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MINNEAPOLIS ADULT EDUCATIONCOURSE CATALOG

Prepared byDanielle Legault and Heather Turngren, Curriculum Coordinators

February 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CDA (Child Development Associate).........................................................................................................................................................4Customer Service.........................................................................................................................................................................................6Introduction to Early Childhood Education.................................................................................................................................................7Food Manager Certificate............................................................................................................................................................................9Pre-CDL (Commercial Drivers License)...................................................................................................................................................11Skills Lab...................................................................................................................................................................................................13ABE Orientation........................................................................................................................................................................................14CPR/First Aid/AED...................................................................................................................................................................................16ELL Distance Learning..............................................................................................................................................................................18English for Healthcare...............................................................................................................................................................................19English for Manufacturing and the Trades................................................................................................................................................20Citizenship.................................................................................................................................................................................................21Reading Intervention A..............................................................................................................................................................................22Reading Intervention B..............................................................................................................................................................................23Lean Skills Training..................................................................................................................................................................................24Social Studies.............................................................................................................................................................................................25Science.......................................................................................................................................................................................................27ABE Reading 250......................................................................................................................................................................................29ABE Reading 255......................................................................................................................................................................................31ABE Reading 260......................................................................................................................................................................................33ABE Reading 270......................................................................................................................................................................................35ABE Writing 350.......................................................................................................................................................................................37ABE Writing 360.......................................................................................................................................................................................39ELL Math 1................................................................................................................................................................................................41ELL Math 2................................................................................................................................................................................................42ELL Math 3................................................................................................................................................................................................43ABE Math 140...........................................................................................................................................................................................44ABE Math 150...........................................................................................................................................................................................46ABE Math 160...........................................................................................................................................................................................47ABE Math 165...........................................................................................................................................................................................48ELL Core Pre-Literacy..............................................................................................................................................................................49

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ELL Core 1................................................................................................................................................................................................51ELL Core 2................................................................................................................................................................................................53ELL Core 3................................................................................................................................................................................................54ELL Core 4................................................................................................................................................................................................55ELL Core 5................................................................................................................................................................................................57ELL Core 6................................................................................................................................................................................................59ELL Writing 1............................................................................................................................................................................................61ELL Writing 2............................................................................................................................................................................................62ELL Writing 3............................................................................................................................................................................................63ELL Listening and Speaking 1..................................................................................................................................................................65ELL Listening and Speaking 2..................................................................................................................................................................67ELL Listening and Speaking 3..................................................................................................................................................................68

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Class or Program Name CDA (Child Development Associate)

Class Site(s) South Campus Day – South Campus Evening Program Area GED ABE

StudentPlacementLevel(s)

Entry: GED/HS Diploma & TABE Reading D/A 8.0+, writing sample, and 480 hours experience

Class Assessment(s)

TABE Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content & 120 hours of education

Class Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals Course Benchmarks: This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can create a formal resume for the Early Childhood Education field.2. I can demonstrate competency of online testing.3. I can develop and formally prepare a Professional Portfolio.4. I can develop and formally write an Early Childhood Education Professional Statement of Philosophy.5. I can develop and formally prepare the 10 elements of a CDA Resource Collection.6. I will fulfill 120 total hours of education and demonstrate competency of the 8 CDA Subject Areas

(including a formally written essay for stared areas) Planning a safe and healthy learning environment Advancing children's physical and intellectual development Supporting children's social and emotional development Building productive relationships with families Managing an effective program Maintaining a commitment to professionalism Observing and recording children's behavior Understanding principles of child development and learning

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Here is the website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/certificate-based_classes.html

Class Content

This semester long course is designed to fulfill the educational requirements of the CDA National Credentialing Programby the Council for Professional Recognition. Students who complete this course are high quality candidates from diverse backgrounds, who are prepared for the CDAexam, as well as for living-wage employment with a career in the Early Childhood Education field. In addition to completing a professional portfolio and resume, candidates receive job readiness coaching.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the semester.

Class Text(s), Educational Technology,

& Other Instructional Materials

Core text: Essentials for Working with Young Children (2014) Teachers use Schoology, Google Docs, and MS Word and other websites and videos related to early childhood education.

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http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/certificate-based_classes.html

Class or Program Name Customer Service

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day Program Area ELL GED ABEStudent

PlacementLevel(s)

CASAS Reading 215+

Class Assessment(s)

CASASand/orTABE

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content


Class Goals

1. I can learn and practice the basics of good customer service responsibilities.2. I can understand and use basic vocabulary related to customer service.3. I can understand and use the appropriate steps in handling customer complaints.4. I can ask open-ended questions related to customer service.5. I can improve keyboarding skills.6. I can reflect upon customer service I have seen.7. I can prepare to interview for a customer service job.

Class ContentIn this quarter-long course students will learn how to improve customer relationships by meeting the needs and wants of customers, handling difficult customers with tact and skill, respecting diversity, and providing superior customer service at a variety of customer service environments.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the quarter.



There is not a core text for this course. Students receive work units related to course/class goals. Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Class Site(s) South Campus Day Program Area ELL GED ABE


Entry: CASAS 226+

TABE M 4.0+Writing assessment

Class Assessment(s)

CASAS 185/186and/or

TABE M/D Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content


Class Goals

1. I can create a formal resume for the Early Childhood Education field.2. I can complete an internship experience in a high quality childcare setting with infants, toddlers, and

preschoolers.3. I can develop and formally write an Early Childhood Education Professional Statement of Philosophy.4. I can demonstrate competency of the following points as they relate to an Early Childhood Educational

setting: ensuring safety ensuring health and nutrition ensuring a positive learning environment advancing physical development advancing intellectual development advancing social development advancing emotional development communicating with families maintain professionalism

Class Content

This semester- long course is designed to introduce students to the field of Early Childhood Education and to provide the necessary skills to obtain entry-level employment in the field. In addition to classroom instruction, students will complete internship hours in a high-quality childcare center, create a formal résumé and receive job readiness coaching.

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Class Activities

Warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the semester. Students in this class must also accumulate hours in an internship in a child-care setting.



There is not a core text for this course. Students receive work units related to course/class goals. Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word. Students are also required to complete an internship with the appropriate number of hours.

