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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/16/25 \nParticipants 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-041625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T134500
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SUMMARY:Burlington Boost: Overview of BurlingtonEnglish Prepare for CASAS STEPS Reading In-Class Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 4/17/25 \nIn this session\, we will explore the newly released Prepare for CASAS STEPS Reading In-Class Lessons built for teachers to help students with mastering various CASAS Competencies. We will go over where to navigate to them and also strategies to use them in the classroom. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-boost-overview-of-burlingtonenglish-prepare-for-casas-steps-reading-in-class-lessons-041725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T150000
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SUMMARY:Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/18/25 \nWhile 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\, remote\, one-on-one\, all-class\, as well as low-tech and no-tech options will be covered.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/writing-activities-for-beginning-literacy-and-beginning-english-language-learners-041825/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T150000
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/22/25 \nTeaching 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-042225/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup & Makerspace
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Date of each webinar \nYou’re invited to our playgroup! Join your adult education colleagues and members of Literacy Minnesota’s Digital Learning team for a fun\, informal\, and interactive learning experience. Each month\, we’ll focus on a different application of generative AI to support teachers and volunteers in their work with learners. You’ll get to see lots of examples\, talk about pros and cons\, and have “playtime” to develop resources that you can use in your teaching context right away. Most importantly\, we’ll share our creations with each other and develop a collection of open resources for adult educators. \nInstead of focusing on specific AI tools or platforms\, we’ll look at various “use cases” for AI: \n\nJanuary 28: Teaching Academic Vocabulary\nFebruary 25: Dialogues and Speaking Practice\nMarch 25: AI and Math\nApril 22: AI and the Writing Process\nMay 27: Adapting and Developing Appropriate Texts for Adult Learners\n\nMinnesota practitioners can earn 1.5 CEUs for attending each meeting and additional CEUs for creating\, sharing\, and evaluating teaching resources outside of the meeting time. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all five sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the days that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge or AI expertise is necessary! We’ll help you get started with a free AI tool if needed. Just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nA portion of each session will be recorded.\nTo request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, contact support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com\nThis will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup-makerspace/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T203000
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CREATED:20250306T231519Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/23/25 \nParticipants 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-042325/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - Intake Best Practices (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline: FRI. 4/25/25 \nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series continues with Christine Wytaske and Alec Lunneborg of Metro South\, and Rachel Stiglitz of Metro East\, discussing Intake Best Practices. They will focus on data collection\, including: \n\nWho is eligible for Adult Education\nWhat information we are asking the students to provide and why?\nHow do we collect it?\nHow do we talk about this with the student?\nWhere does student information go in SiD and where to find job aids in SiD?\nDiscussion: Share how your program works with students at enrollment.\n\nAll staff are welcome to attend.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-intake-best-practices-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T203000
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Students' Collectivist Mindset as a Classroom Asset Presented by Cydnee Sanders and Erin Cary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 4/28/25 \nWhen teaching adult learners from many different cultures\, it’s important to understand that our cultures shape the way we process new knowledge and approach learning and problem solving. One example of this is if learners come from more collectivist or individualist cultures. Have you ever noticed some students immediately start working together on an activity\, even when you’ve said to do it alone? Don’t worry\, this isn’t cheating\, these students might be from a culture that deeply values working on tasks collaboratively. Since our education system is primarily set up for more individual learning\, this session will provide several concrete strategies for collaborative learning so that you can tap into all learners’ cultural strengths and joy!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/leveraging-students-collectivist-mindset-as-a-classroom-asset/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T154500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250214T195712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T195712Z
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SUMMARY:Burlington Boost: Overview of BurlingtonEnglish Prepare for CASAS STEPS Reading In-Class Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/29/25 \nIn this session\, we will explore the newly released Prepare for CASAS STEPS Reading In-Class Lessons built for teachers to help students with mastering various CASAS Competencies. We will go over where to navigate to them and also strategies to use them in the classroom. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-boost-overview-of-burlingtonenglish-prepare-for-casas-steps-reading-in-class-lessons-042925/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T174616Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/29/25 \nCome 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 remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-042925/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250326T205937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T210045Z
