Lanier Technical College Adult Education

Make 2025 YOUR year of success!  Lanier Tech offers FREE classes for GED and HiSET preparation and to improve English for those who speak other languages.  For more details about our free High School Equivalency preparation or English language classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Transcripts and worksheets available here.

Lesson 2, Social Studies GED Test Preparation We break down the key skills and knowledge you'll need to conquer the GED exam and in particular today, we're focusing on the Social Studies section—an area that can feel daunting but is totally manageable with the right strategies and mindset. GED is a registered trademark with the American Council on Education. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here.

Lanier Tech has a first-class English as a Second Language program that not only helps students communicate in the language, but to be successful in their career fields.  Students often share their experiences in our program with us.  Listen to Tamara's story about her experience in the Adult Education program in Barrow County.  For more details about our free High School Equivalency preparation or English language classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Transcripts and worksheets available here.

In 2023-2024, Lanier Technical College Adult Education helped 356 students obtain their High School Equivalency diploma, more than any other program in the state.  We also have a first-class English Language Acquisition program to improve communication skills.  Are you interested in becoming a student?  We are enrolling students in our area now and there is no charge for the classes.  Visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education/ and begin your application today! Transcripts and worksheets available here.

Lesson 1, Soft Skills: Time Management. Today's episode examines time management skills and strategies for effective time management. By the end of this episode, you will be able to understand the root causes of poor time management, learn about strategies to overcome poor time management, and identify at least three strategies to improve time management in your workplace or home life. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 5, Comprehension: Enhancing Understanding. Today's episode is on listening and understanding.  This episode is targeted for intermediate English language learners. By the end of this podcast episode, you will be able to comprehend and demonstrate proficiency in listening and understanding. The objectives include enhancing listening skills, improving vocabulary, and answering comprehension questions based on a provided text. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 4, Reading: Understanding Author's Point of View and Responding to Conflicting Evidence. Today's episode is on reading comprehension and point of view. In this episode, we will look at understanding an author's point of view and how they acknowledge and respond to conflicting evidence or viewpoints. By the end of this episode, you will be able to identify an author's perspective, analyze how they acknowledge differing viewpoints, and evaluate their responses to conflicting evidence. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

In 2022-2023, Lanier Tech helped 367 students achieve their High School Equivalency diplomas, more than any other program in Georgia.  Students often share their experiences in our program with us.  Listen to Shayna's story about her experience in the Adult Education program in Hall County.  For more details about our free High School Equivalency preparation or English language classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Transcripts and worksheets available here.

Lesson 4, English as a Second Language.  Usage: Phrasal Verbs In today's lesson, we will learn what phrasal verbs are, how they function, and the meaning of a few common phrasal verbs.  By the end of this this lesson, you will understand and properly utilize some of the most common phrasal verbs. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Meet Kayla Hill, the 2023 Georgia state winner of the Dinah Culbreath Wayne Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) award!  Kayla overcame many obstacles in her life and is on her way to a rewarding career.  Lanier Tech's Adult Education program in Barrow County helped her with the first steps. You can be next!  Visit us at www.laniertech.edu and click on Adult Education to learn more about our free programs! Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here.

Lesson 3, English as a Second Language.  Pronunciation: Liaisons In today's lesson, we will learn about how certain sounds between words connect, known as liaisons, which may change the expected sound of a word. By the end of this this lesson, you will understand and produce the proper sounds created through liaisons, and will be able to comprehend and produce these sounds in English similar to that of a native speaker in the United States. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 2, English as a Second Language.  Pronunciation: Sounds that change. In today's lesson, we will learn about certain combinations of sounds that change the expected pronunciation of a word or group of words.  By the end of this this lesson, you will understand and produce the proper sounds signaled by certain combinations in English and will be able to comprehend and produce these sounds in English similar to that of a native speaker in the United States. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 1, English as a Second Language.  Pronunciation: Stress in English Sentences. In today's lesson, we will learn which types of words to stress and how to change the emphasis or meaning of a sentence by adding stress or stressing a normally unstressed word. By the end of this lesson, you will have practiced the same stress patterns that native speakers place on several English sentences, understand the concepts of where stress should be placed in a sentence, and will be able to better understand spoken American English by native speakers. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Visit www.laniertech.edu and click on Adult Education.  Follow the "Get Started Now" buttons to apply to our Adult Education program.  Qualifying residents in the northeast Georgia area of the United States may attend our FREE in-person classes in basic literacy, GED(R) or HiSET(R) preparation, English Language Acquisition classes, US Citizenship preparation classes, and short-term training in high demand career fields.