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Class or Program Name Food Manager Certificate

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day Program Area GED ABE


TABE M/D 5.0+ Class Assessment(s)

TABE Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Complete course requirements and pass ServSafe online exam with

75% +


Class Goals

1. I can explain how foodborne illnesses occur.2. I can describe the 3 basic forms of food contamination.3. I can follow and describe good personal hygiene in food management.4. I can describe proper time and temperature in food management.5. I can follow the general flow of food guidelines: purchasing, receiving and storage principles.6. I can follow the general flow of food guidelines: food preparation, cooking, cooling and reheating food.7. I can follow the general flow of food guidelines: holding and serving food.8. I can describe food safety management systems.9. I can describe guidelines for safe facilities and pest management.

10. I can describe the guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing.

Class Content

This course is designed for food safety manager certificate training. The course focuses on the area of basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross-contamination & allergens, time and temperature, and cleaning & sanitation. This course will prepare you to take the national certification exam that consists of 90 questions in 2 hours. A passing score of 75% is needed in order to pass the certification exam. Students will have to pay the $36 examination fee. After passing the exam, students must apply for their own food manager certificate ($35) from the State of Minnesota.

Class Activities Warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative

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assessments throughout the quarter.



Core Text: ServSafe Manager 6th Edition. Teachers use Schoology with tests, quizzes, and related links.

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Class or Program Name Pre-CDL (Commercial Drivers License)

Class Site(s) North Campus Day Program Area ELL GED ABE


CASAS 225+, TABE M 5.0+ and

clean driving record

Class Assessment(s)

CASASand/orTABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: completion of course content


Class Goals

1. I can describe the general criteria to pass the General Knowledge permit test for CDL, and to attain forklift and bobcat certificates.

2. I can state the personal and legal requirements for obtaining a CDL.3. I can identify parts of a commercial passenger vehicle (school bus, forklift, bobcat).4. I can describe how to inspect the different parts of a commercial passenger vehicle. 5. I can recognize potential driving hazards on the road and understand how to avoid them. 6. I can describe safe driving practices and the value of defensive driving techniques.7. I can describe what to do in an emergency situation.

Class Content

In this quarter-long course students will be introduced to the Commercial Driver License (CDL) industry. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of how to operate passenger vehicles (with and without airbrakes), forklift, and bobcat. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge and know the procedures to attain a Class B driver’s license and forklift, and bobcat certificates

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the quarter.


Core Text: Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License Manual. Teachers use Schoology with tests, quizzes, and related links.

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Class or Program Name Skills Lab

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening Program Area ELL GED ABE


current student Class Assessment(s)

CASASand/orTABE

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: none

Class Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class/Lab

Class Goals Students create an individual learning plan to enhance their content knowledge from core and focus classes.

Class Content

In Skills Prep lab students work independently in an online learning environment. Students choose their course of study, which may include doing homework from a Minneapolis AE class, or improving their skills through online activities. Some websites students use are: My Skills Tutor, USA Learns, Schoology, and the Minneapolis AE Online Activity List. Students may also choose to enhance their skills with programs such as: Microsoft Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and Master Key. Furthermore, students improve their computer literacy skills by using online tools such as a dictionary and a calculator. This course supports the classroom teachers because the classroom teachers set up and direct much of the students’ individual learning activities that are available to them through computers. Students are able to keep track of their progress on the different programs. There is no formal tracking of goals or progress; however, the Skills Prep Lab teacher is available to assist students as needed.

Class Activities Students choose the content area to review and develop with teacher guidance. Class Text(s),

Educational Technology, & Other Instructional

Materials

Students use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, My Skills Tutor, i-Pathways, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name ABE Orientation

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day Program Area GED ABE


Attend Registration Class Assessment(s) TABE

ScaledScoreRange


Class Led ByPaid/Licensed

Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

1. I can explain my identified learning style and strategies for learning that complement my style.2. I can explain my core values and participate in a discussion about positive conflict resolution.3. I can identify problems related to my educational success and begin to solve them.4. I am able to identify sources of school anxiety and develop strategies to overcome them.5. I can independently log on to the school computer with my personal user name and password.6. I have a current email address that I can use for school purposes.7. I understand Minneapolis AE student behavior and classroom expectations.8. I understand the GED 2014® test requirements.

Class Content This is the orientation class for new or returning ABE students to the Minneapolis Adult Education program

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given pre- assessments throughout the class. Students work on goal setting and problem solving prior to entry in ABE courses.



Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, My Skills Tutor, i-Pathways, Google Docs, and MS Word. Students also create My GED accounts.

Class or Program Name

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day Program Area ELL

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Attend Registration Class Assessment(s)

CASAS ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

1. I can identify where and when to come to school.2. I can name and locate staff who can help me.3. I can identify the school expectations and attendance policy.4. I can name one learning goal.5. I can explain one strategy that will help me reach my goal.6. I can name one strength and one weakness I have in English.

Class Content This is the orientation course for the ELL program of Minneapolis Adult Education.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given pre- assessments throughout the class. Students work on goal setting and problem solving prior to entry in ABE courses.



Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name CPR/First Aid/AED

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening - North Campus Day Program Area ELL GED ABE


ELL Core 5+ Class Assessment(s)

CASASand/orTABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange


Class Goals

1. I can understand the role of first responders in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system.2. I can check an emergency situation for safety.3. I can check for consciousness in adult, child and infant.4. I can call 911 and report an emergency situation.5. I can recognize and provide care for shock.6. I can recognize and provide care for cardiac emergencies in adults, children, and infants.7. I can correctly use an AED for an adult or child until EMS personnel arrive.8. I can recognize and care for breathing emergencies such as conscious choking and unconscious choking in

adults, children, and infants.9. I can assess injuries and provide First Aid care until EMS arrives, and then report important information

to the EMS personnel.10. I can recognize and respond to various types of sudden illness including stroke, seizure, diabetic reactions,

heat exhaustion, and heat stroke; and provide care until EMS arrives.

Class Content

This course teaches the skills necessary to recognize medical emergency situations and act as first responders until emergency medical personnel (EMS) arrive. Students who successfully demonstrate ability to perform hands-on CPR and First Aid skills will be eligible to receive American Red Cross certification in CPR/First Aid/AED. Students MUST be physically able to perform the skills to receive certification. These skills can be physically strenuous (challenging.)

Class Activities Warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals.

Class Text(s), Core Text: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Participant’s Manual. Students also use teacher-created

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Materials

materials to enhance vocabulary development. This course uses approved American Red Cross Instructor’s Course Presentation material in the form of video and audio components.

