Registration Deadline: FRI. 8/12/22 ABE Summer Institute is Minnesota’s annual statewide Adult Basic Education conference sponsored by Literacy Action Network. Due to ongoing COVID-19 we have made the decision to hold the conference on a virtual platform. This year’s conference will include: ABE updates from the ABE State Director, 30+ break-out sessions, poster sessions, Movement […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21 NOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20), please watch the recording prior to this meeting. The second part of the training will consist of small group discussions led by ABE teachers that will focus on adapting the practices for adult classrooms to better serve ABE learners […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21 NOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20), please watch the recording prior to this meeting. The second part of the training will consist of small group discussions led by ABE teachers that will focus on adapting the practices for adult classrooms to better serve ABE learners […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21 NOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20), please watch the recording prior to this meeting. The second part of the training will consist of small group discussions led by ABE teachers that will focus on adapting the practices for adult classrooms to better serve ABE learners […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/7/22 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21 NOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20), please watch the recording prior to this meeting. The second part of the training will consist of small group discussions led by ABE teachers that will focus on adapting the practices for adult classrooms to better serve ABE learners […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 9/12/22 This webinar will introduce the ABE field to the four Online Statewide Training Courses that are being piloted this year. Programs can refer adult learners to these courses and count the contact hours. Come and hear the expectations of the learners and the expectations of the referring program for each course. […]
Cohort Description Are you looking to begin an IET in your program? Or do you have an IET already, and want to strengthen or expand it? Consider joining the IET Academy! This professional development cohort from ATLAS is for IELCE grantees and other programs who are actively pursuing IET work. Cohort Activities include: Initial meeting […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/13/22 In this session, we will explore the challenges and advantages of teaching a multi-level classroom, share ideas on how to overcome these challenges, and brainstorm other strategies that we can use in the classroom. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/13/22 While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend this in-person workshop to learn about and try out engaging, interactive activities for English Language Learners in Beginning Literacy and Beginning level classes. Ideas for […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/14/22 In this interactive session we’ll talk about data cleanup and common problem areas. Make plans to run SiD reports and examine your own program data as we go along. We’ll take your questions during the Q & A segment at the end.
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: WED. 9/14/22 Topics: Math & Science Join us as we look at trends in initial feedback from the HiSET Official Practice Tests in Mathematics and Science, share your own impressions and discuss what ways our HSE instruction will remain the same and in what ways it will need to change to accommodate HiSET […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/14/22 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 learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/16/22 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: MON. 9/19/22 Topics: Reading, Writing and Social Studies Join us as we look at trends in initial feedback from the HiSET Official Practice Tests in Language Arts-Reading, Language Arts-Writing and Social Studies, share your own impressions and discuss what ways our HSE instruction will remain the same and in what ways it will […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/20/22 In this session, we will explore the functions of the Prepare for CASAS/Test Prep tool and tie it back to how you can use this into your curriculum to help increase your student’s CASAS scores to make measurable skill gains. We will go over the In-Class lessons targeted for competency topics, […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/21/22 If you need ASL interpretation for this event, please contact Wendy Her at [email protected] by Monday, September 12, 2022. Web Chat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. Web Chat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new and […]
Wednesday, September 21, 2:30–3:30 pm (immediately following WebChat, optional) Presenters: Tom Cytron-Hysom, Consultant/ABE Technology Grant Manager | Susan Wetenkamp-Brandt, Senior Manager – Educational Technology & Digital Literacy at Literacy Minnesota Three years ago, COVID turned the ABE world upside down as we pivoted to online classes overnight. We have time now for managers to take a deep […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/21/22 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: THU. 9/22/22 Hundreds of Karen learners have attended adult education classes in Minnesota, primarily in Saint Paul, Albert Lea and Worthington. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Karen learners. The session will include information on Karen history, culture, life in the […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/23/22 Promotional Flyer - Feel free to download the flyer and forward to your colleagues! If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan @ [email protected]. Dan Meyer, Chief Academic Officer at Desmos, has taught high school math to students who didn’t like high school math. He has advocated for better math […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 9/26/22 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/27/22 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/28/22 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 9/29/22 Many tutors know they should limit their talking time, but struggle to do so. In this webinar, revisit the importance of reducing teacher talking time and learn ways to improve it to maximize learner engagement and comprehension.
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/3/22 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/5/22 Promotional Flyer – Feel free to download the flyer and forward to your colleagues! Join us as we take a moment to refresh on key components of CCRS Foundations! This webinar is for any teacher, coordinator, administrator, or program leader who would like to brush up on their CCRS Foundations knowledge. […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/5/22 Learners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They'll also get several ideas for routines, activities and resources to use in their tutoring sessions.
