Events

  • Completing the Annual Volunteer Report

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 6/4/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Have you recently joined Adult Basic Education? Are you filling out the annual volunteer report for the first time or need […]

    Free
  • Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/6/25 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 […]

    Free
  • Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 6/16/25 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.

    Free
  • MobyMax Site Administrator Training

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 6/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Please attend this training to learn how to assign (and re-assign) learner seats on this state-supported distance learning platform. After July 7, each learner at your site/program will need to have a seat (license) assigned to them in order to access MobyMax content and earn distance […]

    Free
  • Strategies for Trauma-Informed Teaching, Part 2, Presented by Andrea Echelberger

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 6/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Once we understand the effects of trauma and chronic stress, we can respond with effective, supportive strategies. In this section, participants will learn trauma-informed teaching practices designed to create safe, welcoming environments from the moment adult learners walk in the door. These practices can help reduce […]

    Free
  • SiD: Prep for August Submission PY 2024-25

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 6/25/25 Venue: Online (see details below) In this session we'll go over reports that are due to MDE and share tips for making sure your SiD program year data is current and complete. We'll also review how to get started with the new 25-26 program year. Target audience: Staff responsible for compiling […]

    Free
  • Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 6/25/25 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
  • Teaching the Whole Learner: Supporting Mental Health and Neurodiversity in ABE – Presented by Jimmie Heags

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 7/11/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Adult learners bring a range of experiences, learning needs, and emotional challenges. This session helps ABE volunteers and professionals recognize signs of mental health concerns and neurodivergence (like autism or ADHD) without stepping into diagnosis. You'll learn practical, trauma-informed strategies and inclusive teaching tools based on […]

    Free
  • WebChat with MN ABE

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 7/16/25 WebChat 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 emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE staff to ask questions and provide information to the Minnesota Adult […]

    Free
  • Teaching Reading Vocabulary

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 7/21/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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 […]

    Free
  • Ellii Q&A for Instructional Staff

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 7/30/25 Venue: Online (see details below) The Statewide Digital Learning Team will host two Q&A sessions for staff and volunteers interested in using the new, state-supported Ellii account. Please complete the staff training BEFORE attending a Q&A session. These sessions are intended as a follow-up to the training, not a substitute. Participants […]

    Free
  • Ellii Q&A for Support Staff

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 7/31/25 Venue: Online (see details below) The Statewide Digital Learning Team will host two Q&A sessions for staff and volunteers interested in using the new, state-supported Ellii account. Please complete the staff training BEFORE attending a Q&A session. These sessions are intended as a follow-up to the training, not a substitute. Participants […]

    Free
  • Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 8/8/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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 […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 8/11/25 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 learning English and developing literacy as an […]

    Free
  • 2025 Summer Institute (in person)

    Park Event Center - Waite Park 500 Division St, Waite Park

    Registration Deadline: TBD Events Cost: TBD

  • Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 8/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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.

    Free
  • Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 8/21/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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 […]

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

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 8/25/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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.

    Free
  • CASAS Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 8/27/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training for new staff. This training provides an overview of the approved CASAS tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate CASAS test, interpretation of test scores, and measurement of student progress. This training is […]

    Free
  • TABE Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 8/27/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join your state trainers virtually for TABE Implementation for New Staff. This training provides an overview of approved TABE tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate level test, interpretation of test scores, and measurement of student progress. This training is geared toward newer […]

    Free
  • Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 9/4/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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

    Free
  • CCRS Foundations Refresher Webinar

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/9/25 INFORMATIONAL FLYER>> 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. Ask yourself: Do I remember the math shifts and the standards for […]

    Free
  • Administrator Webinar Series (3 part series)

    Administrator Webinar Series (3-part series)

    Online

    Registration Deadline: Day of event Join us for a three-part webinar series for Minnesota Adult Education administrators focused on leadership, program improvement, and state/federal priorities. Whether you're new or experienced, you'll gain practical tools, timely updates, and opportunities to connect with peers across the state. Webinar 1: WED. 9/10/25 - REGISTER The first webinar in […]

    Free
  • Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 9/15/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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
  • TABE Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 9/17/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation for New Staff. This training provides an overview of approved TABE tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate level test, interpretation of test scores, and measurement of student progress. This training is geared toward […]

    Free
  • WebChat with MN ABE

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 9/17/25 Venue: Online (see details below) WebChat 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 emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE staff to ask questions and provide information to […]

    Free
  • Teaching Reading Vocabulary

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 9/24/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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 […]

    Free
  • SiD: Fall Data Cleanup 2025

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 9/25/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join us for this interactive session where you'll learn practical strategies to keep your data clean all year long - so year-end reporting is quick and easy! We'll tackle some of the most common user questions and guide you through running SiD reports using your own […]

    Free
  • Introduction to MobyMax

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/26/25 Venue: Online (see details below) This is a beginner-level training for anyone new to using MobyMax (or anyone who would like a refresher). The training will provide a general overview of the platform and cover essential tasks for teachers and support staff, including managing your student roster and licenses, creating groups […]

    Free
  • Ready, Set, IET!

