Numeracy Level Indicators Survey

How many adults do you encounter at your program who need numeracy level math instruction?

The SABES Mathematics and Numeracy Curriculum and Instruction PD Center is trying to estimate the number of students enrolled in Adult Basic Education programs in MA and a selection of other states who are in need of numeracy-level (defined as CCRSAE Level A; ABE1; GLE K–1) math instruction. Further, we will want to determine what materials are available to teachers and learners and what we need to develop.

The indicators that follow might indicate an adult is in need of numeracy-level (CCRSAE Level A) math instruction, in the absence of other obvious barriers (such as language barriers, literacy barriers, etc.). Many adults may have learning disabilities in math or other cognitive challenges. Some numeracy-level adults may not be receiving math instruction because of literacy needs or because math instruction is not available at their level. The indicators are not meant to diagnose individuals, but to help program directors/teachers estimate how many students at this math level they have encountered at their program.

Note: Some students may have some of these indicators but do not need numeracy-level instruction.  Please do not count students who score higher than 300 on the MAPT math or who are successfully studying math content at CCRSAE Levels B–E.  These students may have mathematical learning disabilities that require intervention, but they do not need numeracy level (CCRSAE Level A) instruction.