Executive Director Spotlight

- Kathy Stevens

Executive Director, MCAEL

09/18/2022

In the MCAEL network, many programs are continuing to offer online adult ESOL classes, while also returning to in-person learning too. Learners have relished the convenience of online classes. But, in order to clear the threshold toward success in an online class, an adult learner needs three things 1) a computer (preferably a laptop); 2) high-speed internet access (that is reliable and affordable), and 3) some level of digital literacy.

So, on Saturday MCAEL coordinated a day - with the help of amazing partners – to distribute 400 free laptops, provided on-site sign-ups for free and reduced internet services, AND provided one-on-one initial digital training so folks could log on to their computers and download Zoom.