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SUMMARY:Support Services Pre-Conference: CASAS and TABE Training
DESCRIPTION:Conference Details & Information \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nSPARC\, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE\, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one features CASAS and TABE Implementation Training. Day two is a full day of conference sessions. The day will feature ABE update from our state ABE director and other state ABE staff\, followed by concurrent sessions specifically of interest to support staff. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Marty Olsen @ martha.olsen@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-11-13-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Support Services Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/12/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nSPARC\, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE\, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one features CASAS and TABE Implementation Training. Day two is a full day of conference sessions. The day will feature ABE update from our state ABE director and other state ABE staff\, followed by concurrent sessions specifically of interest to support staff. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Marty Olsen @ martha.olsen@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-11-14-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/14/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-111425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/17/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-111725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T110000
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SUMMARY:Ellii November Webinar: Admin & Support Staff Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nIf you manage Ellii classes and learner accounts\, run Ellii participation reports for DL hours\, or otherwise support learners and teachers using Ellii for distance learning\, then this session is for you! We’ll talk about some successes and failures we’ve encountered so far; share some tips\, tricks\, and hacks; and have time for questions\, venting (if needed)\, and troubleshooting. BYOB. \n\nAudience: Coordinators\, managers\, and support staff in programs using the state-supported Ellii plan for distance learning proxy hours\nDo I need an Ellii teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here)\, but not required.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-november-webinar-admin-support-staff-coffee-break/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T160000
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SUMMARY:AI Crash Course - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nAI Crash Course 2025\nNovember 4\, 11\, 18 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nThis FREE webinar series is open to all adult education staff and volunteers. Please register for the series and attend the sessions that work for your schedule. \nSession 1: What is AI? What are effective prompts?\nTUE. 11/4/25 \nA beginner-friendly introduction to working with AI. Learn what AI is\, how to access and navigate AI platforms\, and how to create effective prompts (i.e.\, help the AI “understand” what you want it to do). \nSession 2: AI for Teaching\nTUE. 11/11/25\n \nStart learning how to use MagicSchool AI\, an AI platform developed for teachers. It has tools to support you with many common tasks\, including: \n\nCreating academic texts\, lessons\, worksheets\, and rubrics\nDrafting unit plans and course syllabi\nBrainstorming ideas for choice boards\, differentiation\, and accommodations\nAnd much\, much more!\n\nSession 3: Now what? AI Literacy for EVERYONE\nTUE. 11/18/25 \nDiscuss what AI literacy means and why it matters: for learners\, teachers\, administrators\, and everyone. Consider how we can support appropriate\, responsible\, and ethical use of AI tools. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link to join the sessions.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk at support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com.\nSessions will be recorded and shared on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.\nCEUs will be available.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-crash-course-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T183000
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SUMMARY:I Hear You! Effective Listening Instruction for English Language Learners - Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/20/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nCome learn how explicit listening instruction builds a foundation for literacy skills and fosters independence for language learners. This workshop will identify authentic learning tasks that English learners encounter daily\, try out a variety of listening activities across multiple levels\, and discuss which explicit listening strategies are used for each one. Participants will leave with ideas for listening tasks that can be used in remote or in-person instruction.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/i-hear-you-effective-listening-instruction-for-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20251031T203956Z
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SUMMARY:Apex & Pointful CTE Courses Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/1/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nDid you know that there are state-supported online curricula to help learners explore careers and prepare to earn industry-recognized credentials? Learn more about these Pointful CTE courses and how to access them on the Apex platform. Courses with credential preparation include: \n\nArchitectural Design I: Prepare for the AutoDesk Certified User in AutoCAD exam.\nLEED Green Associate: Learn about the LEED process and sustainable design and construction. Prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam.\nJava SE 8: Learn the basics of programming in Java and prepare for an Oracle Certification exam.\nDrones: Remote Pilot: Begin preparing for the FAA exam to become a Certificated Remote Pilot.\n\nOther Pointful courses include Career Exploration in Healthcare\, Dentistry\, and Finance; three courses related to early childhood and general education; Personal Finance; Entrepreneurship and Small Business; Project Management; Cybersecurity; Construction; and Building Maintenance. View the complete course list here and request a staff account here. \n\nSession audience: Teachers\, coordinators\, managers\, and support staff interested in offering career-focused courses\nDo I need an Apex staff account to attend this session? Not necessarily\, but an account will be helpful. You can request one here.\nHow do I join the session? Register above\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/apex-pointful-cte-courses-qa-session/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T150000
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SUMMARY:Chart Your Course with Exact Path!