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. The meeting options are: Thursday, October 6 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, October 7 (10-11:15am) Thursday, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, December 2 (10-11:15am) Thursday, January 19 […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below Please joint us virtually on Friday, October 7, 2022 – 9:00-12:00, for a CASAS Certification Training. This is a basic, introductory training, designed to walk new staff through the CASAS assessment process, from appraisal to post-test. The process of using the test results to inform […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. The meeting options are: Thursday, October 6 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, October 7 (10-11:15am) Thursday, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, December 2 (10-11:15am) Thursday, January 19 […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below Please join us virtually on Friday, October 7, 2022 – 12:30-3:30 pm, for a TABE Implementation Training. This basic, introductory training is designed for new staff and will cover selecting and administering TABE 11&12, interpreting test scores, and measuring student progress. Discussion will focus on […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below CASAS offers multiple choice listening tests that add another perspective of understanding your students. This training will dive into the process of administering the Listening Appraisal, and then move on to pretests. Information about using the test results to inform instruction will be provided. Online […]
Registration Deadline: On the day of each webinar in the series Join us for a three-part, hands-on workshop on Language Arts Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Mathematics. This is a “tools you can use” attendee participation presentation with practical examples and strategies for improving test taker pass rates. Part 1 will focus on Reading Comprehension across the […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/10/22 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 learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/11/22 In this session, we will explore different types of engaging activities which you can try with your students in the classroom. Ranging from community building activities to creative writing activities, and listening activities to speaking activities! You'll be able to take away ideas and add them to your teacher toolbox.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/11/22 Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/12/22 Promotional Flyer – Feel free to download the flyer and forward to your colleagues! Join us as we take a moment to refresh on key components of CCRS Foundations! This webinar is for any teacher, coordinator, administrator, or program leader who would like to brush up on their CCRS Foundations knowledge. […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/13/22 Hundreds of refugees from Afghanistan now call Minnesota home and many have shown up in adult education classrooms around the state. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Afghan learners. The session will include information on Afghan history, culture, language […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/17/22 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/18/22 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or […]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: until day of each webinar Due to the virtual Summer Institute conference this year, we will not be holding the in-person Adult Education (ABE) Foundations Workshop, but the online course is a great option for those new to ABE! It’s a lot of information, and we recognize that having the in-person workshop allows […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/18/22 Teaching word parts (prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/19/22 Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this in-person workshop to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one, remote and in-person instruction with tech and no-tech options. Leave feeling ready to provide your learners with meaningful and effective reading activities.
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22 Katie Janis from Edmentum will provide a training on using Exact Path for diagnostic assessments and individualized Learning Paths in reading, language arts, and math. Exact Path is a relatively new feature that is now available for all Minnesota adult education teachers using the state-supported Edmentum (Plato) account for distance learning.
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/25/22 In this session, we will learn how to use the My Portfolio feature in Core. We will also go over best practices for Writing activities. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: until day of each webinar Due to the virtual Summer Institute conference this year, we will not be holding the in-person Adult Education (ABE) Foundations Workshop, but the online course is a great option for those new to ABE! It’s a lot of information, and we recognize that having the in-person workshop allows […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/26/22 While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend this webinar to learn about and try out engaging, interactive activities for English Language Learners in Beginning Literacy and Beginning level classes. Ideas for in-person, […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/1/22 In this session, we will explore the speech and pronunciation features in Burlington English. We will go over the Speech Trainer, speech in the Vocabulary Practice, and the tutorials. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: until day of each webinar Due to the virtual Summer Institute conference this year, we will not be holding the in-person Adult Education (ABE) Foundations Workshop, but the online course is a great option for those new to ABE! It’s a lot of information, and we recognize that having the in-person workshop allows […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/1/22 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/2/22 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 11/3/22 Local workforce development boards are currently working on redoing their MOUs and IFAs with WIOA required partners. Come learn more about these documents and the role of ABE in this work. Presenters include: Jeanna Fortney, Director of the Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards and Juanita Borton, CareerForce Systems Operations Coordinator at […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 11/3/22 Don't teach a math class? No problem! This session will go over a few numeracy routines that you can use in your classroom no matter what content you teach. Come experience some math-y ways of taking attendance, talking about the weather, and building graphic literacy. These activities will not only address […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/8/22 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 learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/8/22 In this session, we will have an overview of how to use Progress and also go over the reports feature. We will go through helpful tips on how to increase student usage. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/9/22 English pronunciation is a challenge for teachers and learners alike! In order for learners to be able to add the features of English pronunciation to their speaking toolbox, they need explicit instruction so that they can hear and produce the target sounds and rhythms. In this in-person training, learn about techniques […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 11/03/22 Any staff person with a leadership role in a Minnesota Adult Education program is invited to attend this year's in-person Fall Managers' Meeting. Each Minnesota ABE consortium is expected to send at least one representative to this workshop. We cannot provide food or materials if you register after Thursday, November 3. […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 11/10/22 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 Katie Janis from Edmentum will provide training for teachers who are getting started or want to review how to use Edmentum (Plato) Courseware and Exact Path for distance learning.
Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one, remote and in-person instruction with tech and no-tech options. Leave feeling ready to provide your learners with meaningful and effective reading activities.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/15/22 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/15/22 “Both literacy and numeracy are critical skills for adults in order to fully engage in their communities.” This statement is part of the official stance of MN Adult Education. Yet reading and writing often receive faaaaar more attention in the classroom by teachers and students alike! Most adult educators are more […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/11/22 Please joint us virtually for the Support Services Conference on Thursday, November 17 and Friday, November 18, 2022! Thursday, November 17 will feature a CASAS Implementation Training (9:00 to 12:00) and a TABE Implementation Training (12:30 to 3:30). These trainings are intended for all staff who are new to ABE and […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the link below to join on the day of the meeting. Please join us for the fall series of MN Hyflex Community of Practice meetings. All meetings will be held on Google Meet on Thursday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Meetings are November 17 and December 15. Future meetings and professional […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/18/22 Teaching word parts (prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
Registration Deadline: MON. 11/21/22 During the early days of the pandemic, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction open up, many learners have chosen to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to prepare yourself for the basics of online tutoring and […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/22/22 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/22/22 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or […]
Registration Deadlines: on the day of each webinar in the series Join us for a three-part, hands-on workshop on Language Arts Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Mathematics. This is a “tools you can use” attendee participation presentation with practical examples and strategies for improving test taker pass rates. Part 1 will focus on Reading Comprehension across the […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/29/22 Join ATLAS and ABE professionals around Minnesota for the first of three career-cluster networking sessions. Each webinar will have a primary facilitator to guide discussions and networking in specific career clusters that include: Community Interpreter Training (CIT) Education: ParaPro and Child Development Associate (CDA) Information Technology (IT): Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/29/22 Attend this training to learn about the new BASE SEL (social and emotional learning) courses for Minnesota Adult Education. Courses are available for learners as well as for staff and cover a wide variety of topics, including: Mindfulness Motivation Anxiety LGBTQIA issues Digital Citizenship and Safety Suicide Awareness and Prevention These […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. The upcoming meeting options are: Thursday, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, December 2 (10-11:15am) Thursday, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, January 20 (10-11:15am) Thursday, March […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 12/1/22 Did you know that algebraic reasoning starts in CCRS Level A?! Come experience a routine (Always, Sometimes, Never) that creates space for students to reason mathematically and justify their thinking, while “doing algebra”! In this webinar, you will get to participate in rich math conversations and exercise your algebraic reasoning skills. […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 12/1/22 The Volunteer Management Conference (VMC) is a one-day professional development opportunity that brings together Adult Basic Education staff who work with volunteers: coordinators, teachers and managers alike. This year, the conference will be virtual, on Zoom. Some of the topics that will be offered include: Risk Management: Supporting Successful Volunteer Assignments Using […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. The upcoming meeting options are: Thursday, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, December 2 (10-11:15am) Thursday, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, January 20 (10-11:15am) Thursday, March […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 12/7/22 This session will help teachers who were familiar with the ClassicMoby layout to transition to the NewMoby interface. We will also discuss important reports that allow teachers and program staff to track usage (time on task for distance learning proxy hours) and learner progress (standards and skills mastered).