This podcast episode is in Spanish.  If you do not speak Spanish, you may skip ahead to the next episode.  Listen to Andrea's story about her experience in the ESL program in Hall County.  For more details about our English Language or High School Equivalency preparation classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Este episódio está en español. En este episódio de ‘We are LTC - ESL stories', Decano de programas formativos de adultos, Shannon Cole, entrevista una estudiante de ESL de condado de Hall, Andrea. Hablamos de su experiencia y como Lanier Technical College le ha ayudado a obtener sus metas profesionales y personales.

Lesson 1, Test Taking Skills: In this lesson you will learn skills and strategies to help you improve your score on high school equivalency exams.  You'll have a better idea of the type of questions you may encounter, tips to effectively manage your time, and how to maximize your score even when uncertain of the correct answer.  GED is a registered trademark with the American Council on Education, and HiSET is a registered trademark with Educational Testing Services.  GED and HiSET are used for identification purposes only and there is no affiliation with or endorsement by the aforesaid organizations. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 4, Language Arts: Subject-Verb Agreement. In this lesson, you will learn what is subject-verb agreement, including what form of verb to use.  You will also be able to determine if a subject is singular or plural, and how to make verbs agree with the subjects. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Цей епізод Ми LTC: ESL Історії буде українською мовою. Англійський репетитор Халлам Поп бере інтерв'ю у українського студента Юлия про вивчення англійської мови у кампусі Технічного Коледжу Ланьєр в окрузі Форсайт. Ми говоримо про досвід Юлия про вивчення англійської мови в Америці та про те, як наша програма ESL допомогла її вивчити англійську. Для отримання додаткових відомостей про класи англійської або еквівалентні диплому середньої школи (GED) ви можете знайти https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education.   This episode of We are LTC: ESL Stories will be in Ukrainian. English tutor Hallam Pope interviews Ukrainian student Iuliia about learning English on the campus of Lanier Technical College in Forsyth County.  We talk about Iuliia's experience of learning English in America and how our ESL program helped her learn English.  For more information on English classes or equivalent high school diploma (GED) go to https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education.

This podcast episode is in Russian.  If you do not speak Russian, you may want to skip ahead to the next episode.  Listen to Andrei share his story about his experience learning English in the Lanier Techical College ESL program in Forsyth County.  For more details about our English Language or High School Equivalency preparation classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Этот эпизод Мы LTC: ESL Истории на русском языке. Английский репетитор Халлам Поп берет интервью у белорусского студента и доктора, Андрея, об изучении английского языка в кампусе Технического Колледжа Ланьер в округе Форсайт. Мы говорим об опыте Андрея об изучении английского языка в Америке и о том, как наша программа ESL помогла ему выучить английский. Для получения дополнительных сведений об классах английского или эквивалентных диплому средней школы (GED) вы можете найти https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education

Lesson 3, Reading: Similes, Metaphors, and Personification. In this lesson, we will look at figurative phrases.  You will be able to explain and answer questions on what are similes and metaphors.  You will also learn about personification, euphemisms, and epithets.  By the end of the lesson, you should be able to identify and use these elements in your own writing, and understand the reason why authors use this type of language in their writing. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  Ocean effect from Soundjay.com under terms of service.

Lesson 3, Science:  Physics - Forces and Newton's Law of Motion. Students will be able to explain what a force is, and be able to describe Isaac Newton's three laws of motion: inertia, acceleration, equal and opposite forces. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  Ocean effect from Soundjay.com under terms of service.

