What is EnGen
EnGen is an online learning platform provided by Miami Dade College for learners who want to improve their English skills. Learners can access the platform for free 24/7 through their computer, tablet or mobile phone. Content is tailored to learners’ proficiency level and is self-paced so they can manage their own schedule and review content that is relevant for their personal and professional English learning goals. The platform includes vocabulary review, pronunciation practice, proficiency assessments, and achievement tests.
Please take 30-45 minutes to read this page in its entirety, watch the videos, and review the documents to learn how to use EnGen. Thank you!
Getting Started
#1 - Activate Your EnGen Account
After you have been enrolled in EnGen, you must fully activate your account by completing the Needs Analysis questionnaire. This step is required and gives you access to both learner and admin platforms*. Skipping this step will block your access to the Admin Portal.
Learner Portal: app.getengen.com
Admin Portal: admin.getengen.com
*Teachers and Admins must contact their EnGen representative for a password to the Admin Platform.
#2 - Learn About EnGen
Learn about EnGen by reviewing a recent MDC instructor training session. This is everything you need to know about EnGen!
Review EnGen’s course list here. Course outlines are in column C. Instructors can’t assign courses to students, they have to enroll in courses themselves from the “Catalog” tab.
Please refer to the FAQ below and EnGen’s Top 10 Resources for Admins, Teachers, and Coaches if you still have questions about getting started and using both platforms. We also encourage you to explore our newly updated EnGen Resource Center (ERC)!
#3 - Enroll Your Learners
After identifying your group of learners that will be using EnGen and finalizing the content assignment with your EnGen representative, you are ready to enroll your learners. There are 2 options for enrollment:
Option 1: Complete the Official EnGen - MDC Enrollment Roster and return it to manuela@getengen.com to complete a bulk enrollment for your class. This document is “view only” and must be downloaded first. Please do not send PDFs or any unformatted rosters for a bulk enrollment other than the required roster. Doing so will delay enrollment. You must include your students’ MDC email address and not their personal email address due to the SSO integration that is in place. After submitting your enrollment roster, check your email to find information on next steps.
Option 2: You can enroll your own learners individually by following steps on the Enrolling Learners in the Admin Portal - Single or Multiple (video). It is important that you enroll learners in the correct feature group before clicking the submit button.
#4 - Attend Virtual Drop-In Sessions
It is important that you attend the ongoing drop-in sessions that will cover how to navigate the platform, track your learners’ performance on the Admin Platform, and get your questions answered. These sessions take place on a bimonthly basis, every 1st Tuesday of every month at 10am and every 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4:30pm.
If you are unable to attend the drop-in sessions, please attend any of the weekly, recurring Learner Welcome Sessions (LWS) with your learners. You may enroll in a LWS via the EnGen Learner Calendar. You can also watch pre-recorded Learner Information Sessions.
Unfortunately, we are no longer able to conduct private training sessions for individual teachers and admins. Please refer to the options above to learn about EnGen.
#5 - Track Learners Performance
Instructors may monitor their students’ progress in the Admin Portal. We recommend checking the Admin Portal at least once a week during the term.
It is imperative to contact learners if they have not yet engaged to ensure they understand how to use the platform and are completing units to improve their English skills. Learners who demonstrate low or inconsistent engagement throughout the term may be deactivated and/or have their license reassigned to a new student.
The Teacher Toolkit
EnGen is designed for learners to manage their own time spent on the platform. Instructors are not able to auto-assign courses to learners; this must be coordinated via your EnGen representative. However, you may assign single lessons to learners as homework, to provide an extra practice resource, or to assign daily EnGen work. If you’d like to review ideas for the classroom or print certificates, click here.
Top 10 EnGen Resources & FAQs
Have more questions about getting started? Please refer to EnGen’s Top 10 Resources for Admins, Teachers, and Coaches and the frequently asked questions below.
How to Help Learners Succeed
Activate Account & Get Started
Make sure students activate their accounts within 3 days of enrollment by completing the Needs Analysis. Next, encourage them to complete either the Welcome Beginners or Welcome to EnGen orientation course within 5 days of enrollment. They will see one or the other on their homepage depending on their proficiency level.
Study 2-3 Hours Every Week
It is important that learners stay consistent and engaged to see progress in their English skills.
Explore the Catalog
Students should complete any auto-assigned courses first then find content in the catalog that aligns with their English learning goals to help them stay motivated and engaged.
Weekly EnGen Emails
Remind students to check their email! They will receive important information by email that will help them stay on track.
Every Sunday they will receive an important email that tells them about their progress and what they need to do next. Make sure they check their email regularly!
Participate in Live Sessions
Students will be invited to live sessions where they will learn to navigate the platform, use the catalog, talk about their goals, and get their questions answered. They can see what is offered via the EnGen Learner Calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, Miami Dade College is pleased to provide the EnGen platform to learners free of charge.
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Teachers can either complete the Official EnGen - MDC Enrollment Roster and return it to manuela@getengen.com for assistance with a bulk enrollment or enroll their own learners individually using the Enrolling Learners in the Admin Portal - Single or Multiple (video).
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To participate in the program one must be an active student or employee at Miami Dade College and be an English language learner. Seats are limited and enrollment will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is important that learners activate their account and stay engaged to maintain their enrollment/license.
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After submitting your EnGen enrollment roster, instructors should check their email for more details. If instructors choose to enroll their own learners individually, these learners will have immediate access to EnGen.
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Learners have access to EnGen for the duration of the term that they are enrolled at Miami Dade College, typically 12-16 weeks. However, many learners have their EnGen access extended before the end of the term, for example, if they intend to re-enroll in the next level of their Miami Dade English course. Check with your MDC instructor to confirm the duration of your course.
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Once they are enrolled, they can download our mobile app by searching “Get EnGen” in their app store or by using this link to access their account on a computer. EnGen Link
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EnGen personalizes an English training program based on proficiency levels, goals and interests. Learners improve their English on EnGen on our mobile app or a computer by doing short, real-world lessons that are relevant to their life and keep them motivated and engaged.
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MDC instructors can contact manuela@getengen.com for any questions. It is important that students do not click the demo request option if they have questions about their EnGen accounts. Students should contact help@getengen.com with any questions or visit EnGen’s FAQs page.
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Yes, the direct link can be found here.
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Yes, learners are able to enroll themselves. We direct MDC professionals in non-instructional roles to share this link with learners who are interested in using EnGen outside of their MDC program.
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