Registration Deadline: THU. 12/8/22 Learn about how you can use CareerOneStop to find education, training, and resources for adult education students! The site is an incredible resource for career exploration and planning, including self-assessments, job-searching tools, and skills matching. You will leave the training with an understanding of the site’s capabilities and how you can […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/9/22 Learning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma and […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 12/14/22 Join presenter Jimmie Heags, Jr., MA, LSC, LPCC, LADC, ACS, for this session that explores how cultural identities and experiences impact student-instructor interactions and shape the […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the link below to join on the day of the meeting. Please join us for the fall series of MN Hyflex Community of Practice meetings. […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/16/22 Universal Design for Learning is an approach that minimizes barriers and maximizes learning for all students. Based on scientific insights into how humans learn, UDL can […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/16/22 What do welcoming spaces in adult education look like? How can we make sure LGBTQIA+ learners, volunteers and professionals feel they belong? In this session, ABE […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/10/23 This session is designed for teachers who are new to using MobyMax as a distance learning platform. It offers a brief overview and discusses how the […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/17/23 Decisions, decisions… It’s that time again; planning for the coming school year is upon us! Join your colleagues and state staff for a time of discussion […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 1/19/23 This session will explore many of the assignment types available to teachers in the MobyMax library. We will discuss where teachers can preview the assignments designated […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 1/25/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/20/23 - REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. NOTE: ATLAS is holding a block of discounted rooms, however, space is limited and based on first come, first served, so […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/20/23 - REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. NOTE: ATLAS is holding a block of discounted rooms, however, space is limited and based on first come, first served, so […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/31/23 ELIGIBILITY: This session has reached capacity for out-of-state (non-Minnesota) attendees. If you are located in Minnesota and wish to attend, please email Kelly at [email protected] for […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 2/1/23 If you need ASL interpretation for this event, please contact Wendy Her at [email protected] by Monday, January 23rd, 2023. Web Chat with MN ABE is a webinar […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 2/1/23 In this session, we will discuss how teachers can review learner progress and results. We will also examine specific reports that allow teachers to track learners' […]
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below Please join us virtually on Thursday, February 2 – 1:00-2:30 pm, for an overview of TABE Online. TABE representatives will […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 2/6/23 While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/7/23 In this session, we will go over tools and resources for how you can lead your own student orientations for your class/program when onboarding new students […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/7/23 Join ATLAS and ABE professionals around Minnesota for the second of three career-cluster networking sessions. Each webinar will have a primary facilitator to guide discussions and […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 2/9/23 You MUST attend and register for BOTH February 10 and February 24 Register for February 24 >> If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/10/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/10/23 What is “white saviorism” and how does it show up in adult education? During this session, participants will explore a shared definition of the term “white […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/14/23 Who it’s for: ABE program managers and coordinators who supervise data entry staff If you’re not working in SiD regularly, it can be hard to know […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/14/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 2/15/23 Learn what research has to say about how adult brains learn a new language, how trauma and stress impact learning, and how this influences the teaching […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 2/16/23 View the FULL SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM with session descriptions Please pass along this PROMOTIONAL FLYER to anyone interested! Access additional Dev Ed/ABE Partnership resources NEW: Access the presenter materials […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 2/16/23 During the early days of the pandemic, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction open up, […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/21/22 Join us for a time of sharing creative approaches to programming challenges! Not only will you hear 5 amazing tips from adult education managers across the […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 2/9/23 You MUST attend and register for BOTH February 10 and February 24 Register for February 10 >> If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan at […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/24/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/24/23 Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 2/27/23 Learn about best practices in the adult ed field in Minnesota and how you can promote ABE programming! MDE worked with the Minnesota Association of Workforce […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/28/23 In this session, we will take a look at a Burlington English lesson plan paired with an In-Class Lesson. Xue will model how to present different […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/28/23 In this webinar, we will look at using routines to support the development of ACES/TIF skills. Participants will have a chance to learn about some new […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/3/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/7/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 3/13/23 This class will expose how institutional racism and stereotypes can lead to microaggressions. The session will provide learners with a framework for understanding, identifying and disrupting […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/14/23 In this session, we will explore the functions of the Prepare for CASAS/Test Prep tool and tie it back to how you can use this into […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/14/2023 brokrek, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons In this webinar, we will be investigating what makes a number fit into a particular category (Counting, Whole, Integer, Rational, Irrational, […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/17/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 3/20/23 Let's spend a bit of time together talking about text complexity! What is it, and why is it important for our students? We'll talk about pre-teaching […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/21/23 Coming in winter and spring 2023, please join us for three webinars that will help MN ABE practitioners become more familiar with the newly updated TIF. […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/24/23 Learning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma and […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/28/23 Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 3/29/23 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. […]