Lesson 2, Reading: Inferences, Arguments, and Evidence. Learn how to make inferences about the information in a text, identify an author's key arguments, and be able to support both with evidence from the text.  You will understand more about evaluating the reliability and validity of evidence and sources, and be able to make solid judgments. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  Ocean effect from Soundjay.com under terms of service.

Lesson 2, Science.  Biology: Genes, Selection, and Evolution. In this lesson, you learn about the basics of genes, the mechanics of how genetic information is passed down, the process of selection and adaption, artificial selection, and Darwin's theory of evolution via natural selection. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 3, Language Arts: Participles and Gerunds. Learn and identify participles and gerunds, and decide how and why you would use these in writing. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 2, Math.  Algebra: Introduction to Factorization. Discover the process of factorization or factoring. Factorization is a skill we need when we need to find a value or values for a variable like x. Typically, factorization is helpful to break a polynomial expression down into smaller and easier to understand factors. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. The handout mentioned in this podcast is located at the transcript/worksheet link above. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

This podcast episode is in Korean.  If you do not speak Korean, you may skip ahead to the next episode.  Listen to Jungyoon and Suhyun's stories about their experiences in the ESL program in Barrow County as they speak with Zachary Bagley, Lanier Tech Adult Education Volunteer and a student at the University of North Georgia.  For more details about our English Language or High School Equivalency preparation classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education ESL 이야기 시리즈의 3회동안에는 노스조지아 대학생 재커리 배글리가 배로우군 ESL 학생들 황정윤이랑 박수현을 인터뷰한다. Lanier Tech ESL 프로그램을 참여하기를 통해 영어 배우는것에 어떻게 도움이 되어서 목표를 이루게 되었는지 알려주는것에대한 회이다.

Lesson 8, Social Studies: Economics. Learn about the specific aspects of the U.S. economy, including how the government interacts with the economy and how the U.S. economy compares with the economies of other nations. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 7, Social Studies. US History: Western Expansion. Learn about the period in U.S. History known as the Western Expansion, the important people involved, the ideology behind it, and the results and consequences. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 6, Social Studies. US History: The American Revolution. Learn about the historical events of the American Revolution, the important figures in the movement, important battles, and the lasting effects on the new nation. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 1, Math.  Learn about Polynomial Expressions.  See below for a quick outline. (11:35) Simplifying Expressions (16:06) Parentheses (18:16) Order of Operations - PEMDAS (30:26) Practice Problems Q1 - 7 (31:15) Simplifying Expressions Q8 – 10 Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. The handout mentioned in this podcast is located at the transcripts/worksheets link above. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 5, Social Studies. US History: The Civil Rights Era. Learn about the historical events of the Civil Rights Era, the important figures in the movement, and how the movement affected other movements for equality. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 4, Social Studies: The Civil War.  This podcast will provide an overview of the American Civil War. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 3, Social Studies:  Colonialism. Learn the reasons behind European colonialism, and its effect on the people and lands where it occurred. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music and Sound Effects by TimMoor, Gertraut Hecher, Breviceps, MinigunFiend, Lydmakeren, and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

This podcast episode is in Portuguese.  If you do not speak Portuguese, you may skip ahead to the next episode.  Listen to Ivoni's story about her experience in the ESL program in Forsyth County.  For more details about our English Language or High School Equivalency preparation classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education Este episódio é em português. No segundo episódio de ‘We are LTC - ESL stories', Decano de programas formativos de adultos, Shannon Cole, entrevistou antigo aluno de ESL de condado de Forsyth, Ivoni. Falamos sobre como Lanier Technical College a ajudou a atingir as metas profissionais e pessoais.