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Class or Program Name ELL Distance Learning

Class Site(s) South Campus Evening Program Area ELL Student

PlacementLevel(s)

CASAS 200+ Class Assessment(s)

CASASReading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: complete course content

Class Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class and Distance Learning

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can complete a unit in USA Learns once a week.2. I can create, send, and reply to emails.3. I can approach clear pronunciation in my interactions with others.4. I can ask and answer basic questions about life skills topics. 5. I can participate in short simple conversations. 6. I can communicate an idea in a complete sentence.7. I can write/type a 3 - 5 sentence paragraph, with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a conclusion. 8. I can use present, present progressive, and some regular simple past tense verbs in my writing.9. I can pronounce, spell, and use words from weekly vocabulary lessons.

Class Content

This course is an alternative ELL course for students who are not able to meet the attendance policy. The course combines online content, digital literacy skills, and in-person communication. Students are required to participate in class for two hours once a week. Students are also expected to work online for a minimum of 4 hours per week on USA Learns.

Class ActivitiesWhen in class, teachers use warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students then work on material in a distance learning format with USA Learns.



Teachers use Schoology, USA Learns, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name English for Healthcare

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day and Evening Program Area ELL



CASASReading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of course content


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can use target vocabulary in different healthcare situations.2. I can identify skills needed in healthcare and demonstrate which ones I have.3. I can describe key careers and education needed in various healthcare careers.4. I can describe and demonstrate key soft skills needed in the workplace.5. I can prepare for and follow up on an information interview with questions and a thank you note.6. I can describe the roles of and relationships among various healthcare facilities and educational programs

in Minneapolis.7. I can start and finish a volunteer assignment.8. I can interview for a healthcare position in a mock interview.

Class Content

This is the beginning course in the healthcare career pathway. This class offers speaking and writing opportunities within a healthcare context to students in ELL 5 and 6. It also connects students with community involvement options through a possible volunteer project and develops career and skills awareness within a healthcare framework.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the semester course.



Core Text: The Human Body (Steck-Vaughn) - Teachers also use Schoology, USA Learns, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name English for Manufacturing and the Trades

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day Program Area ELL



CASASReading

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. To be able to correctly pronounce and use new vocabulary that is connected to manufacturing and trade

jobs.2. To be able to use math that is connected to manufacturing and trade jobs.3. To be able to identify the different parts of speech: nouns, verbs, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs,

prepositions, conjunctions and interjections.4. To be able to write a resume and practice interview-taking skills.5. To be able to use the Internet to search for jobs and learn more about the education needed.

Class Content

English for Manufacturing and Trades is a career pathway class that introduces learners to vocabulary words, math, and ideas that connect directly to manufacturing and trade jobs. Over the semester we will talk about different tools, carpentry, mechanics, landscaping & gardening, interior & exterior painting, and manufacturing jobs. Students will learn about these jobs but they will also strengthen their vocabulary, math, writing, reading and listening skills. We will also talk about and practice writing resumes and taking job interviews. In addition, we will have guest speakers and tour a manufacturing business.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the semester course.



Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class or Program Name Citizenship

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening – North Campus Day and Evening Program Area ELL GED ABE


ELL CASAS 205+ Class Assessment(s)

CASASand/orTABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can orally answer the 100 civics questions from the USCIS citizenship interview.2. I can write basic dictation related to the USCIS citizenship interview.3. I can orally answer the N-400 application interview questions.4. I can read basic sentences and questions related to the USCIS citizenship interview.5. I can pass a mock oral USCIS citizenship interview.

Class Content This is a course in the MPS Adult Education program. It includes listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills needed to pass the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) citizenship interview.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the course.



Core Text: Citizenship Now! - Teachers also use Schoology and MPS-AE Online Activity List, there are also audio CDs and DVDs used in the classroom related to citizenship practice.

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Class or Program Name Reading Intervention A

Class Site(s) South Campus Day Program Area ELL


ELL Core 3 & 4 teacher

recommendation

Class Assessment(s)


Exit: Complete course benchmarks


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can state the main idea and supporting details of a 5-paragraph reading.2. I can read cardinal and ordinal numbers 1-100.3. I can identify key wh- words in questions.4. I can find specific information on a chart.5. I can show improvement in oral reading fluency.6. I can sight read Dolch words through G.3 (300 high frequency words).7. I can decode sounds of long and short vowels, consonants, and blends.

Class Content

This course is designed to help ELL 3 & 4 students improve their reading with focus on skills in phonics & decoding, understanding syllables, fluency, and comprehension strategies. Students learn how to look for key words in questions, look for context clues, find information in a text, and learn test strategies for multiple choice tests.




There is not a core text for this course. Teachers use various materials from STAR and EBRI websites at www.atlasabe.org. Teachers also use online websites from links in the MPS-AE Online Activity List.

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http://www.atlasabe.org/

Class or Program Name Reading Intervention B



ELL Core 4, 5, 6 teacher

recommendation

Class Assessment(s)


Exit: Complete course benchmarks


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can state the main idea and supporting details of a 5-paragraph reading.2. I can underline key words in questions. 3. I can find important information in charts and graphs.4. I can read 120 words per minutes in a natural speaking voice. 5. I can decode words using the six main syllable types.6. I can recognize and understand the meaning of common prefixes and suffixes. 7. I can read the 500 most commonly used English sight words

Class Content

This course is designed to help ELL students from levels 4 - 6 improve their reading with focus on skills in phonics & decoding, understanding syllables, fluency, and comprehension strategies. Students learn how to look for key words in questions, look for context clues, find information in a text, and learn test strategies for multiple-choice tests.




There is not a core text for this course. Teachers use various materials from STAR and EBRI websites at www.atlasabe.org. Teachers also use online websites from links in the MPS-AE Online Activity List.

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http://www.atlasabe.org/

Class or Program Name Lean Skills Training

Class Site(s) Program Area ELL GED ABE



CASASand/orTABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Complete of course benchmarks

Class Led ByPaid/Licensed

Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can explain the philosophy of Lean continuous improvement to others.2. I can define the concepts of Lean, such as value, PDCA, push and pull production, and waste.3. I can use process mapping to identify processes, movement, and waste.4. I can explain tools used to attain continuous improvement, such as JIT, Takt time, Jidoka, and Error-

Proofing.5. I can describe the Perfect Transaction concept and its importance in Lean.

Class ContentThis course is designed for students to learn the principles of Lean. Through this course students will be able to recognize value, processes, and opportunities for improvement as increasing one’s ability to mentally engage in the processes of a job.

