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Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 3/4/24 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 […]

Free

Antiracist Praxis Study Circle

Online

Application deadline: FRI. 1/19/24 Many of us have heard the terms antiracist and DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion), but how do we actually implement these large frameworks into our adult […]

Free

Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 3/11/24 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 […]

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Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 3/13/24 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 […]

Free

Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 3/13/24 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 […]

Free

Is it SSLO Goin’? The IET Approval Process De-Mystified!

Online

Registration Deadline: THU. 3/14/24 Single Set of Learning Objectives, also known as SSLOs, are required for an Integrated Education and Training (IET) course approval from the Minnesota Department of Education. […]

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SiD Specialty Classes & Student Tags Webinar

Online

Registration Deadline: THU. 3/21/24 We know you’ve got a handle on creating traditional classrooms in SiD where students are working on reading, writing, ‘rithmetic, and ESL skills. There are also […]

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CASAS STEPS and BurlingtonEnglish Prep Conference

Double Tree by Hilton, Roseville 2450 N Cleveland Ave, Roseville, MN, United States

Registration Deadline: WED. 3/20/24 Come learn about the new CASAS STEPS assessment and the new BurlingtonEnglish CASAS preparation materials. We’ll collaborate together in person, sharing strategies learned from states who […]

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Refining Your Teacher Talk

Online

Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/22/24 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 […]

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Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices Study Circle

Online

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 2/23/24 To do our work well, educators need to be aware of students’ possible experiences stemming from trauma in a myriad of forms, as well as implications for teaching and learning. In this study circle, a lens of trauma-informed instruction is used to deepen our best practices in working with adult learners […]

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Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 3/25/24 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, […]

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Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Prepare for CASAS/Test Prep Tool

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/26/24 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, […]

Free
Event Series HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series

HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series

Online

Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. This past year, we have added a new option to our testing services, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues, online proctoring, scheduling availability, student identifications, accommodation issues, etc.  This series is intended to begin […]

Free

Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 3/27/24 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.

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Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers

Online

Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/29/24 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.

Free

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Xue’s Office Hour

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/2/24 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 […]

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Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/2/24 You don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their digital literacy skills using Northstar Digital Literacy. In the webinar, participants will learn: The features of Northstar Digital Literacy. How to help learners navigate Northstar digital literacy assessments. How to […]

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DevEd-ABE Partner Affinity Group Meeting

Online

No registration necessary: Contact Russ Fraenkel, [email protected], to receive the direct Zoom link. April 2024 dates: April 4 from 2:00-3:15pm April 5 from 10:00-11:15am NOTE: The meetings on April 4 and 5 cover the same topics.  Participants have the option to attend either one of the similar sessions. All are welcome to participate in the […]

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DevEd-ABE Partner Affinity Group Meeting

Online

No registration necessary: Contact Russ Fraenkel, [email protected], to receive the direct Zoom link. April 2024 dates: April 4 from 2:00-3:15pm April 5 from 10:00-11:15am NOTE: The meetings on April 4 and 5 cover the same topics.  Participants have the option to attend either one of the similar sessions. All are welcome to participate in the […]

Free

Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices Study Circle

Online

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 2/23/24 To do our work well, educators need to be aware of students’ possible experiences stemming from trauma in a myriad of forms, as well as implications for teaching and learning. In this study circle, a lens of trauma-informed instruction is used to deepen our best practices in working with adult learners […]

Free

The HiSET Exam Curriculum: Leveraging Existing Skills for Success

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 4/15/24 The HiSET serves as a crucial pathway for individuals seeking to obtain a high school equivalency credential. This session highlights a unique perspective on the HiSET exam curriculum, emphasizing that individuals are often already engaging with its content in their daily lives and in their classrooms. By recognizing and harnessing these […]

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Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 4/15/24 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.

Free

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Looking into CCR & ELPS with Burlington English

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/16/24 In this session, we will learn how to identify CCR and ELP standards addressed in a lesson in Burlington Core and use other instructional resources in Burlington Core to help students develop skills addressed in the CCR and ELP standards.  NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.  

Free

Teaching Reading Vocabulary

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 4/17/24 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 […]

Free

CCRS Support Webinar (3 of 3): CCRS + TIF = A match made in heaven! 

Online

Registration Deadline: THU. 4/18/24 The standards for adult education can be confusing – CCRS, TIF, & Northstar, oh my!  They are all important, of course, and we know students need everything, everything, all at once!  Here’s the truth - the standards all interact, all the time.  Join state leaders on this webinar to discover ways we […]

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Adult Career Pathways Institute

Online

Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/19/24 Join ATLAS for a half day, virtual conference on all things Adult Career Pathway! This year's ACP Institute will feature a welcome from Minnesota ABE Director, Brad Hasskamp. We will introduce Credential Specialists in the areas of Certified Nursing Assistant, Community Interpreter and Food Protection Manager, and explain how to find […]

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Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices Study Circle

Online

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 2/23/24 To do our work well, educators need to be aware of students’ possible experiences stemming from trauma in a myriad of forms, as well as implications for teaching and learning. In this study circle, a lens of trauma-informed instruction is used to deepen our best practices in working with adult learners […]

Free

Administrator Webinar: Leading ABE Programs with a Trauma-Informed Lens

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/23/24 As leaders of ABE programs, coordinators and administrators can do much to create organizations and learning environments that are trauma-informed and healing-centered. In this webinar, join Lucille Rosario, a nationally-known social worker and educator, as she walks us through how leaders can directly impact their programs in ABE! Research has shown […]

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Strategies to Teach to a Multi-Level Classroom

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/23/24 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. 

Free

Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/23/24 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 […]

Free
Event Series HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series

HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series

Online

Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. This past year, we have added a new option to our testing services, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues, online proctoring, scheduling availability, student identifications, accommodation issues, etc.  This series is intended to begin […]

Free

Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 4/24/24 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.

Free

Learning Math Asynchronously: Best Practices, Resources and More

Online

Registration Deadline: THU. 4/25/24 Students have incredibly busy schedules and this can prevent them from attending scheduled classes to meet their needs. In the past, we may have simply offered students access to a distance learning platform. Today we have access to a variety of tools and resources to provide students with a more interactive […]

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CASAS STEPS and Burlington English Prep Virtual Conference

Online

Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/26/24 Come learn about the new CASAS STEPS assessment and the new BurlingtonEnglish CASAS preparation materials. We’ll collaborate together in person, sharing strategies learned from states who have already adopted the new CASAS Steps assessment, gaining confidence with the English Language Proficiency standards, and receive training on the new BurlingtonEnglish CASAS preparation […]

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Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/26/24 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 classes and tutoring sessions.

Free

Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

Online

Registration Deadline: MON. 4/29/24 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 […]

Free

SiD 23-24 End of Year Data Cleanup webinar

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/30/24 It's time once again to tidy up your data in SID! Mark your calendar for our annual webinar that helps you get ready for upcoming state […]

Free

How to Work Effectively with Muslims – Presented by CAIR-MN

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/30/24 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, […]

Free

WebChat with MDE – Annual ABE Grant Application Webinar

Online

Registration Deadline: WED. 5/1/24 NOTE: ASL interpretation has been secured for this webinar. This session will be the annual grant informational webinar for the state and federal Adult Education Grant […]

Free

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