by Julie Slack | Oct 17, 2025 | 2025 First Literacy Workshops, Adult Basic Education (ABE), Curriculum Development, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Resources
Presenter: Janice Batista The slides from this workshop introduce practical and engaging activities designed to energize adult ESL classrooms and boost student participation. Materials include a variety of strategies—ranging from low-prep icebreakers to skill-focused...
by Julie Slack | May 2, 2025 | English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), First Literacy Grant Projects, Resources, Volunteers
First Literacy Grant Funded ProjectPartner Program: Casserly House Project Description: The Casserly House worked with a consultant to assist all volunteer ESOL staff in the development of curriculum that served the newly arrived immigrant with little or no...
by Julie Slack | Mar 14, 2025 | 2025 First Literacy Workshops, Adult Basic Education (ABE), Digital Literacy, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Resources
Presenters: Carol Clymer and Beth McLean Smithsonian Institution’s free, online Talk with Me Toolkits can be used in family literacy and adult education programs. The Toolkits allow access to world-renowned artifacts from the Smithsonian’s digital collection and...
by Julie Slack | Feb 7, 2025 | 2025 First Literacy Workshops, Adult Basic Education (ABE), English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Resources, Volunteers
Presenter: Anna DeNicolo One of the biggest challenges ESOL program administrators face is retaining teachers session after session. Teacher turnover can negatively impact learners, staff, and program funding. What can program administrators do to encourage ESOL...
by Julie Slack | Nov 8, 2024 | Adult Basic Education (ABE), Cultural Awareness, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Resources
Presenter: Andrew Shapira Artwork can serve as a dynamic tool in adult ESOL and ABE classes, offering a gateway to explore diverse cultures, historical eras, and ignite thought-provoking conversations. Google Arts and Culture hosts an extensive collection of...
by Julie Slack | Oct 18, 2024 | English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Resources
Presenter: Rob Sheppard In the language classroom, some of the most impactful moments arise spontaneously from authentic exchanges. Yet, for newer teachers, veering off the lesson plan to embrace these opportunities can feel daunting. The slides from this workshop...
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