Class ActivitiesWhen in class, teachers use warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. There are summative and formative assessments throughout the course.



There is not a core text for this course. Teachers use Schoology, Google Docs, MS Word, and various online websites related to LEAN training.

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Class or Program Name Social Studies

Class Site(s) Program Area GED ABEStudent

PlacementLevel(s)

TABE D = 7.1+ Class Assessment(s) TABE

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: complete course requirements

Class Led By Paid Teacher or Volunteer Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can determine and analyze the central ideas of social studies texts and make inferences and draw

conclusions.2. I can identify and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text and can explain how well an author

supported his/her claims in that text.3. I can interpret key historical documents that have shaped American constitutional government and other

periods in U.S. history. 4. I can analyze the purpose and evaluate the reasoning of evidence presented in social studies texts. 5. I can describe the structure and design of United States government.6. I can describe key economic events that have shaped American policies. 7. I can write analytic responses to primary and secondary source texts.8. I can read and interpret data representations such as: graphs, maps, charts, political cartoons, and interpret

the meaning of symbols, words and phrases. 9. I can integrate social studies content presented in different formats.

Class Content

In this course, students will study material that focuses on comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis of social studies contained in the GED 2014® test. In addition, students will practice strategies for recall, strategic thinking, and extending thinking of concrete and abstract ideas. Students will be expected to participate in class lessons as well as complete independent reading assignments. Practice for GED 2014® test may be administered on a regular basis.


Class Text(s), Currently, there is not a core text for this course. Teachers use Schoology, Google Docs, MS Word, and various

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Materialsonline websites related to GED Social Studies.

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Class or Program Name Science

Class Site(s) Program Area GED ABEStudent

PlacementLevel(s)

TABE D = 7.1+ Class Assessment(s) TABE

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: complete course requirements

Class Led By Paid Teacher or Volunteer Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can determine the sequence of scientific events and identify cause and effect relationships.2. I can explain different scientific concepts.3. I can analyze scientific questions and problems using the scientific method.4. I can use prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and contextual clues to understand scientific vocabulary.5. I can interpret scientific information on graphs, tables, charts, maps and diagrams.6. I can summarize in own words a one to two page article related to science.7. I can construct notes from class lectures and assigned readings.8. I can write extended response on topic related to science.9. I can conduct an investigation by specifying the problem, designing and carrying out an experiment,

analyzing the data and forming a conclusion.10. I can pass the GED science test.

Class Content

In this course, students will study material that focuses on comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis of science contained in the GED 2014® test. In addition, students will practice strategies for recall, strategic thinking, and extending thinking of concrete and abstract ideas. Students will be expected to participate in class lessons as well as complete independent reading assignments. Practice for GED 2014® test may be administered on a regular basis.



& Other Instructional

Currently, there is not a core text for this course. Teachers use Schoology, Google Docs, MS Word, and various online websites related to GED Science.

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Materials

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Class Name ABE Reading 250

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day and Evening Program Area ABE GED


Entry: TABE Reading D = 5.0+ Class Assessment(s)

TABE Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of course content and benchmarks


Class Goals

1. I can determine main ideas or themes of texts (fiction and nonfiction) and identify the key supporting details and ideas.

2. I can distinguish fact from opinion and can identify cause and effect.3. I can explain the author’s overall purpose for writing a text.4. I can identify cause and effect relationships and analyze how individuals, events, and ideas develop and

interact over the course of a text.5. I can compare and contrast two or more texts that address similar themes or topics.6. I can identify the argument and specific claims in a text.7. I can identify word parts and can demonstrate the meaning of a word or phrase within the passage based

upon the context clues of the sentence.8. I can read and comprehend technical information like policies, procedures, or a staff handbook.9. I can analyze and interpret visual information such as graphs, tables, diagrams, political cartoons, maps,

and charts.

Here is the link to benchmarks: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/reading_2.html

Class Content

This course introduces students to various strategies intended to increase comprehension and vocabulary in the content areas required for the TABE, GED, and Accuplacer tests. The objective for this course is to prepare learners to advance to higher-level reading classes as quickly and efficiently as possible. The primary emphasis is on content-area language and vocabulary development as well as critical reading skills needed for GED and other test preparation.

Class Activities Warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or

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group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the quarter/semester.



The core texts are WordlyWise 3000 Books 7 and 8. The supplementary texts are Six-Way Paragraphs in the Content Areas Middle Level, Reading Drills Middle Level, and Skimming and Scanning Middle Level. Teachers also use Schoology, My Skills Tutor, MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/)

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http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/


Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day and Evening Program Area GED ABE


Entry: Completion of ELL Level 6, and/or TABE Reading M/D = 5.1+ Class

Assessment(s) TABEScaledScoreRange


and benchmarksClass Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can determine main ideas or themes of texts (fiction and nonfiction) and identify the key supporting

details and ideas.2. I can distinguish fact from opinion and can identify cause and effect.3. I can explain the author’s overall purpose for writing a text.4. I can identify cause and effect relationships and analyze how individuals, events, and ideas develop and

interact over the course of a text.5. I can compare and contrast two or more texts that address similar themes or topics.6. I can identify the argument and specific claims in a text.7. I can identify word parts and can demonstrate the meaning of a word or phrase within the passage based

upon the context clues of the sentence.8. I can read and comprehend technical information like policies, procedures, or a staff handbook.9. I can analyze and interpret visual information such as graphs, tables, diagrams, political cartoons, maps,

and charts.


Class Content

This course is designed for non-native English speakers who test above our current Level 6 ELL scoring range. The objective for this course is to prepare learners to advance to higher-level reading classes as quickly and efficiently as possible. The primary emphasis is on content-area language and vocabulary development as well as critical reading skills needed for GED and other test preparation.

Class ActivitiesWarm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the quarter/semester.

