Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Read with understanding simple directions, signs, maps, forms, job applications, community flyers and want ads.
• Demonstrate understanding of above types of reading material by restating content of the material and applying information to personal experience and goals.
• Convey ideas in writing by composing simple, complete sentences.
• Fill out forms correctly.
• Take simples phone messages.
• Use math to solve problems and communicate by adding and subtracting whole numbers.
• Identify coins by name and value.
• Design a schedule of daily activities/appointments.
• Demonstrate in role plays and discussion ability to resolve conflict and negotiate.
• Cooperate with others as demonstrated by his/her behavior in the class setting.
• Take responsibility for learning demonstrated by attending class regularly and punctually.
• Use information and communications technology, identifying the major components of a computer (i.e., mouse, monitor, keyboard) and demonstrating some ability to use a mouse and keyboard.