Assessment
Standardized assessments
In order to track the progress of learners in our Tutoring Program, we use standardized assessments recommended by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for Adult English instructional programs. Learners are tested when they enter the program, at the start of tutoring, and again at exit, when their tutoring is ending. Information on each individual learner’s test scores is shared with learners and their tutors.
For learners who enroll in tutoring to improve their speaking and listening skills, English At Large administers the BEST Plus standardized assessment.
For learners who enroll in tutoring to improve their reading and writing skills, English At Large administers the TABE CLAS E standardized writing assessment.
Assessments are administered by English At Large volunteers and staff, who are trained and certified as test assessors.
English At Large recognizes that standardized assessments present only one window into learner achievement. We encourage tutors to use assessment scores as a teaching tool, but not to place undue emphasis on assessment performance.
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English Learners! Today's video lesson from Speak English with Vanessa will help teach you some American Culture you need to know!
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We had so much fun celebrating our volunteers at our recent Appreciation Brunch! This year's theme was YOU ROCK! And as you can see, they really do!
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English Learners! Today's video lesson from Bob the Canadian will help you learn some vocabulary to describe different places in English! Where will you go today?
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Bonus English lesson! Many families in our community celebrate Passover, which begins tonight at sundown. Watch this short English lesson to learn the meaning and traditions of this special holiday. Happy Passover!
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Time for our annual Volunteer Appreciation Week Raffle! All EAL volunteers are automatically entered to win a Dunkin' Donuts Gift Card.
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English Learners! Did you know that all English At Large services are provided by volunteers? This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating the caring and commitment of local volunteers that make a difference for YOU and YOUR COMMUNITY!
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English Learners! Spring is a great time to get outside! Let's learn some English words at the park!
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English Learners! Today's video lesson from English with Lucy will help you understand the 5 English grammar tenses used in almost all written and spoken English!
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