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Ventures
Third Edition
A six-level, standards based, integrated skills series for Adult Education, aligned to WIOA, NRS, English Language Proficiency, and College and Career Readiness standards.
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Authors: K. Lynn Savage, Gretchen Bitterlin, Donna Price, Sylvia Ramirez, Dennis Johnson
Key Features
Aligned with the National Reporting System (NRS), English Language Proficiency (ELP) and College and Career Readiness (CCR) standards, Ventures helps students develop the skills needed to be college and career ready, and function successfully in their community.The third edition is aligned to the NRS’ interpretive, productive, and interactive outcomes at each level. The course also offers a dedicated College and Career Readiness section with 10 worksheets at each level, from Level 1 to Transitions, to help students develop the skills they need to succeed in college and the workplace. Problem-solving activities in each unit cover critical thinking and soft skills key to workplace readiness.Audio tracks and grammar presentations linked to QR codes can be accessed using smartphones promoting mobile learning, while a suite of digital tools complement the course to support 21st century learning.A wealth of resources provide instructors with the tools for any teaching situation, making Ventures the most complete program.See how Ventures enables Better Learning experiences
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Insights
Experts in Adult EducationResearched and authored by a team of teachers and administrators with unparalleled experience in the classroom, Ventures 3rd Edition meets the demands set by WIOA.
Classroom Knowledge
Each author began as a teacher. Together, they have more than 200 years teaching ESL as well as other roles that support immigrants and refugees.
Administrative Knowledge
The authors have helped draft the CCRS, chaired Adult Standards board of TESOL, written training materials for integrating workforce skills into ESL, CASAS test items, and won numerous awards.
Content
Comprehensive CurriculumDesigned to teach the relevant language students need to meet the expectations of the standards.
Presentation Plus
Has all the resources needed in one place to digitally transform Ventres into a truly interactive classroom.
QR codes
Give students quick & easy access to audio and grammar video for self-directed learning and to develop digital literacy.
Dedicated CCR section
Focus on informative texts to bring text complexity into the classroom and expand students' reading and critical thinking skills.
Self-grading Online Workbook
Has instant feedback to help learners understand their problem-areas. Teachers can track time-on-task and check students' progress with just a few clicks.
Results
Success for Every StudentMulti-level classroom support and online worksheets help students at all levels to achieve their goals.
Multi-level classroom support
Online worksheets help students at all levels to achieve their goals.
Career and Educational Pathways
Help students to actively take part in building a career and educational portfolio to succeed in getting a new career or futhering their education.
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