Our Approach & Process

As a coalition builder, MCAEL draws upon the knowledge that already exists in the community, while also introducing adult English literacy practitioners and volunteers to research and evidence-based practices.

MCAEL is a community coalition of public, nonprofit, and business partners that support nearly 60 adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and literacy service programs, more than 100 instructors and staff, and approximately 11,000 adult learners. Together, the coalition works to strengthen the community by helping adults gain the English literacy skills needed to reach their potential as parents, workers and community members.