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year's online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 4/3/23 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/4/23 In this session, we will explore the Burlington English Readers and brainstorm different ways to use them in class and outside of class. We will go through ways of introducing the Readers into your class and activities you can do with your students. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 4/6/23 This will be the first of three Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap sessions. Participants can attend any or all of these sessions; there’s no requirement to attend all three. Participants should be prepared to articulate their current and urgent instructional issues and questions, as well as be willing to provide their expertise […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/7/23 While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend this webinar to learn about and try out engaging, interactive activities for English Language Learners in Beginning Literacy and Beginning level classes. Ideas for in-person, […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/11/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/11/23 The CCRS Evaluation and Rating Tool and CCRS High Value Action Tool were designed to help instructors evaluate their own lessons, units and resources for alignment to the standards. Based on feedback from the field, we've: (1) combined these TWO tools into ONE tool (yay!) and (2) revamped Criterion 4 by […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/11/23 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 4/12/23 Learners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They'll also get several ideas for routines, activities and resources to use in their tutoring sessions.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/18/23 This session is open to both admin staff and teacher staff. In this session, we will go over the functions of the Admin Zone where you can manage classes and accounts in your program. We will then transition over to the teacher's functions in the Teacher's Zone. NOTE: Attendees must have […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/18/23 Coming in winter and spring 2023, please join us for three webinars that will help MN ABE practitioners become more familiar with the newly updated TIF. We will look at the new lesson plans and ACES Routines and explore some great resources. These webinars will be an opportunity for ABE teachers […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 4/19/23 Join ATLAS and ABE professionals around Minnesota for the third of three career-cluster networking sessions. Each webinar will have a primary facilitator to guide discussions and networking in specific career clusters that include: Community Interpreter Training (CIT) Education: ParaPro and Child Development Associate (CDA) Information Technology (IT): Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 4/19/23 Join Jaylani Hussein of CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) MN for a proactive diversity training that bridges the gap of misunderstanding and provides resources to employers, attorneys, community leaders and educators. This single diversity training will cover three different sections. 1. First, the presentation will open with a brief introduction on […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 4/13/23 Come learn from engaging presenters and network with teachers from K-12, 2-year colleges, and other ABE programs! Conference Details Date: Friday, April 21 - Saturday, April 22, 2022 Location: DECC in Duluth, MN Cost: $180 for general participants, $100 for Lead Presenters Deadlines: Apply for a scholarship from ATLAS by Thursday, April 13 Register for […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 4/19/23 Are you looking for a way to help students stay engaged while saving time creating lessons ? Kami's accessible annotation tools allows you to upload all your teaching resources (including PDFs, slides, images, and more) and turn them into interactive and engaging learning experiences. Presenter: Avra Robinson is a Teacher Success […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/21/23 Learning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma and chronic stress can come in many forms, and impact people’s ability to learn new skills and process information in a variety of different ways. In […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/25/23 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/25/23 Have you started using the online BASE SEL (social and emotional learning) courses with learners? Or are you not sure how to start, or just interested in learning more? Join us for an introduction/refresher on these resources from BASE Consultant Kathy Hakes-Fastner. There will be time for questions, sharing feedback, and […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 4/27/23 Time is flying by! Mark your calendar for our annual webinar to help you get ready for the state and federal ABE reporting. This session is for admin staff who compile and submit year-end state and federal reports for your consortium. Topics include: Reporting deadlines Clean up and collect student info Clean […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/28/23 If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan at [email protected] Schedule: 9:00am - Welcome and State PD Updates 9:30am - Session 1 (1-hour sessions) These sessions will be recorded a) Financial Literacy for Adult Learners (Presented by Helen Delfeld and Carrie Mann, International Institute of Minnesota) - While many ABE teachers […]
Registration Deadline: None The publisher of TABE is hosting a virtual Focus Group to answer practitioner questions and receive input. All ABE programs, whether users of TABE or CASAS, or […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/3/23 If you need ASL interpretation for this event, please contact Wendy Her at [email protected] by Monday, April 24, 2023. Web Chat with MN ABE is a webinar […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/3/23 Edmentum Courseware is a state-supported distance learning platform (i.e., available at no additional cost) with courses in language arts, math, science, social studies, career and technical […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/4/23 This will be the second of three Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap sessions. Participants can attend any or all of these sessions; there’s no requirement to […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/4/23 Join a cohort of Minnesota adult educators participating in the new LINCS Course – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): From Awareness to Action. This course leads […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/5/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/9/23 In this session, we will explore the speech and pronunciation features in Burlington English. We will go over the Speech Trainer, speech in the Vocabulary Practice, […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/10/23 Exact Path is a feature within Edmentum Courseware that offers diagnostic assessments and individualized learning paths to fill in learners’ skill gaps in math, reading, and […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/10/23 Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/11/23 Learn how to get your students started with EdReady, a state-supported distance learning platform for math and English language arts. EdReady can help adult learners prepare […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 5/15/23 Jessica Horning, citizenship teacher for the Literacy Minnesota Open Door Learning Centers, will share multiple ways to teach and review the content of the citizenship interview […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/16/23 In this session, we will explore the English for Specific Careers tile and the Career Exploration and Soft Skills course. These resources are here to help […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/16/23 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/17/23 Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/18/23 This will be the last of three Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap sessions. Participants can attend any or all of these sessions; there’s no requirement to […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/19/23 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/23/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 5/24/23 Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/2/23 If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan Join Marn Frank this winter and spring for the EBRI Webinar Series! There are 6 webinars, each […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/6/23 Are you ready to complete the Annual Volunteer Report using your data in SiD? Join data gurus Jenny Schlukebier and Mary Zimmerli as they look over […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/9/23 Learn what research has to say about how adult brains learn a new language, how trauma and