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SUMMARY:SiD End Of Contact Hours Year Prep
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/30/25\n \nIt’s time once again to tidy up your data in SiD. Join us for a webinar that helps you get ready to turn in your program’s 24-25 Contact Hours year data.  \nTopics include:  \n\nReporting deadlines\nClean up and collect student info\nClean up and collect staff & volunteer info\n Turn in report tables\nYear-end reminders
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/sid-end-of-contact-hours-year-prep-043025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SiD Support":MAILTO:sidsupport@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250306T231553Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/30/25 \nParticipants 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-043025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20240502T220449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T221358Z
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SUMMARY:South ABE Spring 2025 Regional - Mankato\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Registration is CLOSED \nFLYER (with session descriptions and agenda) \nHotel Accommodations: The room block is no longer available. \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/south-abe-spring-2025-regional/
LOCATION:Country Inn & Suites – Mankato\, 1900 Premier Dr.\, Mankato\,\, MN\, 56001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20240821T161513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T163610Z
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SUMMARY:Math Content Webinar: Supporting Successful Mathematicians with ACES Skills
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/5/25 \nJoin us as we explore how purposefully incorporating ACES skills into math classes supports stronger mathematicians. We will hear from two adult education teachers\, Ellen Skogen and Amber Delliger\, as they share targeted routines and strategies for Navigating Systems\, Self- Management and Learning Strategies. \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/math-content-webinar-050525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250214T195815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T195815Z
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SUMMARY:Burlington Boost: Keeping Students Engaged Over Summer Break with BurlingtonEnglish
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/6/25 \nIn this session\, we will brainstorm ways to keep students engaged and working on independent practice over the summer season. Please come prepared with ideas that you do with your students and we will also share ideas from various programs that also use Burlington English. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-boost-keeping-students-engaged-over-summer-break-with-burlingtonenglish/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20240603T180823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T144635Z
UID:10002016-1746622800-1746628200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MNABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/7/25 \nWebChat 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 Ed state team. \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, April 28\, 2025.\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mnabe-050725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250318T171850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T171850Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/13/25 \nVocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut 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 new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-reading-vocabulary-051325/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250306T231906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T231906Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/14/25 \nLearners 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/working-with-literacy-and-beginning-level-english-language-learners-051425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250221T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T183515Z
UID:10002191-1747314000-1747316700@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Burlington Boost: Keeping Students Engaged Over Summer Break with BurlingtonEnglish
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/15/25 \nIn this session\, we will brainstorm ways to keep students engaged and working on independent practice over the summer season. Please come prepared with ideas that you do with your students and we will also share ideas from various programs that also use Burlington English. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-boost-keeping-students-engaged-over-summer-break-with-burlingtonenglish-051525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250428T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T181815Z
UID:10002230-1747389600-1747393200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - TABE 13&14 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/16/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \nJoin us virtually on Friday\, May 16\, 10:00-11:00 am\, for a session focused on TABE 13&14. State assessment trainers Linda Keller of Metro North and Marty Olsen of SW ABE will share the latest TABE 13&14 updates. They will focus on transition and implementation topics including: \n\nTABE 13&14 Administrator Certification webinars\nConverting TABE Online 11&12 to TABE Online 13&14\nOrdering Paper tests\nScoring options for paper tests\nTABE online resources\nCreating records in DRC INSIGHT
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-tabe-1314-updates/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250402T174538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T174538Z
UID:10002220-1747400400-1747407600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:How Adult Brains Learn Languages Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/16/25 \nLearn 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 as we are helping adult ESL students develop their language skills.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/how-adult-brains-learn-languages-051625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250307T191000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T191000Z
UID:10002199-1747679400-1747686600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Refining Your Teacher Talk
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/19/25 \nMany 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/refining-your-teacher-talk-051925/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T154500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250214T195912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T195912Z
