The NYSED Teacher Leader Project: Lessons Learned in Teacher Development
    Author: Mark Trushkowsky, Eric Appleton, Patricia Helmuth
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Since 2014, the CUNY Adult Literacy/HSE Program has collaborated with the NYS Department of Education to create the NYSED Teacher Leader Initiative. This project has developed a community of teacher leaders across the state, dedicated to improving teaching practice in our field. These teacher leaders bring our training to educators in their regions, and develop resources and projects of their own. This workshop provides an overview and answers questions about the initiative. We'll use the voices of the NYSED Teacher Leaders themselves to reflect on the lessons we've learned about effective, ongoing, and engaging teacher development. This workshop is for teachers, administrators, state education directors - anyone interested in the resources developed and the lessons learned through this initiative. All materials from this workshop are available at bit.ly/COABE2018CUNY  
    COABE 2018 Presentation: English Language Proficiency Standards
    Author: Marcela Movit
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    While the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) prepare students for academic and workforce success, they provide limited support for students who are not proficient in English and need additional language support. The English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards for Adult Education (AE) can help career and technical education administrators and educators ensure that their English language learners (ELLs) receive the focused and effective instruction they need to meet the CCRS. This session will examine why the ELP standards for AE were developed and how adult education teachers can use them in their classrooms to ensure that ELLs have the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
    CASAS: Helping Agencies Soar so Learners Can Become Career and College Ready

    Abstract:

    This session showcases the resources CASAS offers - many at no cost - which help agencies implement quality ABE/ESL programs with standardized accountability measures. The CASAS framework assists programs to assess, instruct and track youth and adult student's progress from beginning literacy through transition to post-secondary and the workforce.
    Investing in Quality: A Blueprint for Adult Literacy Programs and Funders
    Author: Ira Yankwitt
    Subject Area: Reading, Writing
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Webinar Materials
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    To explain the context, background, and process of creating the Investing in Quality report (www.lacnyc.org/investing-in-quality.html) To introduce the core content and findings of the report To discuss how we’re using the report in NYC To answer any questions you have
    Implementing Close Reading Strategies in English Language Classes
    Author: Ronna Magy
    Subject Area: Reading
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    How can educators help adult English language learners develop close reading strategies that lead to success in both academic and workplace contexts? In this workshop the presenter discusses and participants explore three informational text-close reading strategies: responding to text-dependent questions using citation of evidence, paraphrasing and vocabulary building, and jigsaw reading.
    Service Sector Workers & the Need for Adult Education: Findings from PIAAC and the Implications for Educators
    Author: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, Katie Herz, B. Jasmine park, Keren hendel
    Subject Area: Reading, WIOA
    Program Level: Conference 2018 Materials
    Material Type: Assessment
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Available 24/7, Education and Skills Online (ES&O), is an assessment tool based on the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) that provides comprehensive information on cognitive skills of literacy, numeracy, and digital problem solving, as well as background information on your learners/clients. ES&O is designed to help practitioners and administrators in both educational and workplace settings assess skills of individuals. The tool can be used to determine placement for individuals in courses or placement at any point along a career pathway. It can also be used to evaluate classes, programs, or any other group of respondents. Learn how ES&O has been implemented in small and large organizations.
    Advocacy _ Building a Network that Engages Community, Staff, and Students
    Author: Jody Angelone, Susan Sheehan
    Subject Area: Advocacy, Reading, Writing
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    In this session, the presenters will share ways you can engage your community, staff, and students in promoting adult education and impacting important legislative discussions. In addition to providing an overview of the national Educate & Elevate campaign, presenters will provide some basic advocacy information and share practical ways that instructors can incorporate advocacy in their classrooms and become better advocates for their students. They will share how adult education teachers can engage students in advocacy through a series of classroom taught lessons, class outings, service projects, and volunteer work.  Presenters will provide participants with resources and examples of advocacy activities and events that can be replicated in the ABE and ESOL classrooms. Opportunity to ask questions and share ideas.
    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
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