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Upcoming ABE Events
South Spring Regional Event 2026 – Mankato, MN
1900 Premier Dr.
Mankato,, MN 56001 United States
Registration Deadline: MON. 4/20/26 (Hotel reservation deadline through ATLAS has now passed) [*Note: To register, click on orange “Reserve a Spot” button] See full agenda here! FLYER FOR SOUTH REGIONAL 2026 LOCATION: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference… Learn More
1900 Premier Dr.
Mankato,, MN 56001 United States
Integrated Pronunciation Instruction for Increased Intelligibility Presented by Suzanne Gilchrist McCurdy
Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/1/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Effective pronunciation instruction that prioritizes intelligibility can greatly support learners both inside and outside the classroom. Yet, many teachers struggle to identify which pronunciation features to focus on and how to seamlessly integrate them into their lessons. This session… Learn More
Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/5/26 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