurl.com/ESLlivebinder ATTACHMENTS: ESL IET ESL IET COABE