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The core texts are WordlyWise 3000 Books 7 and 8. The supplementary texts are Six-Way Paragraphs in the Content Areas Middle Level, Reading Drills Middle Level, and Skimming and Scanning Middle Level. Teachers also use Schoology, My Skills Tutor, MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Entry: Completion of Reading 255/250 or TABE Reading D/A =

7.1+Class

Assessment(s)TABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of course contentand benchmarks


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can determine main ideas or themes of texts (fiction and nonfiction) and analyze their development;

summarize the key supporting details and ideas.2. I can distinguish fact from opinion and can identify examples or quotes that contribute to the reader’s

understanding of a text.3. I can explain the author’s overall purpose for writing a text: how the author’s choices reflect his/her

viewpoints, attitude, and biases, and show how they shape the text.4. I can identify cause and effect relationships and analyze how individuals, events, and ideas develop and

interact over the course of a text.5. I can compare and contrast two or more texts that address similar themes or topics.6. I can identify and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text and can explain how well an author

supported his/her claims in that text.7. I can demonstrate the meaning of a word or phrase within the passage based upon the context clues of the

sentence and determine the impact of word choice on the mood and tone of a passage.8. I can analyze and identify how specific sentences or paragraphs relate to each other and the whole.9. I can read and comprehend technical information like policies, procedures, or a staff handbook.

10. I can analyze and interpret visual information such as graphs, tables, diagrams, political cartoons, maps, and charts.

Here is the link to benchmarks: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/reading_2.htmlClass Content This course, students will study material that focuses on comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis of

content areas contained in both the GED and Accuplacer tests. In addition, students will practice strategies for recall, strategic thinking, and extending thinking of concrete and abstract ideas. Students will be expected to

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participate in class lessons as well as complete independent reading assignments. Practice for GED tests and Accuplacer may be administered on a regular basis.




The core texts are WordlyWise Books 9 and 10. The supplementary texts are Six-Way Paragraphs in the Content Areas Advanced Level, Reading Drills Advanced Level, and Skimming and Scanning Advanced Level. Teachers also use Schoology, My Skills Tutor, MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Class Site(s) South Campus Day Program Area GED ABE


Entry: GED/HS Diploma or equivalent Class

Assessment(s)TABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can read a passage of various genres within a time limit, identify stated and implied main ideas and

major and minor supporting details, and use context clues to identify word meanings.2. I can take effective notes on a lecture and annotate a chapter from a text.3. I can determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of

the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.

4. I can analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and literary significance and compare and contrast the findings presented in a text to those from other sources.

5. I can delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient.

6. I can integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem.

7. I can determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that point of view or purpose

8. I can analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.


Class Content

This course introduces effective reading and inferential thinking skills in preparation for college level reading. Emphasis is on vocabulary, comprehension, and reading strategies. Students will practice strategies for extracting implied meaning; analyzing author's purpose, tone, and style; and drawing conclusions and responding to written material. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and analyze introductory college-level reading material. Course parallels Read 100 at MCTC.

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The core text is Groundwork for College Reading. Teacher may also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Class Name ABE Writing 350



Entry: TABE Lang Arts M 2.9 - 9.9 or

TABE Lang Arts 2.9 - 5.9

Class Assessment(s)

TABE Language Arts Test

ScaledScoreRange


and benchmarksClass Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can show time, sequence, states, and conditions using perfect and continuous verb tenses as well as

modal verbs.2. I can write complete sentences. I can correct fragments and run-ons with punctuation and/or conjunctions. 3. I can use correct capitalization.4. I can use commas correctly. 5. I can show precise meaning and relationships with my vocabulary.6. I can write short informative, explanatory, and opinion responses with clear topic sentences, logical

supporting details, and related concluding sentences. I can also write extended responses with clear thesis statements, logical supporting details, and relating conclusions.

7. I can write and organize my ideas appropriately for the task, purpose, and audience. 8. I can use the writing process to develop and strengthen my writing with guidance from others. 9. I can use online and computer-based tools to produce, publish, present, and collaborate with others on my

writing. I can type at least 1 page of original writing in a single class period (or 45 minutes).10. I can identify and analyze evidence from sources. I can quote, summarize, and paraphrase information

from sources without plagiarizing.

Here is the link to benchmarks on website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_writing.html

Class ContentThis course is the first in the ABE sequence. It focuses on building writing skills through exercises in grammar and mechanics. In addition, students will participate in exercises for writing response to various assignments as well as planning, organizing, drafting, and revising paragraphs.


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assessments throughout the quarter/semester.Class Text(s),


Materials

The core text is Great Writing 3. Teachers also use Schoology, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Class Name ABE Writing 360



Entry: Completion of Writing 350 or TABE Language Arts D or A test with a

score of 6.0 +Class

Assessment(s) TABEScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can maintain style and tone while using verbs and sentence patterns to shift voice and mood in my

writing.2. I can write simple, complex, and compound sentences correctly.3. I can use punctuation correctly.4. I can express meaning precisely and concisely with appropriate vocabulary. 5. I can write informative, explanatory, and argumentative responses with complete introductions, logical

relevant evidence, and supporting conclusions.6. I can produce clear and coherent writing that is appropriate for the task, purpose, and audience.7. I can use the writing process to develop, strengthen and evaluate my own writing. 8. I can use online and computer-based tools to produce, publish, present, and collaborate with others on my

writing. I can link to and cite sources in my writing.9. I can assess the credibility and accuracy of sources for use in my own writing.

10. I can analyze evidence and draw conclusions from sources. I can quote, paraphrase, and summarize information following a standard citation format without plagiarizing.

Here is the link to benchmarks on website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_writing.html

Class ContentThis course is the second in the ABE sequence. In this course, students will focus on improving writing skills through exercises in grammar and mechanics. In addition, students will participate in exercises for planning, organizing, drafting, and revising extended response essays to various assignments.


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Materials


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Class Name ELL Math 1

Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day Program Area ELL


Entry: Math Placement Test Class

Assessment(s)

CASAS Math

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content and benchmarks


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can use temperature and weather information to make daily life decisions.2. I can count money and make change.3. I can tell time on analog and digital clocks.4. I can read a ruler and a scale to include ¼, ½, and ¾ increments.5. I can understand written and spoken calendar dates; I can write and say dates in numeric and word forms.6. I can identify the place values of whole numbers up to the hundred thousands place.7. I can add and subtract up to 4 digits, including borrowing.8. I can recall addition, subtraction and multiplication facts for numbers 0 – 10.9. I can find and use information from simple calendars, mileage charts, bar graphs, and line graphs.

10. I can read, write, and say numbers in numeric and word form up to one thousand.

Class Content This is the first course in the ELL math sequence. It includes computation and interpreting numeric materials for work, life, and school.




