The term Adult Basic Education (ABE) is used two different ways.

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1 The term Adult Basic Education (ABE) is used two different ways. Broadly, ABE is an umbrella term used to describe a range of educational services for adults from basic literacy (including English for non-native speakers of English), numeracy, and high school equivalency (GED)/ adult diploma programs (ADP). It is also used to refer specifically to below postsecondary level education for native English speakers. Source: Program Director s Manual

2 Vision Statement for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston Our vision for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston is that adults who live, work, or receive services in Boston are entitled to a full sequence of well-coordinated classes and related support services that are flexible and responsive to changing needs. Our vision is that the Adult Education and Literacy System is fully recognized as vital to the future of Boston, providing adults with the tools to become successful family members, civic participants, workers and lifelong learners. Adult Education and Literacy programs are supported by stable and adequate funding from diverse sources, and students easily transition from lower to higher classes, and to job training, employment or higher education. Discussed & Revised at ALI Meeting 2

3 Our vision for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston is that adults who live, work, or receive services in Boston are entitled to a full sequence of well-coordinated classes and related support services that are flexible and responsive to changing needs. Our vision is that the Adult Education and Literacy System is fully recognized as vital to the future of Boston, providing adults with the tools to become successful family members, civic participants, workers and lifelong learners. Adult Education and Literacy programs are supported by stable and adequate funding from diverse sources, and students easily transition from lower to higher classes, and to job training, employment or higher education. Discussed & Revised at ALI Meeting 3

4 Our vision for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston is that adults who live, work, or receive services in Boston are entitled to a full sequence of well-coordinated classes and related support services that are flexible and responsive to changing needs. Our vision is that the Adult Education and Literacy System is fully recognized as vital to the future of Boston, providing adults with the tools to become successful family members, civic participants, workers and lifelong learners. Adult Education and Literacy programs are supported by stable and adequate funding from diverse sources, and students easily transition from lower to higher classes, and to job training, employment or higher education. Discussed & Revised at ALI Meeting 4

5 Our vision for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston is that adults who live, work, or receive services in Boston are entitled to a full sequence of well-coordinated classes and related support services that are flexible and responsive to changing needs. Our vision is that the Adult Education and Literacy System is fully recognized as vital to the future of Boston, providing adults with the tools to become successful family members, civic participants, workers and lifelong learners. Adult Education and Literacy programs are supported by stable and adequate funding from diverse sources, and students easily transition from lower to higher classes, and to job training, employment or higher education. Discussed & Revised at ALI Meeting 5

6 Mission Statement for Adult Education and Literacy Services in Boston The Boston Adult Literacy Initiative, as DESEfunded providers in Boston, will work with local Adult Education and Literacy providers, coalitions, and other stakeholders to ensure the further development of a comprehensive system of Adult Education and Literacy Services throughout Boston. Discussed & Revised at ALI Meeting 6

7 ALI Strategic Planning FY11 Intensity of Classes December 14,

Our future and the future of our nation is at stake. Without change, doors will be closed to our students, and job options for many may be unnecessarily limited.

8 Our future and the future of our nation is at stake. Without change, doors will be closed to our students, and job options for many may be unnecessarily limited. Framework for Leadership & Action, MA ESE, 2007 ABE Strategic Goal Objective Ensure That Adults Needing Basic Education Have Access to Services Increase available services through service intensity and additional student seats. Source: MA Strategic Framework for ABE; MA DESE; ACLS; Sept 09 8

9 Central Question: What strategies should be utilized to increase intensive services in Boston? Intensive = 9+ hrs per week 9

10 ABE/GED: Classes in Boston by Intensity 10

11 ABE/GED: Boston Intensive Classes by PROGRAM 58% of all ABE/GED intensive classes are at 5 programs: ESAC-GED Plus WAITT House Mujeres BPS Crittenton 11

12 Boston ABE/GED Intensive Classes by Neighborhood (JP, S. End, Charles) 12

13 Boston ABE/GED Intensive Classes by Neighborhood 9 neighborhoods have no intensive ABE/GED classes A-B E. Boston HP/WR Mattapan Chinatown* NE/WE* Fenway* Roslindale* S. Boston Neighborhoods with an asterisk (*) have no ABE/GED programs. 13

14 Boston ABE/GED Classes by Neighborhood 14

15 ESOL Classes in Boston by Intensity 15

16 ESOL: Boston Intensive Classes by PROGRAM 77% of intensive classes are at 6 programs (JPCC, NDEC, YMCA International Ctr, El Centro, BPS, IIB) 16

17 Boston ESOL Intensive Classes by Neighborhood (A-B, Rox, Chinatown, EB, Fen) 20% 0%, (Charles, HP, Matt, NE/WE, Ros, SE) N=4; 80%; (JP, Dor, Downtown, S. Boston) One neighborhood has no ESOL program (South End) 17

18 Boston ESOL Intensive Classes by Neighborhood 18

19 Small Group Discussion: What Strategies should be utilized to increase intensive services in Boston? What implications does intensity of services have on small group objectives? Access / Quality / Next Steps 19

Overview of the Massachusetts (MA) Adult Basic Education (ABE) System

Overview of the Massachusetts (MA) Adult Basic Education (ABE) System Luanne Teller Lteller@worlded.org World Education, Inc. 44 Farnsworth Street Boston, Massachusetts 02210 1211 617.482.9485 Massachusetts