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/30/25  FLYER  Join us on September 30, 1–4 p.m. for a dynamic afternoon focused on Integrated Education & Training (IET). Whether you’re new to IET or ready to refine your approach, you’ll gain valuable insights from: IET 101 for foundational understanding SSLOs (Single Set of Learning Objectives) deep dive Panel discussion with […]

    Free
  • Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/30/25 Venue: Online (see details below) 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 […]

    Free
  • Digital Learning Institute

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/3/25 Venue: Online (see details below) This FREE professional development event will support adult education staff and volunteers in building awareness and expertise around distance and digital learning. The DL Institute is for everyone - teachers, volunteers, administrators, support staff - and will include sessions for participants at all levels of technical […]

    Free
  • Racial Equity 101 Presented by Jimmie Heags

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 10/6/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join presenter Jimmie Heags, Jr., MA, LSC, LPCC, LADC, ACS, for this session that exposes how race is defined and how […]

    Free
  • Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/10/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. […]

    Free
  • Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 10/15/25 Venue: Online (see details below) You don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their […]

    Free
  • Fall Manager Meeting

    Jimmy's Event Center 3565 Labore Rd, Vadnais Heights, MN, United States

    Registration Deadline: WED. 10/8/25 Venue: Jimmy's Event Center (see details below) The 2025 Fall Manager Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 23 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm. The target audience […]

    Free
  • Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 10/27/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding […]

    Free
  • MobyMax: Focus on Content Standards and Assignments

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/28/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join us for a deep dive into MobyMax content and the CCRS! You’ll learn how to find and assign MobyMax lessons […]

    Free
  • Ellii October Webinar: What Can I Teach with Ellii?

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 10/29/25 Venue: Online (see details below) This session will provide an overview of the rich selection of content available for teachers in the Ellii platform. We’ll show […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 10/29/25 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 […]

    Free
  • Teaching Reading Vocabulary

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 11/3/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But […]

    Free
  • AI Crash Course – Session 1

    Online

    Registration Deadline: On the date of each webinar Venue: Online (see details below) AI Crash Course 2025 November 4, 11, 18 @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm This FREE webinar series is […]

    Free
  • Math Institute 2025 (Virtual Conference)

    Online

    REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 11/7/25 Keynote Talk: Math is Figuroutable! Keynote Speaker: Pamela Weber Harris Pamela Weber Harris is changing the way we view and teach mathematics. She is the author […]

    Free
  • AI Crash Course – Session 2

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) AI Crash Course 2025 November 4, 11, 18 @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm This FREE webinar series is open to all adult […]

    Free
  • Support Services Pre-Conference: CASAS and TABE Training

    Online

    Conference Details & Information Venue: Online (see details below) SPARC, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one […]

    Free
  • Support Services Conference

    Online

    Registration Deadline: WED. 11/12/25 Venue: Online (see details below) SPARC, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one […]

    Free
  • Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/14/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency […]

    Free
  • Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 11/17/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. […]

    Free
  • Ellii November Webinar: Admin & Support Staff Coffee Break

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) If you manage Ellii classes and learner accounts, run Ellii participation reports for DL hours, or otherwise support learners and teachers […]

    Free
  • AI Crash Course – Session 3

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 Venue: Online (see details below) AI Crash Course 2025 November 4, 11, 18 @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm This FREE webinar series is open to all adult […]

    Free
  • Apex & Pointful CTE Courses Q&A Session

    Online

    Registration Deadline: MON. 12/1/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Did you know that there are state-supported online curricula to help learners explore careers and prepare to earn industry-recognized credentials? Learn […]

    Free
  • Chart Your Course with Exact Path!

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 12/4/25 Venue: Online (see details below) Join us for an introduction to Exact Path, a state-supported (no additional cost) distance learning platform for individualized instruction and practice […]

    Free
  • Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy

    Online

    Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/5/25 Venue: Online (see details below) You don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their […]

    Free
  • Getting Started with Workplace Literacy

    Online

    Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/9/25 Getting Started with Workplace Literacy is a two-hour webinar designed to introduce the foundations of Workplace Education, including key terms such as program definitions, milestones, and […]

    Free
  • 2025 Virtual Literacy Volunteer Management Conference

    Online

    Registration Deadline: THU. 12/11/25 Cost: FREE for participants in Minnesota and Wisconsin; $25 for participants outside of Minnesota or Wisconsin. Registration is not refundable, but recordings and materials will be […]

    Free

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