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    Onboarding Adult Learners to Apps for Adult Basic Skills (including ESL/ESOL)
    Author: David J. Rosen
    Subject Area: Blended Learning, Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2019 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Most adult basic skills (including ESL/ESOL) learners now have smartphones, yet few know that free or low-cost apps can help them learn, as a supplement to what they are learning in class, or while waiting for a class or a tutor. David J. Rosen will present models for “onboarding” adult learners to have access to a suitable education app, feel comfortable and competent in using it, and begin acquiring online learning skills they will need for their learning throughout their lives. The models are suitable for adult basic skills (including ESL/ESOL) programs and for public libraries.
    The Future Is Here: Rising to Higher Expectations for ESOL Instruction and Student Outcomes
    Author: Sarah Lynn; Federico Salas-Isnardi
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology, Soft Skills, WIOA
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2019 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    In the last few years, the landscape of adult education has changed dramatically, and the popular Future series has changed too. The new edition upholds Future’s signature integration of English communication skills with robust content and meaningful contexts, as it also embraces the increased rigor of the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) and higher expectations for Workplace Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA) outcomes. In this session the presenter will introduce you to new features of Future 2nd edition including a new content-based reading strand designed to challenge students’ higher order thinking skills and build their general knowledge through multiple readings on the same topic, and a new workplace soft-skill strand which engages students’ communication and culture skills in a collaborative problem-solving task. Come see how Future 2nd Edition has changed with the times. The overview presentation will be followed by a Q & A with Sarah Lynn.
    Practical Ways to Integrate Critical Thinking, Math, and Digital Literacy into Beginning Adult ESOL Classrooms
    Author: Carolyn Nason
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology, Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2019 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    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:

    Prepare all adults for employment for high demand industries and occupations that lead to economic self-sufficiency
    I-DEA: Flipped Instruction for English Language Learners
    Author: Jodi Ruback
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Conference 2019 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Computer-Based Learning, Presentations/Slideshows, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    I-DEA (Integrated Digital English Acceleration), funded initially by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, is in its sixth year of implementation in Washington State. The I-DEA curriculum includes thirty-one, openly licensed, one-week flipped instructional modules geared towards lower-level English language learners. Participants will learn about the openly licensed I-DEA curriculum, eLearning tools, and instructional design, as well as view the curriculum from the student and instructor perspectives.
    Flipping Instruction for Low-Level English Language Learners with I-DEA
    Author: Jodi Ruback
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Conference 2019 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Computer-Based Learning, Presentations/Slideshows, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    I-DEA is a flipped/hybrid integrated skills curriculum for lower-level adult English language learners (ELLs). Participants will work in the Canvas learning management system to learn about the design of this free, openly licensed curriculum. In addition to locating the curricular modules and importing these OER materials, participants will interact with both student and instructional materials in order to see how the curriculum can best be implemented and integrated into their own unique instructional settings and courses
    App-to-Speed Learning Circles in Public Libraries and ESL-ESOL Programs
    Author: David J. Rosen
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology
    Program Level: ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: App, Computer-Based Learning, Webinar Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    “App to Speed” learning circles use free or low-cost online apps designed for low-literacy adult English language learners who may be on waiting lists for classes, or who may want to supplement their classroom English language instruction with online learning in language learning sprints in the times they have available during their busy workdays, evenings and weekends.
    Resources from Beginning English Language Digital Stories Presentation, COABE 2018
    Author: Budway & Schramski
    Subject Area: Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology, Speaking/Listening
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2018 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Presentations/Slideshows, Video
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    These are the files that the powerpoints and lyrics that Budway ad Schramski used at the COABE 2018 presentation on Digital Stories for  beginning English Language Learners. Please feel free to contact either of us at kbudway@pima.edu  or cschramski@pima.edu    To view stories please visit the support adult ed youtube channel at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPtqvmJ6pk8  
    Learning Circles for Adult Education, including basic skills, ESL/ESOL , Citizenship Preparation, ASE, and Transition to college
    Author: David J. Rosen and Priyanka Sharma
    Subject Area: Blended Learning, Citizenship/Immigration, Digital, Computer Literacy & Technology, Life Long Learning, Program Management
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2018 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Learning Circles are a low-cost blended learning model for delivering short-term (6-12 week) instruction using trained volunteer facilitators and online courses or learning resources. In this presentation we talked about learning circles offered primarily through libraries, and a new pilot of English language circles offered for immigrants on waiting lists for English classes at five adult basic skills programs in New England.
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