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SUMMARY:Burlington Boost: Keeping Students Engaged Over Summer Break with BurlingtonEnglish
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/20/25 \nIn this session\, we will brainstorm ways to keep students engaged and working on independent practice over the summer season. Please come prepared with ideas that you do with your students and we will also share ideas from various programs that also use Burlington English. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-boost-keeping-students-engaged-over-summer-break-with-burlingtonenglish-052025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250318T180056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T180056Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/20/25 \nResearch 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-052025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250331T154442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T154442Z
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SUMMARY:Hmong 101: An Introduction to Hmong History and Culture Presented by Hmong Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/23/25 \nParticipants will be provided a basic introduction to Hmong history and culture. Topics covered will include Hmong population around the world\, Hmong role in the CIA’s secret war in Laos\, Hmong refugee movements to the U.S.\, Hmong American population and demographics (2020 census)\, Hmong American educational status\, Hmong American socioeconomic status\, diversity in the Hmong community\, Hmong clans and their functions\, traditional Hmong religion and shamanism\, Hmong marriages and funerals\, the Hmong language\, and cultural etiquette and communication strategies for service providers who work with Hmong populations.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hmong-101-an-introduction-to-hmong-history-and-culture-052325/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
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SUMMARY:Integrated Pronunciation Instruction for Increased Intelligibility Presented by Suzanne Gilchrist McCurdy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/27/25 \nEffective pronunciation instruction that prioritizes intelligibility can greatly support learners both inside and outside the classroom. Yet\, many teachers struggle to identify which pronunciation features to focus on and how to seamlessly integrate them into their lessons. This session will help participants refine their pronunciation diagnostic skills\, determine key pronunciation features to address\, and explore practical ways to incorporate pronunciation instruction into everyday classroom activities.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/integrated-pronunciation-instruction-for-increased-intelligibility-052725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250110T164923Z
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup & Makerspace
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Date of each webinar \nYou’re invited to our playgroup! Join your adult education colleagues and members of Literacy Minnesota’s Digital Learning team for a fun\, informal\, and interactive learning experience. Each month\, we’ll focus on a different application of generative AI to support teachers and volunteers in their work with learners. You’ll get to see lots of examples\, talk about pros and cons\, and have “playtime” to develop resources that you can use in your teaching context right away. Most importantly\, we’ll share our creations with each other and develop a collection of open resources for adult educators. \nInstead of focusing on specific AI tools or platforms\, we’ll look at various “use cases” for AI: \n\nJanuary 28: Teaching Academic Vocabulary\nFebruary 25: Dialogues and Speaking Practice\nMarch 25: AI and Math\nApril 22: AI and the Writing Process\nMay 27: Adapting and Developing Appropriate Texts for Adult Learners\n\nMinnesota practitioners can earn 1.5 CEUs for attending each meeting and additional CEUs for creating\, sharing\, and evaluating teaching resources outside of the meeting time. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all five sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the days that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge or AI expertise is necessary! We’ll help you get started with a free AI tool if needed. Just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nA portion of each session will be recorded.\nTo request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, contact support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com\nThis will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup-makerspace/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250318T171922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T171922Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/30/25 \nYou 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. \nIn the webinar\, participants will learn: \n\nThe features of Northstar Digital Literacy.\nHow to help learners navigate Northstar digital literacy assessments.\nHow to use the Northstar instructor-led curriculum.\nHow to guide learners through the Northstar Digital Literacy Online Learning Modules.\nAdditional digital literacy resources.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-and-tutoring-with-northstar-digital-literacy-053025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250521T200809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T220143Z
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SUMMARY:Completing the Annual Volunteer Report
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \nHave you recently joined Adult Basic Education? Are you filling out the annual volunteer report for the first time or need a refresher? Literacy Minnesota and SiD are returning for the 4th year to help you navigate completion of your annual volunteer report. It is important for programs to complete this report to gather essential information for the state of Minnesota. We’ll also go over the Volunteer Required Training report. \nTarget audience: MN ABE staff who assist in completing the Annual Volunteer Report
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/completing-the-annual-volunteer-report-060425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142644
CREATED:20250318T173551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T173551Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/6/25 \nCome 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 remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-060625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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