stress impact learning, and how this influences the teaching […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/13/23 Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap session. Looking for new ideas , excited about a new project or need a little advice with something you are […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/16/23 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/16/23 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 6/19/23 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 6/21/23 During the early days of the pandemic, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction opened up, […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/27/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 6/28/23 Presenter: Jaylani Hussein is currently the executive director of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN). Hussein worked as the Community Liaison Officer at […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 6/29/23 Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/30/23 Join this hands-on session to learn and practice essential Zoom skills for the virtual classroom that may not be in your repertoire if your experience with […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/5/23 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/12/23 If you need ASL interpretation for this event, please contact Wendy Her at [email protected] by Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Web Chat with MN ABE is a […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/12/23 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 […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 7/17/23 Learners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/19/23 Join presenter Jimmie Heags, Jr., MA, LSC, LPCC, LADC, ACS, for this session that exposes how race is defined and how racism impacts individuals and institutions. […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/19/23 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: THU. 7/20/23 Somalis are estimated to be the largest African immigrant group in Minnesota with approximately 75,000-100,000 residing in the state (source: McKnight Foundation). This training covers: Pre- and post-modern history of the Somali people. Culture. Migration to Minnesota. Cultural gaps between the Somali and American communities. Recommendations for outreach to Somali community […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 7/25/23 Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
Registration Deadline: WED. 7/26/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
Registration Deadline: THU. 7/27/23 While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend this webinar to learn about and try out engaging, interactive activities for English Language Learners in Beginning Literacy and Beginning level classes. Ideas for in-person, […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 7/31/23 Are you getting ready to present at Summer Institute? Do you want to learn how to design effective presentations? Are you looking to make your great workshops even greater? Join Literacy Minnesota training director Rob Podlasek as he shares 5 1/2 easy-to-implement tips to keep your presentations rolling and your audience […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 8/4/23 Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one, remote and in-person instruction with tech and no-tech options. Leave feeling ready to provide your learners with meaningful and effective reading activities.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/8/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 8/9/23 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 8/10/23 Register now for a virtual CASAS Implementation Training! Join your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training on Friday, August 11, 2023, 9:00 to 12:00 noon. This training provides an overview of the approved CASAS tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate CASAS test, interpretation of test […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 8/10/23 Register now for a virtual TABE Implementation Training! Join your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation training on Friday, August 11, 2023, 12:30-3:30 pm. This training provides an overview of TABE 11 & 12. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate level test, interpretation of test scores, and […]
Pre-Conference Registration Deadline: FRI. 7/14/23 General Conference Registration Deadline: FRI. 7/14/23 (Early Bird pricing through FRI. 6/30/23) Summer Institute is Minnesota’s annual statewide Adult Basic Education conference sponsored by Literacy Action Network. After three years, we are gathering once again in person from August 15- 18 at the Park Event Center in Waite Park, MN. […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/22/23 In this session, we will take a look at a Burlington English lesson plan paired with an In-Class Lesson. Xue will model how to present different strategies for how to complete the activities and how you might complete them in your classroom. Feel free to come with questions and problems you’ve […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/22/23 What is “white saviorism” and how does it show up in adult education? During this session, participants will explore a shared definition of the term “white savior complex.” We will strategize ways to address this concept both in the context of working with adult learners and on a personal level. Through […]
Registration Deadline: THU. 8/24/23 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/29/23 In this session, we will go over tools and resources for how you can lead your own student orientations for your class/program when onboarding new students to using Burlington English. We will go over important features to focus on and common Q&As. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 8/30/23 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many teachers and tutors lack the knowledge, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/6/23 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/8/23 Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/12/23 In this session, we will go over areas in Burlington English that cover digital literacy to help support your students. We will cover content and resources available to help teach your students the importance of digital literacy and using the internet. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/13/23 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 learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/15/23 During the early days of the pandemic, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction opened up, many learners chose to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to learn and see modeled tips and strategies for teaching and […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/19/23 In this session, we will explore ideas and strategies to enhance your instruction when teaching with In-Class Lessons. We will go over fresh ideas on how to engage your students when completing different activities! NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/19/23 Now that the Classic MobyMax interface has been retired, this session will help teachers and staff transition to the New Moby layout. Learn about the Home, Curriculum, Tools, and Help tabs; running proxy hour reports; managing your roster; customizing your Dashboard; and more tips to make things easier. It will be […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/20/23 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: THU. 9/21/23 Attend this training for an introduction to using Edmentum Courseware as a distance learning platform. The course catalog contains a wide variety of content for teaching reading, language arts, math, science, social studies, GED/HiSET preparation, and career pathways classes. It will be helpful if you know your login credentials prior to […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/26/23 BASE is a state-supported distance learning platform with content supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) and the ACES/TIF standards. Attend this session to learn about using BASE modules with learners who are working asynchronously (outside of class time). We’ll cover creating learner accounts, organizing learners into “rooms,” assigning specific modules (courses), […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/26/23 Learners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They'll also get several ideas for routines, activities and resources to use in their tutoring sessions.
