This self-paced course provides conceptual understanding of math topics around whole numbers, including cultural differences in procedures and notation. The course offers strategies and lesson ideas for making math accessible to all levels of ESOL students. During the course, you will engage with some math practice activities, watch videos of ESOL students working on math problems, view animations of math concepts, and learn about instructional strategies you might use in your own classroom.

This self-paced online course consists of five learning modules and a short assessment. It is possible to work through all modules in one sitting, but we encourage you to complete one module at a time. Carefully reflect on your own personal experiences vis-à-vis what you’ve learned in each module.

This course will introduce you to the logistical elements of CALM and its guiding principles. Learning to use CALM effectively takes time and this is just an introduction. See Module 3 (The Scope & Sequence), Module 5 (Assessment), and Module 6 (Using CALM) in particular to learn more about the essential components of lesson planning. You are strongly encouraged to attend other SABES Math professional development events after completing or while doing this course as many of them incorporate CALM activities.

Adults encounter ratios and proportions all the time in news or media statistics as well as when estimating risk, shopping for the best deal, creating mixtures and recipes, or performing countless other daily activities. The ability to reason about these numerical relationships develops over a long period of time and through deliberate exploration of the mathematics involved. Language teachers can provide opportunities for students to encounter and expand their ability to reason with ratios

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Build resilience, connection, and purpose in your workplace through this 5-hour, self-paced eLearning course. HCRE Foundations introduces the science of trauma, practical well-being strategies, and the nine guiding principles that inspire healing-centered, values-driven cultures. Designed for professionals at all levels, this course helps individuals and organizations move from surviving to thriving. Discover your growth path through the HCRE certification tiers, beginning with this prerequisite Foundations Course, and then advancing to—Seed Planter, Growth Guide, and Cultivator—and learn how small, intentional actions can spark lasting cultural change.

This self-paced course equips educators and administrators with strategies to effectively reach and engage diverse adult learner populations. Participants will identify common outreach challenges and misconceptions, recognize best practices for engaging underserved communities, and learn how to incorporate cultural responsiveness into their marketing efforts. Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities, attendees will analyze their current strategies to uncover gaps and implement improvements tailored to their programs.

Customers are integral to the success of any business. In this module, you’ll find out who your customers are, what customer service is, who provides it, and how it affects a business’s bottom line

Build essential critical thinking skills to analyze problems, evaluate evidence, and make more informed decisions. Learn how to question assumptions, recognize fallacies, and construct strong, persuasive arguments.