Below are content standards and contextualized curricula for each NRS level in Language Arts and Math.
Language Arts Revised Standards (PDF) (Word) NRS 1 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 2 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 3 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 4 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 5 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 6 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 1-6 Model Curriculum (PDF) |
Math Revised Standards (PDF) (Word) Summary of Revisions (PDF) Specific Revisions (PDF) NRS 1 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 2 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 3 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 4 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 5 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 6 Model Curriculum (PDF) (Word) NRS 1-6 Model Curriculum (PDF) |
The ICCB Adult Education and Workforce division Career Pathway Contextualized Basic Skills Curriculum introduces career pathways to students at the 5.0-7.0 grade level equivalency. This curriculum will enhance the basic skills of students and assist them in transitioning to the next level of education, whether it is into bridge or integrated education and training programs or any other training and empoyment related activities.
Statewide Career Pathways Basic Skills Curriculum Cover
Statewide Career Pathways Contextualized Basic Skills Curriculum: Instructions for Use
- Career Awareness
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Literature & Arts
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Math
- Contextualized Science
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Social Studies
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
The Entrepreneurial Contextualized Bridge Curriculum was designed for ABE/ASE learners at or above NRS Level 4. It is a sequence of consecutive lessons that builds to a specific culminating assignment.
Introduction and Course Outline: Entrepreneurial Bridge Curriculum
Module 1-Course Introduction & Class Expectations
Module 2-Growth Mindset & Study an Entrepreneur
Module 3-SMART Goals and Starting Your Own Business
Module 4-Building Vocabulary & Questions to Ask Before Starting a Business
Module 5-Skimming/Scanning & The Concept of a “Unique Selling Proposition”
Module 6-Conducting Effective Market Research
Module 7-Note-taking & Business Plans
Module 8-Paraphrase/Summary & Setting up a Business
Module 9-Close Reading & Naming Your Company
Module 10-Online Reading Strategies & Marketing Your Business
Module 11-Metacognition & Publicity
Module 12-Infographics & Bookkeeping for a Business
Module 13-Financing Sources for a Startup and Estimating Financing for a Business Plan
Module 14-Critical Thinking & Human Resources Management
Module 15-Critical Thinking Part II & Elevator Pitch
Module 16-Elevator Pitch (Culminating Project) & Business Communication
Below is the link to the ICCB Healthcare Bridge. The purpose of the curriculum is to introduce key concepts and terminology as they are integrated into basic skills instruction. The curriculum is divided into ten modules. Each module is designed to be used together and/or as a standalone, depending on the needs of the program.
Healthcare Bridge Curriculum Introduction
Vocabulary Glossary Themes 1-10
Theme 1: The Healthcare System
Theme 1 - The Healthcare System Outline
Theme 2: Medical Ethics
Theme 2 - Medical Ethics Outline
Theme 3: Preventative Health
Theme 3 - Preventative Health Outline
Theme 4: Nutrition
Theme 5: Mobility
Theme 6: Cardiovascular System
Theme 6 - Cardiovascular System Outline
Theme 7: Infection
Theme 8: Medicine
Theme 9: Mental Health
Theme 9 - Mental Health Outline
Theme 10: Next Steps - Career Exploration
The Illinois IELCE Tool Kit outlines eligible participants, required components of integrated English language acquisition and civics education, and civics competencies.
This IT Bridge Curriculum will work in established internal partnerships wtihin the academic community as well as external partnerships/relationships in the employment community.
- Career Awareness
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Language Arts & Writing
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Math
- Contextualized Science
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
- Contextualized Social Studies
- Introduction
- Module
- Activities/Resources
- References
The purpose of this Manufacturing Curriculum is not to provide training in a manufacturing specific occupation but rather to introduce key concepts and terminology as they are integrated into basic skills instruction. The curriculum is divided into ten modules. Each module is designed to be used together and/or as a standalone, depending on the needs of the program.
