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US Adults Need Stronger Skills to Thrive in a Changing World

The new PIAAC Survey of Adult Skills data indicates 60 million US adults read at the lowest levels, while 72 million are at the lowest levels for numeracy.

December 11, 2024

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English Language Learner is Living Her American Dream

Maribel is proof that hard work, determination, and education can open doors, no matter where you start.

August 1, 2024

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There’s a Lot to Learn Outside of the Classroom

Kenosha Literacy Council makes learning relatable, which increases effectiveness, links theory to practice, assists in retention, and increases engagement.

July 22, 2024

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Popular ESL Author’s ‘Long Stories Short’ Builds Reading and Language Connections

The new ESL series from New Readers Press uses entertaining stories as the basis to teach vocabulary, grammar, spelling, syntax, pronunciation, and more.

May 6, 2024

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5 Strategies to Engage Students in Distance Learning

Since introducing EnGen about a year ago, Chesterfield County Public Schools have seen student outcomes grow from 38 points to 134, a 250% increase.

January 17, 2024

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Professional Development for Citizenship Educators Led by Field Experts

A new opportunity from the Naturalization Network and partner USAHello will offer professional development for citizenship instructors.

January 8, 2024

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3 Strategies to Prevent Brain Waste Among Professional Immigrants

Brain waste references the underutilization of the skills and education of an internationally trained professional in a new country.

October 19, 2023

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