新版ued成人教育和扫盲(AEL)计划是由德克萨斯州劳动力委员会资助的一个基于赠款的计划. Services are free to the community and include the following instructional programs/classes:
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ABE classes are designed to upgrade basic skills in reading, writing, and math for participants who place at or below 8th grade level. Participants are screened to determine if individual and self-paced instruction is needed. 17岁和18岁的ABE参与者必须提供上一所高中的正式退学证明和父母同意加入该计划. Individual tutoring is also available upon request. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. For information about ABE classes or to make an appointment to register, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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GED Preparation (High School Equivalency)
GED预备班为参与者提供机会准备和提升他们在GED考试的四个教学组成部分的技能:语言艺术和推理, Math, Social Studies, and Science. With degreed instructors to assist in studies, participants feel secure and confident as they prepare for the GED exam. GED classes are held at various locations throughout the college service delivery area. Remote and distance learning classes are also available. 17岁和18岁的GED参与者必须提供从上一所高中的正式退学证明和父母同意加入该计划. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. For information about GED classes or to make an appointment to register, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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English as a Second Language (ESL) and Civics
ESL instruction is provided to persons who speak little or no English. 学员将学习听力理解和口语技巧以及阅读理解和写作技巧. 这些技能与生活技能和公民要素相结合，以帮助参与者在社区中充分发挥作用. ESL classes also contain a component of American History and U.S. Government for individuals who want to prepare for American Citizenship. Remote and/or distance learning classes are also available. 17岁和18岁的ESL参与者必须提供上一所高中的正式退学证明或宣誓书和父母同意加入该计划. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. For information about ESL classes or to make an appointment to register, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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公民课程每年举办一到两次，取决于参与者的需要和/或兴趣. 本课程通过关注美国历史和政府来帮助参与者为美国公民考试做准备. Components of the Citizenship test, such as the 100 questions, are studied and practiced. 参与者将获得完成公民身份文件的指导，以及所需翻译服务的资源. 17岁和18岁的参与者必须提供上一所高中的正式退学或宣誓书和父母同意参加课程. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. For more information about Citizenship classes, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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The basic computer literacy class is held once or twice a year, depending on participant need and/or interest. 参与者学习基本的计算机技能和词汇，以帮助他们在教育和就业方面取得进步. The class focuses on the basics of using Microsoft Word and Excel computer programs, composing letters/resumes, navigating the internet, identifying basic parts of the computer, and learning basics of remote programs such as Zoom, WhatsApp, etc. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. 欲了解更多有关计算机基础知识课程的信息，请致电903-434-8341或发送电子邮件至 adulted@fondreninc.com.
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Transition/College Preparation
过渡和大学准备活动被整合到其他课程项目中，如GED, ESL, and Career Pathway services. Participants receive information on the college enrollment process, degree/certificate programs available, financial aid and scholarship opportunities, etc. 大学顾问会被邀请来做课堂报告，如果有时间，还会安排参观大学校园，以熟悉大学生活和文化. For more information about Transition/College Preparation activities, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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新版ued AEL课程为需要更灵活的时间安排的参与者提供GED和ESL准备的在线指导，而不是传统的面对面设置. Participants must meet the following eligibility requirements for online services:
- Participant must have basic computer skills and access to internet service.
- 参与者必须在新版ued官网app在线课程之前完成注册/定向和预测试
- 在新版ued官网app在线课程之前，参与者必须与AEL讲师一起获得至少12个直接课堂时间
- Participant must complete post-testing after completing required program hours.
For information about Online/Distance Learning classes or to make an appointment to register, please call 903-434-8340 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
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Career Pathways/Intensive Services
新版ued AEL提供职业道路和密集服务，以支持参与者获得对当地企业有价值的技能和高等教育和培训证书. Career Pathways allows participants to be concurrently enrolled in a GED, ESL or academic support class while pursuing training for a workforce certification. Participants who have already earned a high school diploma or GED are also eligible. Career Pathways models include the following:
Integrated Education and Training (IET)
IET课程提供给同时参加GED或ESL课程的参与者，目标是职业发展和进步. IET课程与劳动力准备活动和特定职业的劳动力培训相结合，这些职业被确定为现有和新兴的需求或目标职业或职业集群，以实现教育和职业发展的目的. 课程每年举办一次或两次，参与者在报名参加课程之前将接受资格筛选.
Integrated English Literacy and Civics (Integrated EL Civics) Education
Integrated EL Civics classes are offered to adult English Language participants, including professionals with degrees and credentials in their native countries, 并使他们达到英语能力，并获得有效地发挥父母作用所必需的基本和更高级的技能, workers, and citizens in the United States. 课程每年举办一次或两次，在报名参加课程之前，参与者将接受资格筛选.
Intensive services
Intensive service model includes three components:
Workplace AEL Activities
Upon request, 工作场所AEL课程是与当地雇主或员工组织在工作场所或非现场地点合作提供的，旨在提高参与者的工作效率. AEL staff and workplace work together to screen eligible participants for services.
Services for Internationally-trained English Language Learner Professionals
Services for Internationally-trained ELL Professionals include, but are not limited to, skills preparation for professional credentialing exams, specialized career advising, 针对目标职业的ESL服务具有足够的强度，允许使用适当的英语语言评估来快速进步，以确定参与者的学术或专业英语是否足以进行学术课程, credentialing exams, or professional opportunities. Participants are screened for eligibility purposes prior to enrolling in class.
Re-entry and Post-Release Services
重返社会服务是为以前被监禁的人在从教养机构释放或释放后不久提供的服务. 这些服务的目的是促进成功适应社会和防止再犯. Examples include education, employment services, substance abuse treatment, housing support, mental and physical health care, and family reunification services. 由当地假释和缓刑办公室推荐和/或参与者在项目进入时进行重新进入资格筛选.
有关职业道路/强化服务的信息，请致电903-434-8340或发送电子邮件至 adulted@fondreninc.com.
17-18岁的参与者必须有正式的退学证明和家长的同意才有资格获得项目服务. Classes are held at various locations in the service delivery area of Titus, Morris, Franklin, Camp, and Wood counties. Remote and/or distance learning classes are also available. The central 新版ued AEL office is located in downtown Mt. Pleasant at 105 N. Riddle Street. Offices hours are Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. – 12 noon. Registration/orientation and assessment are required before beginning services. For information about AEL classes and services or to make an appointment to register, please call 903-434-8341 or e-mail us at adulted@fondreninc.com.