There is no specific text for this course. Teachers also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, My Skills Tutor, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/)

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Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day and Evening

Program Area ELL


Entry: Math Placement Test or Completion of Math 1 Class

Assessment(s)CASAS

Math

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can calculate distance on a variety of different maps.2. I can write equivalent measurements among the following: gallon, quart, pint, cup, ounce, fluid ounce

and pound.3. I can interpret bar, line, and circle graphs; tables, charts, and diagrams.4. I can understand parts of the whole, and equivalents of basic fractions, decimals, and percents.5. I can recall multiplication and division math facts from memory for numbers 0– 10.6. I can multiply 2 by 3 digit numbers and divide 3 by 1 digit numbers.7. I can calculate decimals in the four basic operations and round to the nearest tenth or hundredth.8. I can solve one-step and two-step whole number word problems that include unnecessary information.9. I can explain the meaning of fractions and identify proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed

numbers.10. I can convert basic fractions to equivalent forms; compare fractions; and simplify/reduce fractions.

Class Content This is the second course in the ELL math sequence. It includes computation and interpreting numeric materials for work, life, and school.




There is no specific text for this course. Teachers also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, My Skills Tutor and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Entry: Math Placement Test or Completion of Math 2 Class

Assessment(s)

TABE Math E or

M

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

1. I can round decimals to the tenths or hundredths place.2. I can convert among decimals, fractions, and percents.3. I can add, subtract, and multiply decimals up to the thousandths place.4. I can divide decimals to the hundredths place.5. I can solve one and two-step fraction and decimal word problems.6. I can measure the length, width, height, and perimeter of objects using inches and fractions of inches to

1/16 of an inch.7. I can find the area using whole numbers and some common fractions.8. I can compare basic U.S. and metric measurements for cm/in., meter/yard, km/mile, kg/lb., and

quart/liter.9. I can find the percent of a number.

10. I can solve simple algebraic equations with one unknown.

Class Content This is the third course in the ELL math sequence. It includes computation, numeracy, and operations with numbers smaller than one.




There is no specific text for this course. Teachers also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, My Skills Tutor and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Class Name ABE Math 140


Program Area GED ABE


Entry: The need to master whole number skills, as demonstrated by the TABE Math Computation test and/or teacher recommendation.

Class Assessment(s) TABE

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Mastery of whole number computation skills, as demonstrated by an assessment similar to the TABE M Math Computation test and/or teacher recommendation


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can read and write whole numbers and identify the value of a digit in a certain place.2. I can recall from memory the 0-10 math facts for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.3. I can read, write, and understand decimals and fractions as well as describe how they are related.4. I can round, estimate, and compare whole numbers, decimals, and fractions using mental math.5. I can use math vocabulary words that relate to place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,

decimals, and fractions.6. I can solve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division computation and word problems with whole

numbers of up to three digits.7. I can solve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division computation and word problems with

decimals of up to three places.8. I can solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division computation and word problems with

fractions.9. I can use a calculator to find solutions and check work.

Class Content This course helps students to build a foundation of number sense and problem-solving skills by focusing on whole numbers, money, and decimals


Class Text(s), The core text is Math Sense 2: Focus on Operations (Units 1-3). Teachers also use Schoology, My Skills Tutor,

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Materials

MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Entry: Math 140 or placement test

Class Assessment(s)

TABE Math

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content with a score of 80%.


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can write ratios and use them solve to word problems.2. I can write proportions and use them to solve word problems.3. I understand percents and can solve one and two-step percent word problems.4. I can calculate a percent increase or decrease.5. I can convert among decimals, fractions, and percents.6. I can use U.S. customary units of length, capacity, and weight to solve problems.7. I can use metric units of length, capacity, and weight to solve problems.8. I understand integers and can add, subtract, multiply and divide them to solve problems.9. I can solve problems using powers and roots.

10. I can solve problems using order of operations.

Class Content This course builds on the foundation of skills in Math 140. It adds proportion and measurement problems and also introduces basic algebra.




The first core text is Math Sense 2: Focus on Operations (Units 4-5). The second text is Math Sense 2: Focus on Problem Solving (Unit 1). Teachers also use Schoology, My Skills Tutor, MPS-AE Online Activity List, and various websites. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Entry: Math 150 or placement test Class

Assessment(s)TABE Math

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content with a score of 80% or higher.


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can write and simplify expressions with variables and exponents.2. I can solve multi-step equations and inequalities.3. I can translate word problems to algebraic equations and solve them.4. I can identify different types of angles, triangles, and quadrilaterals.5. I can solve problems using the Pythagorean theorem.6. I can calculate the area, perimeter and circumference of two-dimensional figures while using the GED

formula sheet.7. I can calculate the volume and surface area of three-dimensional figures while using the GED formula

sheet.8. I can use a coordinate plane to plot points and graph the equation of a line.9. I can find the slope of an equation using different methods.

10. I can use the official GED calculator to solve problems.

Class ContentThis course builds on the foundation of topics covered in Math140 &150. The course will begin preparing students to pass the GED math test. It will also benefit students who need to work on math skills for college or careers.




The core text is Math Sense 2: Focus on Problem Solving (Units 2-5). Teachers also use Schoology, i-Pathways, and various websites.

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Entry: Completion of Math 160 or placement test

Class Assessment(s)

TABE Math

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Pass the GED Math test


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can interpret data on histograms, scatter plots, and different types of graphs (bar, line, and circle).2. I can find the mean, median, and mode of sets of numbers.3. I can determine the simple probability of something happening. 4. I can solve systems of equations using substitution or elimination.5. I can graph linear inequalities.6. I can evaluate and simplify a function for a given quantity.7. I can evaluate a function using its graph.8. I can simplify and factor polynomials.9. I can do computations with rational expressions.

10. I can solve quadratic equations by using graphs and factoring.Class Content This course prepares students for the GED test and for college level algebra.




The core text is Math Sense 3: Focus on Analysis. Teachers also use Schoology, i-Pathways, and various websites.

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Class Name ELL Core Pre-Literacy

Class Site(s) South Campus Day – South Campus Evening Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS Score below 174 Class

Assessment(s)

CASAS Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content &

CASAS score 175+


Class Goals

Course Benchmarks: This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this class.1. I can identify and write uppercase and lowercase letters.2. I can recognize and produce the consonant sounds in words.3. I can write and say basic personal information.4. I can use and respond to simple greetings, including non-verbal components like shaking hands and

making eye contact.5. I can comprehend basic life skills vocabulary and high frequency words.6. I can contribute to my class by being able to: hold a pencil, track across a page from left to right, raise

my hand, follow 2-step simple instructions, and ask questions.7. I can log in and out of a school computer and open, use, and close programs for learning English.8. I can write spoken numbers up to 30.9. I can read and copy dates and times to the half hour of an analog clock; I can identify coins and bills.