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/27/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/29/23 If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan @ [email protected]. Math Institute 2023 will feature a morning keynote and workshop by Heather Buskirk, Director of Professional Learning for Citizen Math, as well as afternoon concurrent sessions. The overarching theme is helping learners view math as a powerful tool for understanding […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/29/23 This class will expose how institutional racism and stereotypes can lead to microaggressions. The session will provide learners with a framework for understanding, identifying and disrupting microaggressions. Participants will be introduced to the various types of microaggressions and how to use interventions to promote safer and more equitable environments. Learning objectives: […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/2/23 This training will provide an overview of using Exact Path for individualized remediation. This tool, which is a feature within Edmentum Courseware, can help teachers “fill the gaps” that adult learners may have in reading, language arts, and math. It will be helpful if you know your login credentials prior to […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/3/23 Register now for a virtual CASAS Implementation Training! Join your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. This training provides an overview of the approved CASAS tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate CASAS test, interpretation of […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/3/23 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/4/23 Join these three short 30-minute webinars—"WIOA Wednesdays for ABE” series! WIOA Workforce Programs, operated by local workforce development boards, help jobseekers develop education, training, and career goals and provide the support needed to reach those goals! Join three webinars to better understand the program eligibility, services, and supports that your adult […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/4/23 Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/29/23 GUEST ROOM ACCOMMODATIONS: MUST BE REQUESTED BY THU. 9/21/23! Please note the room block is now closed. You will need to secure your own lodging and ATLAS will reimburse you for the negotiated room block rate of $140 plus tax. PROGRAM FLYER COST: $25 for both Thursday and Friday (get Thursday […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/9/23 This will be a repeat of the training offered on September 19. Now that the Classic MobyMax interface has been retired, this session will help teachers and staff transition to the New Moby layout. Learn about the Home, Curriculum, Tools, and Help tabs; running proxy hour reports; managing your roster; customizing […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/9/23 Join us for this interactive session and pick up some ideas that will maximize your impact as a math tutor. This webinar will be appropriate for volunteers assisting a teacher in a math classroom as well as those leading their own classes, small groups or one-to-one sessions. Topics covered will include: […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/10/23 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 learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/11/23 In this interactive session, we’ll talk about data cleanup and answer some of our most popular user questions. Make plans to run SiD reports and examine your own program data as we go along. We’ll take general software-related questions during the Q & A segment at the end.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/11/23 Join these three short 30-minute webinars—"WIOA Wednesdays for ABE” series! WIOA Workforce Programs, operated by local workforce development boards, help jobseekers develop education, training, and career goals and provide the support needed to reach those goals! Join three webinars to better understand the program eligibility, services, and supports that your adult […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/6/23 If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan at [email protected] PROGRAM FLYER COST: $25/person $15 late fee will be incurred for registrations submitted after 10/6/23 PAYMENT: Need to pay for multiple registrations at once? Or need to pay for a registration that was already submitted? By credit card/PayPal: Have your staff mark […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/17/23 In this session, we will explore the Burlington English Readers and brainstorm different ways to use them in class and outside of class. We will go through ways of introducing the Readers into your class and activities you can do with your students. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/17/23 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/18/23 Join these three short 30-minute webinars—"WIOA Wednesdays for ABE” series! WIOA Workforce Programs, operated by local workforce development boards, help jobseekers develop education, training, and career goals and provide the support needed to reach those goals! Join these three webinars to better understand the program eligibility, services, and supports that your […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/18/23 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/24/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/25/23 In this session, we will explore the speech and pronunciation features in Burlington English. We will go over the Speech Trainer, speech in the Vocabulary Practice, and the tutorials. