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Fall 2023 Adult Education Basics Classes

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Two new in-person courses will be available this fall to help CSEA-represented NYS employees develop their English pronunciation skills or refresh their reading, writing, and math skills. 

All courses are free and open to CSEA-represented NYS employees. Other CSEA-represented employees may enroll as space permits. All employees must receive supervisory approval to attend courses without charge to leave credits unless the classes are held on the employee’s pass day.

For more information, review the course details below, call (800) 253-4332 or email [email protected]

Enhance Your Skills: Reading, Writing, and Math Basics

You’ll discover ways to create, develop, and revise your writing based on personal experiences, observations, and reactions to a variety of reading selections. This course provides a review of foundational math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and offers opportunities to practice working with various number forms.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Read and discuss various written works
  • Practice writing using various styles, sentence types, and paragraph structures
  • Gain knowledge about basic math principles and processes
CSEA Capital Region 4 Course Details 

NYS & CSEA Partnership - Albany

Tuesdays | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

September 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 21, 28; December 5, 12, 2023 

SLMS Class Code: P_OE_R4_5698

Requirement: Full day in-person commitment for each class with your supervisor’s approval.

Apply by August 30. 

Applicants may register online in the Statewide Learning Management System or complete and return our application form. 

ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS: Reading, Writing, and MATH BASICS - flyer/application form (PDF)

Focus on Pronunciation: Level 1

Pronunciation can be difficult, even for native American English speakers. This course will help you expand your pronunciation and verbal communication skills, regardless of your first language. You’ll practice speaking clearly and accurately in everyday situations, as well as develop a plan to continue working toward your pronunciation goals.

By the end of the class, you will be able to:

  • Identify parts of the mouth and how to use them to make sounds
  • Recognize consonant and vowel sounds
  • Listen for differences when pronouncing words
  • Recognize American English conversational rhythm and tone
  • Develop a plan to address your personal pronunciation goals
CSEA Capital Region 4 Course Details

Harriman State Office Campus - Albany

Wednesdays | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

September 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023

SLMS Class Code: P_OE_R4_5646

Requirement: Full day in-person commitment for each class with your supervisor’s approval.

Apply by August 30. 

Applicants may register online in the Statewide Learning Management System or complete and return our application form. 

FOCUS ON PRONUNCIATION: Level 1 - Capital REgion FLYER/Application form (PDF)

 

CSEA Metropolitan Region 2 Course Details

CSEA Metropolitan Region Office - New York

Wednesdays | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; December 6, 2023

SLMS Class Code: P_OE_R2_5659

Requirement: Full day in-person commitment for each class with your supervisor’s approval.

Apply by October 10.

Applicants may register online in the Statewide Learning Management System or complete and return our application form. 

FOCUS ON PRONUNCIATION: Level 1 - Metropolitan Region FLYER/Application form (PDF)