Here is the website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_core_classes.html

Class Content This is a beginning English Language course in the ELL core sequence. It includes reading, writing, listening and speaking for work, life, and school.

Class Activities Warm-up activity of previous material, introduction to new material, teacher-led guided practice, individual or group practice for 80% mastery of benchmarks/course goals. Students are given formative and summative assessments throughout the quarter/semester.

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http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_core_classes.html



ABC English – Book One, ABC English – Book Two - Elder Literacy Initiative, Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, MS Word, (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/)

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Class Name ELL Core 1


Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS Score 175 or higher Class

Assessment(s)CASASReading

ScaledScoreRange


CASAS score of 184 or higher


Class Goals

1. I can copy and write from dictation simple present tense sentences using capital letters, question marks and periods.

2. I can identify beginning and ending consonant sounds and short vowels. 3. I can read survival words. 4. I can recall key words while listening 5. I can fill out basic personal information on simple forms. 6. I can contribute to my class by organizing my notebook and listening while others speak in class. 7. I can login and out of a school computer, open, use and close programs for learning English. 8. I can find letters on a keyboard. 9. I can use basic math vocabulary related to life skills, time, money, and calendar. 10. I can have a simple conversation.


Class Content This is a beginning English language course in the ELL core sequence. It includes reading, writing, listening and speaking for work, life, and school.



& Other Instructional

Ventures Basic, Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, MS Word, (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Materials

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Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS Score 185 or higher Class


ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content, benchmarks, and CASAS reading score of

194 or higher.Class Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

1. I can identify basic parts of speech in sentences including nouns, pronouns and verbs. 2. I can read and interpret simple life skills documents. 3. I can give and follow communications using directional words. 4. I can fill out personal information on basic forms. 5. I can write a short note and address an envelope. 6. I can write/type a sentence in simple and present continuous tenses using proper capitalization and

punctuation. 7. I can follow basic classroom instructions. 8. I can login and out of a school computer, open, use, print and close programs for learning English and

Microsoft Word. 9. I can use question words to ask and answer simple questions about myself, my family, and my home.

10. I can use basic math vocabulary related to time and money.


Class Content This is a beginning English Language course in the ELL core sequence. It includes reading, writing, listening and speaking for work, life, and school.




Ventures 1, Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, MS Word, (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day and Evening Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS reading test score 195 or higher Class


ScaledScoreRange


CASAS Reading score 204


Class Goals

1. I can comprehend a 3-paragraph reading passage.2. I can give written answers to questions using the simple present, simple past and future tenses.3. I can find important information on a chart or table such as a calendar or paystub. 4. I can orally ask and answer questions about employment and other life skills topics.5. I can fill out a simple form such as a job application or medical form. 6. I can read and understand a simple document involving numbers such as a phone bill or receipt.7. I can log in and out of a school computer, open, use, print and close programs for learning English and

Microsoft Word.8. I can sort information into different categories.


Class Content This is a High Beginning English Language course in the ELL core sequence. It includes reading, writing, listening and speaking for work, life, and school.




Ventures2, Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, MS Word, (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS reading test score

205 or higher Class


ScaledScoreRange


CASAS score of 214


Class Goals

Reading1. I can identify main idea, supporting details and answer comprehension questions of a level 4 reading

passage.2. I can answer questions about maps, charts and graphs.3. I can read and understand work related documents such as schedules and paystubs.

Writing4. I can fill out a simplified form such as a job application or information form.4. I can pronounce, define, spell and use weekly or biweekly vocabulary words.4. I can write/type in complete sentences with minimal errors.4. I can write/type sentences using each of the following tenses: simple present, simple past, present

continuous, and simple future.Self-Management

8. I can follow basic oral and written directions with some guidance.

Here is the website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_core_classes.html Class Content




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Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS Reading score 215 or higher Class


ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of class content, benchmarks, and

CASAS score 225


Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.Reading

1. I can identify main idea, supporting details and answer comprehension questions of a level 5 reading passage.

2. I can find information in maps, charts and graphs.3. I can read and understand work related documents.

Writing4. I can fill out a simplified form such as a job application or information form.5. I can pronounce, define, spell and use weekly or biweekly vocabulary words.6. I can write/type a 3 to 5 sentence paragraph with topic sentence, supporting details and conclusion with

minimal errors.7. I can write/type sentences using simple tenses, present continuous, modals and comparative and

superlative adjectives. Self-Management

8. I can follow oral and written directions with some guidance.


Class Content This is the high intermediate / low-advanced English Language course in the ELL core sequence. It includes reading, writing, listening and speaking for work, life, and school.


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Materials


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Program Area ELL


Entry: CASAS Reading score 226 or higher Class

Assessment(s)

CASAS and TABE

Reading

ScaledScoreRange

Exit: Completion of course content, benchmarks, and TABE Score of 5.1 on

Form M Class Led By Paid/Licensed Teacher Delivery Style Class

Class Goals

Reading1. I can identify main idea, supporting details author’s purpose, answer comprehension questions and

understand important vocabulary words from context clues of a level 6 reading passage.2. I can interpret information in maps, charts and graphs.3. I can read and understand work related documents.

Writing4. I can fill out paper or online applications for employment, education or housing with minimal assistance

and errors5. I can pronounce, define, spell and use weekly or biweekly vocabulary words.6. I can write/type a 5 to 7 sentence paragraph response to a level 6 reading passage, which includes basic

rules of grammar, parts of speech, capitalization, and punctuation with minimal errors.7. I can write/type sentences using simple tenses, present continuous, present perfect, modals and

comparative and superlative adjectives. Self-Management

8. I can follow oral and written multi-step directions independently.

Here is the website: http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/ell_core_classes.html Class Content


Class Text(s), WordlyWise 3000 Books 5 and 6, Six-Way Paragraphs in the Content Areas Introductory, and Reading Drills

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Materials

Introductory. Teachers also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word. (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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ELL Writing 1


Program Area ELL


Entry: Student is enrolled in ELL Core 3 or higher Class

Assessment(s)

Teacher Assessments

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can use verbs to show past, present, and future. 2. I can write complete simple and compound sentences and questions with correct end punctuation. 3. I can use correct capitalization for the first word in a sentence, dates, the pronoun I, and proper nouns. 4. I can identify the most common simple sentence word order (subject + verb + object). 5. I can use pronouns, apostrophe s, prepositions of place (in, on, at), and subject-verb agreement. 6. I can identify the topic sentence (main idea), supporting sentences, and conclusion in example paragraphs

and in my own writing. 7. I can use a peer editing sheet to improve my writing. 8. I can use a computer to write and share my work. 9. I can read paragraphs and write my own paragraph about the same topic.

