Minnesota Department of Health English Learners (EL) Health Curriculum Target Audience for this Presentation: Instructors of adult basic education / English language learningInstructors of adult basic education / English language learning Curriculum is appropriate for CASAS level High Intermediate / Advanced (215 and above)Curriculum is appropriate for CASAS level High Intermediate / Advanced (215 and above) Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

English Learners (EL) Health Curriculum Partners: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Refugee and International HealthMinnesota Department of Health (MDH) Refugee and International Health Content experts at MDH and beyondContent experts at MDH and beyond Curriculum consultant Kate MuellerCurriculum consultant Kate MuellerTopics: Healthcare System, Health Professions, Oral Health, TB, Cardiovascular Health, Hepatitis B, Cancer, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

MDH Refugee and International Health  Health screenings for newly arriving refugees  Data collection and analysis  Resources for health professionals  Community health education and promotion Partnerships with community organizations Diverse media LEP communications EL health curriculum Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

Health Issues in New American Communities  MN refugee health screenings (2013 data) 22% Latent or active TB 14% Parasitic infection 6% Hepatitis B  Reports from community leaders Chronic conditions: obesity, hypertension, diabetes Mental health Navigating the healthcare system Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

Curriculum Information  EL level CASAS High Intermediate/Advanced level and above  Authentic content (2013) Health experts developed reading content Panel of EL educators reviewed content and activities for level  Pilot project (2014) Lessons piloted by several metro-area EL programs Teachers and students provided feedback Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

Lesson Outline  Pre-teaching Graphic organizers, vocabulary cards  Content reading Comprehension questions, cloze activities, definition matching  Interactive activities Partner dictation, dialogue, jigsaw  Pre and post assessments Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

Lesson Outline, cont.  Glossary of health-related vocabulary in each lesson  Teacher lesson planning notes Pacing guide and preparation tips  Additional resources Links to websites and video clips for more information Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health

Feedback  Teacher feedback Online feedback form for teachers  Student feedback Student feedback form for each lesson  Availability Lessons will be available on the MDH website soon (sign up to be notified) Minnesota Department of Health Refugee and International Health