Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) Professional Development

AEL Professional Development Course Offerings

In order to register for live (in-person or virtual) DESE-sponsored professional development, AEL staff must login to the DESE AEL Professional Development Learning Management System (LMS) at MOAEL-Noverant.  This 10-minute training video covers the basics of using the LMS system.     

If you do not currently have access to this system, please contact your local AEL program director.

See below for pre-recorded professional development offerings. Your local AEL program director should record PD hours for completion of these.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pre-recorded Professional Development 

 

Data Management for Local Program Staff

The thought of data management and program performance can create a feeling of stress and confusion for instructors and staff.  Effective data management is a critical component to successful Adult Education and Literacy programs. Having a clear understanding of data can result in improved student persistence, motivation, and performance.  Instructors are the “front line” of program performance. This training will empower instructors and staff to play an active role in data management and provide them with tools to help them work smarter, not harder. 

This training is divided into the following four segments:

Part 1: Review Data Collection Procedures

Part 2: Review Program Performance Standards

Part 3: Analyze LACES Reports for Improved Student Performance

Part 3B: Laces Training for Instructors - Please note, to benefit from this training, instructors should have a LACES login and be prepared to perform the step-by-step instructions along with the presenter. We suggest participants use a computer with two monitors or use separate devices to view the training and perform the steps in LACES. 

Part 4: Analyze the Assessment Process to Drive Instruction for Improved Student Performance

Completing all four segments is worth 1.5 PD hours.  Instructors can watch this four-part training twice for credit (watching twice totals 3 PD hours).

Click here to access the AEL Data Management Training for Local Program Staff.

TABE CLAS-E: Administering the Locator Interview

Effective assessments are the basis for making appropriate classroom placements for students and measuring student gains. When used appropriately, the optional CLAS-E locator interview can serve as a foundation for determining an English language learner’s initial CLAS-E testing level.  A  thorough understanding of the locator interview empowers AEL program staff to create the best testing experience for a student and ensure accurate CLAS-E test placement.  This recorded training clarifies why the Locator Interview is administered, when the Locator Interview is administered, and how the Locator Interview is administered.  Participants will also gain an understanding of how to use the results of the Locator Interview and when to use CASAS. (PD Hours: 1 - recorded by your AEL Program Director)  This workshop is a requirement for CLAS-E test administrators. 

Before beginning this training, participants will need the following materials:

  • Locator Test Directions
  • Locator Interview
  • A copy of the Assessment Guidelines for ELL Pre-Literacy Students

You might also find it helpful to have the slide deck readily available electronically or in print. 

Administering CLAS-E Locator Interview Training Video 

TABE CLAS-E: Administering the Paper-Pencil Assessment

Effective assessments are the basis for making appropriate classroom placements for students and measuring student gains.  This recorded training provides participants with a clear understanding of the steps needed prior to placing a student into an ELL classroom.  Learn how to administer the following TABE CLAS-E assessments using the paper-pencil format: (PD Hours: 1 - recorded by your AEL Program Director)  This workshop is a requirement for CLAS-E test administrators only IF your program uses the paper-pencil format. 

  • Locator Test
  • Listening Test
  • Speaking Test
  • Reading Test
  • Writing Test (both multiple choice and expository)

Before beginning this training, participants will need the following materials:

  • DRC Locator Test
  • DRC Locator Test Directions
  • DRC Level 3 Form A Test Booklet
  • DRC Level 3 Form A Expository Writing Folio
  • DRC Level 3 Form A Test Directions
  • A copy of your program's answer sheets
  • A printout of the presentation slide deck

CLAS-E Administering Paper & Pencil Test Training Video