Statewide Manufacturing Bridge Curriculum Cover
Statewide Manufacturing Curriculum: Instructions for Use
Career Awareness Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 3-5
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 6a
C3) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 6b
C4) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 6c
C5) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 6d
C6) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 6e
C7) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 9-10a
C8) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 10b
C9) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 11a
C10) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 11b-11c
C11) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 12
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Worksheet
– MBTI Table
– Suggested Careers for Myers-Briggs Type
Career Awareness Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Career Awareness
Technology Awareness and Skills Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1-3
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 4
C3) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 5-6
C4) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 7-9
C5) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 10-15
C6) Additional Resources
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– Using Email
– How to Run a Presentation
– Getting Started with PowerPoint
– MS PowerPoint 2007 Basics
– Sample PowerPoint
– Virtual Machine 1
– Virtual Machine 2
Technology Awareness and Skills Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Tech
About Your Computer (PowerPoint)
Internet Skills Exercise 1 – Basic Navigation
Internet Skills Exercise 2 – Search Engines
Internet Skills Exercise 3 – Images
Social Media User Guidelines
Student Dictionary – Basics and Word
The Internet 2 (Power Point)
Academic Success Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Contextualized Reading Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– 21st Century Worksheets
– Employee Appraisal
– Eye Protection Review-OSHA
– Eye Protection Catalog
– Forms for Activity Outcome 9 Act 16
– Green Vocabulary
– MSDS Data Sheet Activity
– MSDS Data Sheet
– Positive/Negative Chart
– Toolkit MSDS
– Trelleborg Handbook
– Virtual Machine 1
– Virtual Machine 2
Reading Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Reading
Contextualized Reading and Writing Supplemental Lessons 2014
Contextualized Writing Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– 21st Century Writing Workbook
– Incident Report
– Report of Accident
– Trelleborg Handbook
Writing Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Writing
Contextualized Reading and Writing Supplemental Lessons 2014
Contextualized Math Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1a
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1b
C3) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 2a
C4) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 2b
C5) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 3
C6) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 4
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Contextualized Math Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Math
Bridge Math Text
Bridge Pre Post Test
Your Paycheck
Copy of Paycheck (Excel)
Federal Withholding Chart
Illinois Withholding Chart
Contextualized Math Supplemental Lessons 2014
Math Measurement Lesson 1: How to Read a Ruler
Math Measurement Lesson 1A: Understanding the Inch
Math Measurement Lesson 2: How to Read a Micrometer and a Dial Caliper
Contextualized Science Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files
– Converting Units
– Metric Conversions Ladder Method
– Metric System Basics
– Periodic Waves
Contextualized Science Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Science
Contextualized Science Supplemental Lessons 2014
Science Lesson: 4-Ball Experiment
Science Lesson: Making Batteries
Science Lesson: Pushing the Limit
Contextualized Social Studies Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Contextualized Social Studies Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Social Studies
Contextualized Social Studies Supplemental Lessons 2014
Introduction to Postsecondary Education Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 2
C3) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 3
C4) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 4
C5) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 5
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Career Development Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Career Development Module Supplements 2013
Manufacturing Curriculum Career Development
Job Seekers Thesaurus
Interviewing: Raising the Bar
Answering the Interview Question: “Tell Me About Yourself”
Career Development Interview Evaluation Form
Job Interview Worksheets
The focus of the Statewide TDL Curriculum is to educate and train workers for sustainable employment or post-secondary training in the TDL field. The goal is to combine adult education academics with the skills needed in the workplace through contextualized instruction. The instruction includes a combination of identified workplace competencies, career exploration, and basic skills presented in an occupational context.
Statewide Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (TDL) Bridge Curriculum Cover
Statewide Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (TDL) Curriculum: Instructions for Use
Career Awareness Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Worksheet
– MBTI Table
– Suggested Careers for Myers-Briggs Type
Technology Awareness and Skills Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1-3
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 4
C3) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 5-6
C4) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 7-9
C5) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 10-15
C6) Additional Resources
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– Using Email
– Getting Started with PowerPoint
– Ford Scanning – Dockworker Inbound Scanning Instructions
Academic Success Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Contextualized Reading Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– Eye Protection Review-OSHA
– Eye Protection Catalog
– Ford Kansas City SOP
– Green Vocabulary
– John Deere: SE Dock Sort Guide
– Logistic Planning Management Module
– Vehicle Request Authorization Form MM-11
– Material Safety Data Sheet Sample
– Material Safety Data Sheet Activity
– Positive-Negative Chart
– Tool Kit: Reading an MSDS
– UCHC Form 11C
– Warehouse Staff Performance Appraisal
Contextualized Writing Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– 21st Century Writing Teacher’s Guide
– 21st Century Writing Workbook
– FOB Definition
– Ford Dock Twin Cities HVC Inbound SOP
– Illinois Traffic Accident Report
– John Deere Delivery Guide
Contextualized Math Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
F) Resource Files:
– IDOT Maximum Legal Dimensions & Weights
– Exploring Mean, Median, Mode, and Range with LEGOS
– Exploring Equivalent Fractions with LEGOS
– Exploring Multiplication and Division with LEGOS
– Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Print and Internet Resources
– A Guide to Truck Trailers
Contextualized Math Module Supplemental Lessons 2015
Warehouse Receiving and Storage
Warehouse Packing and Loading
Warehouse Shipping
Truck Driving Calculations
Time and Mileage Calculations
Contextualized Science Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Contextualized Social Studies Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Introduction to Postsecondary Education Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C1) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 1
C2) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes 2
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
Career Development Module
A) Introduction
B) Module
C) Activities/Resources for Module Outcomes
D) References
E) Standards for Outcomes