This podcast episode is in Mandarin Chinese.  If you do not speak Mandarin, you may skip ahead to the next episode.  Listen to Amy's story about her experience in the ESL program in Forsyth County.  For more details about our English Language or High School Equivalency preparation classes, please visit https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education 第一集的我们的播客系列「ESL」故事是为了说中文的人。这集播客的内容是「Lanier Technical College」的「ESL」教师「Hallam Pope」采访了前乔治亚州的佛塞斯郡「ESL」学生「Amy Liu」。讨论了关于「Lanier Technical College」怎么帮她实现目标。

Lesson 2, Social Studies. US Civics: The Three Branches of Government.  Learn about the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches of the United States government. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Have you recently finished your High School Equivalency diploma such as your GED?  Or are you working on your English language skills and wonder what's next?  Listen as Hallam interviews Jim Watson, Lanier Technical College Adult Education's Transition Coordinator.  You will find out lots of great information about opportunities at Lanier Tech to help you advance in your current career, or get started in something new and in high demand!  https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education/

Lesson 1, Social Studies: U.S. Civics.  Principles of American Democracy -- Rights and Responsibilities. In addition to learning the basics for your social studies course, this podcast is also applicable to those who plan to take the USCIS Citizenship Test. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Lesson 1, Reading: Identifying and Understanding Text Structures. Learn the different types of text structures and how they are used in reading comprehension. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  Ocean effect from Soundjay.com under terms of service.

Lesson 2, Language Arts: Homonyms. Learn what homonyms, homographs, and homophones are, how to find them in context, and how to properly use them. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and ZenMan from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Miyoko shares how ESL classes at the Forsyth County Campus helped her in her career.  Listen to more success stories on our YouTube channel. Visit our YouTube channel (LTC Adult Education). Are you interested in improving your English?  Can we help you with your career goals?  Visit our website for details: https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education/

Lesson 1, Science: Chemistry.  Learn about the different states of matter. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  

Rebecca shares her journey on receiving her GED through our Dawson County Adult Education Center.  Listen to the entire clip on our YouTube channel. Visit our YouTube channel (LTC Adult Education). Are you interested in pursuing your GED or HiSET?  Visit our website for details: https://www.laniertech.edu/adult-education/

Lesson 1, Language Arts: Adjectives.  Learn what adjectives are, how to spot them in a text, and how using adjectives can improve your writing and speaking.   Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music by TimMoor and Zen_Man from Pixabay used under terms of service.  Ocean effect from Soundjay.com under terms of service.

These instructions are for current LTC Adult Ed students who would like to get credit for listening to the podcasts on this channel.  You'll need to download a log sheet in the link below, complete it according to the directions provided in the podcast, and turn it in EACH WEEK to your instructor.  You may listen to as many podcasts as you like as many times as you like, but be sure to check with your instructor about accompanying assignments and classwork. Click this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Your teacher or module will provide a link to the podcast associated with each lesson.  You are also permitted to listen to these independently.  When browsing the podcasts, lessons will contain a code.  ESL is for English as a Second Language lessons.  CITIZEN is for citizenship preparation and civics.  SS is Social Studies.  SCI is Science.  READ is Reading.  LANG is Language Arts, and obviously MATH is Math.  Any podcast with a coded letter and number in front (example: M4 or E12, etc.) is a lesson podcast.  Other podcasts, such as this one, are other interesting news, events, and information.  For help, ask your instructor. If you use Alexa, you will note the podcast lesson log has an Alexa Episode number beside each lesson.  To activate the lesson instantly, say “Alexa, play Lanier Technical College Adult Education podcast (on Amazon Music), episode XX” (replacing XX with the number of the episode). Music: "Calm Commercial Business Corporate" by Timmoor from Pixabay used under terms of service.

Lanier Technical College Adult Education presents its free podcast lesson series!  Improve your math, reading, language arts, social studies, math, and English language skills.  Learn for free.  Legal residents of the state of Georgia can get additional FREE LESSONS by registering with our program at www.laniertech.edu/adult-education/ Transcripts, as they are published, along with any accompanying handouts, will be archived at the link noted at the bottom of the page and noted by podcast episode number and title. Select this link for a blank log sheet or this link for a continuously updated log sheet of current podcasts. Transcripts and worksheets available here. Music: "Freeze Tag (50s Pizzicato Strings)" by astrofreq from Pixabay used under terms of service.