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ESL and Postsecondary Education Resources

KQED offers a wealth of resources for educators in adult schools, community colleges, and universities, with a particular focus on ESL teaching and learning resources. Media literacy and 21st century literacy skills are central to our work.

We offer:

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  • Media-based curriculum
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Featured Resource
Podcasting

Using Podcasts to Develop Students' Listening Skills


This lesson shows ESL students how to search for podcasts that will develop their aural comprehension skills in both American and British English.

 
Featured Curriculum Projects

Curriculum guides available for download. All field-tested by ESL practitioners.

Unnatural Causes

Health Education Resources - "Language 911: A Health Literacy Curriculum"


ESL teachers can find curriculum modules designed for colleges and adult schools, targeted at intermediate to high-level ESL students.

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Immigration in Focus


Resources on California's complex immigration issues, including an Educator Resource Guide specifically designed for ESOL learners, and on-demand videos featuring immigrants sharing their experiences.

Adult Student

Enriching the ESOL Curriculum through Media Literacy


Drawing on key media literacy concepts, the lessons in this guide focus on developing critical thinking and language skills in ESOL students by engaging them with their media-rich culture.

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Other Media Literacy Resources


Foster independent thinking and 21st century literacy skills with KQED Media Literacy resources.

 

 

Copyright and Media Education

Why is copyright an issue for educators? See our copyright page.

View the Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Media Education for detailed guidance on the complex issues involved.

 

Learn more: MediaLiteracy@KQED.org, 800.723.3566

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