This introduction has been designed to provide a context for the learning standards, goals, and objectives which follow. Each of the following sections: English Language Arts, Mathematics, the ESOL and GED supplements, the resources, and the sections still to come provide a framework upon which the needs, experiences, goals, and dreams of the adult learners can become reality. Selecting these outcomes in concert with adult learners, planning instruction, managing the learning environment, and assessing mastery are the most important steps in adult education. And it all begins with the learning standards. Adult Education Resource Guide and Learning Standards should help you enhance and continue this most important work.

“I have good teachers who guide my efforts and give some structure to the class, some lesson plans, that build on one another that include working on reading too…” --Rama M

“It was like someone turned a fountain on, a fountain of knowledge and said go for it. At first it was just a drop, then another drop, then another drop and another. The next thing I know it was like a river. A river of thoughts and ideas.” --Barbara G.