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Upcoming ABE Events
WebChat with MN ABE
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/16/26 Venue: Online (see details below) WebChat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. WebChat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new and emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE… Learn More
Edmentum Courseware Training for Teachers
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/16/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Audience: Teachers and volunteers who are using or interested in using Edmentum, all levels Do I need an Edmentum teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here), but not required. How do… Learn More
Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/16/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Participants develop their personal cultural awareness and learn how expectations around school culture shape how people teach and learn. Guiding principles for effectively delivering instruction to adults are also covered. Finally, participants increase their sensitivity to the challenges of… Learn More