+ overview of dl in minnesota abe, policies, and procedures minnesota abe dl toolkit
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Overview of DL in Minnesota ABE, Policies, and Procedures
Minnesota ABE DL Toolkit
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How is Distance Learning defined in ABE?
What is the history of DL in Minnesota ABE?
What resources are available?
What are the state policies and procedures regarding DL?
+How is Distance Learning defined in ABE?
According to NRS Guidelines:
“Distance education is a formal learning activity where students and instructors are separated by geography, time or both for the majority of the instructional period.
“Distance learning materials are delivered through a variety of media including, but not limited to, print, audio recording, videotape, broadcasts, computer software, web-based programs and other online technology.
“Teachers support distance learners through communication via mail, telephone, e-mail or online technologies and software.”
+Different ways to provide DL
As a stand-alone, independent means of instruction
Blended with direct classroom instruction
For many ABE learners, the blended model seems to work best
+What is the history of DL in Minnesota ABE?
Individual consortia have provided DL for several years
GED-i, now i-pathways, was the first DL program adopted and supported statewide, followed by Skills Tutor
In 2009, the first DL Supplemental Services grant was awarded to St. Paul
DL has developed rapidly since 2009, as the Supplemental Services grant focused on professional development, communication with the field, approval of DL platforms, and a range of support activities
+What resources are available?
Comprehensive professional development (Project IDEAL, Summer Institute, regionals)
Information and training on approved DL platforms, and how to record and claim proxy hours
Access to Skills Tutor and i-pathways through state-paid licenses
Consultation and other support
Specialized information through comprehensive website and bi-monthly E-Letter
+What are the state policies and procedures regarding DL?
The state ABE office has had an ABE policy since 2008
It is periodically updated
The policy provides a wide variety of essential information for teachers and managers: Describes how ABE DL learners should be assessed; Gives an overview of instructional delivery models; Outlines ABE auditing requirements
+What is included in the DL Policy?
A definition of DL
Overview and philosophy of DL in MN ABE
Defines the type of contact and proxy hours that may be claimed for ABE instruction
Defines assessment requirements for DL learners
Provides an overview of instructional delivery models
Outlines ABE DL auditing requirements
+The policy also lists approved DL platforms
There are approximately 15 approved DL platforms
For each approved platform, the policy lists:
Recommended minimum CASAS scores required for eligibility
Criteria for claiming proxy hours
Number of proxy hours that can be claimed
Documentation required for proxy hours
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Produced by St. Paul DL Supplemental Services grant, 2012
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