Events

MobyMax Webinar #2: Moby 101 for Teachers

Online

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 platform's adaptive algorithm works. We will also learn how teachers can assign lessons and set up their Moby classroom using customizable settings.

Free

Where Shall We Begin? Planning and Budgeting for the Coming Year

Online

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 and learning around making plans and budgeting strategically for the 2023-2024 school year. Panelists from various programs around the state will share their puzzles and […]

ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting

Online

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, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, January 20 (10-11:15am) Thursday, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, March 31 (10-11:15am) Affinity Group […]

Free

MobyMax Webinar #3: Assignment Workshop

Online

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 by the adaptive algorithm and how teachers can assign their own skills. We will also investigate various tools for direct instruction during synchronous class time, […]

Free

ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting

Online

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, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, January 20 (10-11:15am) Thursday, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, March 31 (10-11:15am) Affinity Group […]

Free

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

Online

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 are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.

Free
Event Series 2023 Language & Literacy Institute

Language & Literacy Institute 2023

Embassy Suites by Hilton - Minneapolis Airport 7901 34th Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United States

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 register early if a room is needed. You can reserve a room only through the ATLAS Registration Form. PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Session Descriptions and Agenda) Note: […]

$35 – $45
Event Series 2023 Language & Literacy Institute

Language & Literacy Institute 2023

Embassy Suites by Hilton - Minneapolis Airport 7901 34th Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United States

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 register early if a room is needed. You can reserve a room only through the ATLAS Registration Form. PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Session Descriptions and Agenda) Note: […]

$35 – $45

WebChat with MN ABE

Online

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 […]

Free

MobyMax Webinar #4: Progress Monitoring

Online

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' […]

Free

TABE Online Review and Technology Discussion

Online

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 […]

Free

Adult Career Pathways / IET Networking Series

Online

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 […]

Free

PELSB Cultural Competency Training – PART 1

Online

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 […]

Free

EBRI Webinar Series – 1 of 6

Online

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 […]

Free

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Xue’s Office Hour

Online

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 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 […]

Free

How Adult Brains Learn Languages

Online

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 practices that we use in the language classroom. Participants will leave the webinar with suggestions for ways teachers and tutors can apply brain-based teaching practices […]

Free

PELSB Cultural Competency Training – PART 2

Online

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 […]

Free

EBRI Webinar Series – 2 of 6

Online

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 […]

Free

Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners

Online

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 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

ABE Best Practice Briefs Webinar

Online

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 Boards to develop three briefs which detail successful practices utilizing: Adult Career Pathways Integrated Education and Training Workplace Literacy These briefs can be helpful tools […]

Free

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Modeling an In-Class Lesson

Online

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 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 […]

Free

ACES Webinars “TIFfy Tuesdays” – Using Instructional Routines to Support ACES/TIF

Online

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 ACES routines that were developed as part of the TIF 2.0 initiative and hear from a teacher who is successfully implementing them in her classroom. […]

Free

EBRI Webinar Series – 3 of 6

Online

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 on Friday from 1:00-2:30pm CST. Participants may choose to attend some or all of the webinars. This 6-part series of webinars will provide the background […]

Free

Understanding and Interrupting Microaggressions

Online

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 […]

Free

Be Rational! Get Real! An Exploration of Number Categories

Online

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, […]

EBRI Webinar Series – 4 of 6

Online

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 […]

Free

Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners

Online

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 […]

Free

Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers

Online

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 […]

Free

Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations, Activities and Resources

Online

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 […]

Free

ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting

Online

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.  […]

Free

ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting

Online

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.  […]

Free

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Exploring the Readers

Online

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 […]

Free

Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap

Online

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 […]

Free

Evaluating CCRS Alignment of Lessons, Units & Resources

Online

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 […]

Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person

Online

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 […]

Free

Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners

Literacy Minnesota - main office 700 Raymond Ave., Ste. 180, Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Free

Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/18/23 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 […]

Free

Adult Career Pathways / IET Networking Series

Online

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 […]

Free

How to Work Effectively with Muslims

Online

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, […]

Free

MCTM 2023 Spring Conference

DECC 350 Harbor Dr., Duluth, MN, United States

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 […]

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Kami 101 Training

Online

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 […]

Free

Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners

Online

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 […]

Free

Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency

Online

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 […]

Free

BASE SEL Courses – Overview, Updates, and Discussion

Online

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 […]

Free

SiD 22-23 End-of-Year Data Cleanup

Online

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 […]

Free

Spring 2023 ABE Virtual Conference

Online

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 […]

Free

TABE Virtual Focus Group

Online

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 […]

Free

WebChat with MN ABE

Online

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 […]

Free

Edmentum Courseware: New User & Refresher Training

Online

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 […]

Free

Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap

Online

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 […]

Free

LINCS DEI Course – MN Cohort Kickoff Webinar

Online

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 […]

Free

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