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/25/23 Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many teachers and tutors lack the knowledge, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/27/23 Join this hands-on session to learn and practice essential Zoom skills for the virtual classroom that may not be in your repertoire if your experience with the platform is limited to meetings with friends and colleagues at work. The workshop will cover: Turning off participants’ cameras and microphones. Re-naming participants. Sharing […]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 10/20/23 (registration is now closed) The Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle I is for teachers of low-literate Adult Basic Education ESL students – those learners with little or no first-language literacy. With a special focus on reading development for these learners, teachers explore relevant research and its implications for best practices in […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/30/23 Join Jaylani Hussein of CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) MN for a proactive diversity training that bridges the gap of misunderstanding and provides resources to employers, attorneys, community leaders and educators. This single diversity training will cover three different sections. 1. First, the presentation will open with a brief introduction on […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/31/23 In this session, we will explore the English for Specific Careers tile and the Career Exploration and Soft Skills course. These resources are here to help your students build vocabulary for a career field they are interested in pursuing and also to gain the soft skills needed for working here in […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/31/23 BASE is a state-supported distance learning platform with content supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) and the ACES/TIF standards. Attend this session to learn about using BASE resources for in-class instruction (contact hours). We’ll learn how to use the “instructional” version of each module and where to find related teacher resources. […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/01/23 If you need ASL interpretation for this event, please contact Wendy Her at [email protected] by Monday, October 23, 2023. Web Chat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. Web Chat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new […]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: WED. 11/1/23 Heard about the new English language proficiency test on its way from CASAS that will replace the CASAS Life & Work Series? Wondering what it all means? You’re not alone! This session will help clarify what’s going on with the new assessment, how it’s related to CCRS and the English Language Proficiency […]
No registration necessary: Contact Russ Fraenkel, [email protected], to receive the direct Zoom link. November 2023 dates: November 2 from 2:00-3:15pm November 3 from 10:00-11:15am NOTE: The meetings on November 2 and 3 cover the same topics. Participants have the option to attend either one of the similar sessions. All are welcome to participate in the […]
No registration necessary: Contact Russ Fraenkel, [email protected], to receive the direct Zoom link. November 2023 dates: November 2 from 2:00-3:15pm November 3 from 10:00-11:15am NOTE: The meetings on November 2 and 3 cover the same topics. Participants have the option to attend either one of the similar sessions. All are welcome to participate in the […]
Registration Deadline: MON. 11/6/23 This webinar is hosted by HealthForce Minnesota and presented by Elaine Vandenburgh. A review of the free, asynchronous nursing assistant state exam prep/refresher course will be provided, along with an overview of how students will receive their promo code to test for free.
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/7/23 You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/7/23 Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations, barriers and persistence.
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/8/23 Besides how many minutes learners spend using MobyMax, what else can you learn from all those options under the Tools tab? The answer is…A LOT! We’ll also look at ways to monitor learner progress within specific subject modules under the Curriculum tab. It will be helpful if you know your login […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/8/23 Many tutors know they should limit their talking time, but struggle to do so. In this webinar, revisit the importance of reducing teacher talking time and learn ways to improve it to maximize learner engagement and comprehension.
Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/10/23 Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But how many words should you […]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 10/20/23 (registration is now closed) The Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle I is for teachers of low-literate Adult Basic Education ESL students – those learners with little […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 In this session, we will explore the challenges and advantages of teaching a multi-level classroom, share ideas on how to overcome these challenges, and brainstorm other […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 Join a panel of program administrators from around the state as they share "3 Creative Ideas" for tackling current challenges around staffing, recruitment & engagement. Karen […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 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 […]
Registration Deadline: WED. 11/15/23 Hundreds of Karen learners have attended adult education classes in Minnesota, primarily in Saint Paul, Albert Lea and Worthington. Join this session to gain essential background […]
Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/10/23 PROGRAM: The conference program including session descriptions will be posted by mid-October at https://www.mnabeassessment.com/support-services-conference. NOTE: Links to join the Zoom sessions will be sent out via […]
THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELLED. While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/21/23 Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/28/23 In this session, we will explore how to use the Progress component in Burlington Core and also how to run the different reports available to you. […]
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/28/23 Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring […]
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