Funded by the Institute for Education Sciences, CILIA-T is a 16-module, open-access curriculum that integrates U.S. history and civics content with academic English proficiency and digital skills. Developed by adult educators, CILIA-T was developed by adult educators to help students expand their vocabulary, knowledge, and essential technology use, while also encouraging community participation and deep analysis of high-interest topics.

• CILIA-T can be taught in person, online, or in a hybrid format.

• Teachers of any experience level will find the materials accessible and easy to teach. 

• Our curriculum is designed for:

> English language learners (intermediate-advanced)

> Pre-GED/GED learners

> Civics/citizenship learners

> Basic literacy skills learners 

Let's build community as well as skills for success in both academics and everyday life!

Focus: The CILIA-T curriculum merges U.S. history and civics content with academic English instruction to support adult learners, helping them gain the skills needed to be involved, informed members of their communities. Technology use is interwoven throughout the curriculum, both as an instructional tool and as a way to improve learners’ digital skills.

Research-Based: Our curriculum is based on findings regarding vocabulary, background knowledge, higher-order thinking skills, and motivation, both from existing research and studies conducted by the CILIA-T team. 

Standards-Aligned: Modules are guided by the College and Career Readiness, English Language Proficiency, and NorthStar Digital Literacy Standards.

Instructor Support: Our comprehensive curriculum offers resources to help instructors teach these integrated lessons effectively, including digital skill videos, instructional guides, and additional activities created by teachers who have used CILIA-T.