This resource is intended to be used in conjunction with two key documents:

• the Canadian Language Benchmarks: ESL for Adult Literacy Learners (ALL), which supports instructors working with adult ESL learners who have literacy needs; and
• the Canadian Language Benchmarks: ESL for Adults, which is the national standard for English as a second language for adult immigrants (including those with literacy needs) living, working and studying in Canada.

The purpose of this Support Kit is to show instructors how the CLB and ALL documents are used for planning and assessing ESL learners with literacy needs in CLB-referenced classrooms. To download you need to "Add to Cart" and register. The PDF will be emailed to you.

The Kit includes:

• Orientations to the CLB: ESL for ALL and the CLB: ESL for Adults documents;
• Information and examples for planning literacy instruction, including needs;
• Assessment and goal-setting, module/unit planning and lesson planning;
• Information and examples on assessing ESL Literacy learners’ progress in a way that is compatible with Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA);
• Suggestions for supporting ESL Literacy learners in multi-level literacy classes and mainstream ESL classes;
• Ideas for using the Continuum of Literacy Skills found in the CLB: ESL for ALL document; and
• Sample resources for literacy instruction and assessment.” (www.language.ca)