10. I can answer questions about a paragraph. Class Content This course is the first in the ELL writing sequence. It includes writing and typing, work, life, and school.




The core text is Great Writing 1. Teachers use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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ELL Writing 2

Class Site(s) South Campus and Evening, North Campus Day and Evening Program Area ELL


Entry: Completion of Writing 1 or placement test Class

Assessment(s)Teacher

Assessments

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can use simple past, present, and future verb tenses. 2. I can write simple, compound & complex sentences with correct subject-verb agreement. 3. I can use capitalization correctly. 4. I can use punctuation correctly. 5. I can use adjectives, adverbs, adjective phrases, and prepositions in my writing.6. I can write paragraphs about a topic with a topic sentence, 3-5 supporting details, and a concluding

statement. 7. I can develop my ideas & organize my writing according to the task & purpose. 8. I work with others to improve my writing. 9. I can use technology as a tool for my writing.

10. I can recognize a fact and an opinion.

Class Content This course is the second in the ELL writing sequence. It includes writing and typing, work, life, and school.





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ELL Writing 3



Entry: Completion of Writing 2 or placement test Class

Assessment(s)Teacher

Assessments

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.1. I can show time, sequence, states, and conditions using perfect and continuous verb tenses as well as

modal verbs.2. I can write complete sentences. I can correct fragments and run-ons with punctuation and/or conjunctions. 3. I can use correct capitalization.4. I can use commas correctly. 5. I can show precise meaning and relationships with my vocabulary.6. I can write short informative, explanatory, and opinion responses with clear topic sentences, logical

supporting details, and related concluding sentences. I can also write extended responses with clear thesis statements, logical supporting details, and relating conclusions.

7. I can write and organize my ideas appropriately for the task, purpose, and audience. 8. I can use the writing process to develop and strengthen my writing with guidance from others. 9. I can use online and computer-based tools to produce, publish, present, and collaborate with others on my

writing. I can type at least 1 page of original writing in a single class period (or 45 minutes).10. I can identify and analyze evidence from sources. I can quote, summarize, and paraphrase information

from sources without plagiarizing.

Class ContentThis course is the 3rd in the ELL sequence. It focuses on building writing skills through exercises in grammar and mechanics. In addition, students will participate in exercises for writing response to various assignments as well as planning, organizing, drafting, and revising paragraphs.


Class Text(s), The core text is Great Writing 3. Teachers also use Schoology, Google Docs, and MS Word.

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Materials

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ELL Listening and Speaking 1



Entry: Placement Test or Teacher Recommendation

Class Assessment(s)

CASAS Listening Test

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals

This list defines what a learner will know and be able to do upon completing this course.Listening

1. I can follow simple 2-3 step oral directions.2. I can identify the main idea and details of a conversation as well as what the speaker means but doesn’t

say.Speaking

3. I can participate in short simple conversations. (fluency)4. I can identify the main idea of a short text or conversation in my own words.5. I can communicate an idea in a complete sentence.6. I can communicate in the correct verb tense (simple present and present continuous).7. I can ask and answer basic yes/no and wh- questions.8. I can use appropriate clarification strategies in conversations. (i.e. Could you repeat that? Did you say

____ or ____? Say it slower. What does ____ mean?)9. I can understand a leave a basic phone message that includes numbers.

Pronunciation10. I can generally speak clearly and comprehensibly (i.e. the initial and final p/b, f/v and b/v sounds).

Class Content This is the first course in the Listening and Speaking series. It includes listening and speaking for work, life and school.



The texts are Active Listening 1 and Life Skills and Test Prep 1. Teachers also use the MPS-AE Online Activity List.

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& Other Instructional Materials (http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Entry: Completion of Listening and Speaking 1 or teacher

recommendation Class

Assessment(s)

CASAS Listening

Test

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals


1. I can follow detailed 2-3 step oral directions.2. I can identify stated (main idea, detail) and non-stated (inferences) concepts.

Speaking3. I share my opinions about a topic using level appropriate vocabulary. (fluency)4. I can identify the main idea of a short text or conversation in my own words.5. I can communicate an idea in a complete sentence (sentence structure).6. I can communicate in the correct verb tense (present and past).7. I can accurately ask and answer yes/no and wh- questions.8. I can use appropriate clarification strategies in conversations.

Pronunciation9. I can generally speak clearly, comprehensibly, and in a well-paced manner.

Class Content This is the second course in the Listening and Speaking series. It includes listening and speaking for work, life and school.




The text is Active Listening 2. Teachers also use the MPS-AE Online Activity List.(http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Class Site(s) South Campus Day and Evening, North Campus Day Program Area ELL


Entry: Completion of Listening and Speaking 2 or teacher recommendation

Class Assessment(s)

CASAS Listening

Test

ScaledScoreRange



Class Goals


1. I can follow detailed 3-5 step directions.2. I can identify stated (main idea, details) and non-stated (inferences) concepts.

Speaking3. I can discuss topics and share and support my opinions using level-appropriate language.4. I can summarize the main idea and supporting details of a text or conversation in my own words.5. I can communicate an idea in a complete sentence with correct subject/verb agreement.6. I can communicate in the correct verb tense (present, past or future).7. I can accurately ask and answer more complex yes/no and wh- questions.8. I can use appropriate clarification strategies in conversations.9. I can use vocabulary appropriate for academic conversations.

Pronunciation10. I can generally speak clearly, comprehensibly and in a well-paced manner with clear word endings (3rd

person –s and the past tense -ed).

Class Content This is the third course in the Listening and Speaking series. It includes listening and speaking for work, life and school.


Class Text(s), The text is Active Listening 3. Teachers also use the MPS-AE Online Activity List.

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Materials(http://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us/goto.html?source=abeweb.mpls.k12.mn.us/

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Documents

Organization Name: - Minneapolis Public Schoolsabe.mpls.k12.mn.us/uploads/mpls_ae_course_catalog.doc · Web viewTeachers also use Schoology, MPS-AE Online Activity List, Google