Distance Learning Platforms

A list of Minnesota approved learning platforms covering various topics and skill levels.

Topics
Funded by
Literacy Level
CASAS Score
TABE Score

Featured: State-Supported for MN Adult Ed.

Free
State-Supported for MN Adult Ed.

Edmentum is a leading provider of online learning programs designed to drive student achievement for academic and career success.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 221
TABE Score
511-800
State-Supported for MN Adult Ed.

Northstar includes 15 online assessments in the areas of Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills, and Using Technology in Daily Life. Northstar Online Learning (NSOL) provides self-directed instruction and review for select assessments. Comprehensive classroom curricula, which can also be used at a distance, are available for most modules.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 211
TABE Score
511-800
Free
Commercial – Purchase Required

Digital solutions that flex for today’s learning needs from a digital curriculum company powered by smart people passionate about learning and motivated by results.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 211
TABE Score
584-630
Commercial – Purchase Required

Aztec includes Foundations, Fundamentals, and Bridge, Ready Work, and Lifeskills (Corrections Reentry), as well as Kaplan. Their Continuum of Learning is a series of computer-based, instructional programs that provide diagnostic and personalized learning experiences, with a focus on core academic subject areas for adult learners.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 246
TABE Score
584-630
Commercial – Purchase Required

The platform provides topic related safety information along with associated assessment in specific vocation fields.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 236
TABE Score
300-546
Commercial – Purchase Required

Coursera hosts thousands of courses for adult learners. Most courses are intended for college-level students or for professionals seeking career advancement or a career change.

CypherWorx is a customizable training system. CypherWorx Corrections includes GED courses, professional development courses, human relations, certifications, and life skills.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
All levels
TABE Score
All scores
Free
Free

GogyUp’s Literacy Support System (LSS) is a free literacy platform that provides in-the-moment, personalized reading assistance for any text: class readings, work instructions, etc. GogyUp provides adult learners with an “in-pocket tutor” they can instantly turn to for in-the-moment reading support for any text as well as long term instructional support. 

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
201-220
Commercial – Purchase Required

ToolingU-SME is an online learning platform for the manufacturing field. 

For these literacy levels

TABE Score
584-630