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin us for an introduction to Exact Path\, a state-supported (no additional cost) distance learning platform for individualized instruction and practice in reading\, language arts\, and math. You’ll learn how to find Exact Path within the Edmentum platform\, assign diagnostic assessments\, manage individual student Learning Paths\, and use reports to monitor progress and track DL proxy hours. The training will be interactive and will include time for hands-on practice and questions. \n\nSession audience: Teachers\, coordinators\, managers\, and support staff interested in using Exact Path with learners\nDo I need an Edmentum staff account to attend this session? Yes\, an account will be very helpful. You can request one here.\nHow do I join the session? Register above\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/chart-your-course-with-exact-path/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T130000
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/5/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-120525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20250903T013138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T013732Z
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SUMMARY:Holding Space: Healing-Centered Routines and Practices for Classroom Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/8/25 \nFor many learners and teachers\, stress and trauma can seem like insurmountable barriers to developing academic skills. However\, the resilience and empathy that many people in adult education have developed can form a foundation for a learning community grounded in curiosity and compassion. Incorporating healing-centered routines and instructional practices in the classroom can improve academic outcomes for learners\, promote a sense of belonging\, and decrease stress and pressure for learners and teachers alike. In this webinar\, learn how to apply the Sequence of Engagement framework and healing-centered approaches in a classroom setting to build community\, promote personal growth\, and create a safe space for everyone to learn and thrive. \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/holding-space-healing-centered-routines-and-practices-for-classroom-instruction/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20250618T180438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T183636Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Workplace Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/9/25 \nGetting 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 MSGs. \nParticipants will hear from a panel of local ABE managers and workplace literacy partners who will share real-world examples of how programs launch\, grow\, and demonstrate value. Attendees will also get a first look at a set of customizable tools designed to help programs engage effectively with employers. Panelists will describe their own Workplace Education programs and respond to guiding questions that explore what inspired them to get started\, how initial conversations turned into action\, and the strategies that helped “seal the deal.” \nThis session is ideal for anyone looking to understand the essentials and learn from practitioners already doing the work. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/iet-academy-wrap-up/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20250908T203352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T172625Z
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SUMMARY:Ellii December Webinar: Keepin’ It Real: Examples from Your Minnesota Colleagues
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/10/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nIn this session\, we’ll showcase examples of how Minnesota adult education teachers are using Ellii in their classes and for distance learning. Come learn from your peers about the activities and resources that they and their learners have loved. \n\nAudience: Teachers and volunteers who are using or interested in using Ellii\, all levels\nDo I need an Ellii teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here)\, but not required.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-december-webinar-keepin-it-real-examples-from-your-minnesota-colleagues/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20250924T024122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T142632Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Virtual Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/11/25 \nCost: 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 available to registrants after the conference. \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe 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. The conference is virtual\, on Zoom. \nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through a keynote presentation and concurrent session offerings.\nGet practical resources you can use right away.\nNetwork and share your professional wisdom with colleagues.\nEarn CEUs.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2025-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20250823T125703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194936Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/15/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-121525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20251016T194207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T164945Z
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SUMMARY:How Adult Brains Learn Languages - Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-121825/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20251129T230136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164020Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/9/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-010926/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20251112T151940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T172839Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/13/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nParticipants 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-1-overview-of-minnesota-adult-education-and-program-accountability-011326/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184448
CREATED:20251104T182933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T213443Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Future Paraprofessionals: Integrating Content Standards into ABE Instruction
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE: WED. 1/14/26 \nParaprofessionals play a vital role in classrooms\, supporting student learning and fostering inclusive\, effective instruction. This interactive webinar will explore the essential skills needed to succeed as a paraprofessional and how Adult Basic Education programs can help learners build those skills. Using content standards integration as a framework\, we’ll examine key transition\, digital literacy\, math\, and literacy skills critical for paraprofessional success—and share practical strategies for embedding these skills into classroom instruction. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ccrs-support-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251130T002442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T183227Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 1/14/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-011426/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20250826T171931Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota State/ABE Corequisite Affinity Group Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Day of Event (see below) \nDeveloping and advancing effective College and ABE co-req classroom partnerships is the business of ABE and Minnesota State educators working together through periodic Affinity Group (AG) meetings. The Affinity Group’s composition by role includes ABE Educators\, Faculty\, College Deans and Administrators\, anyone with co-req reporting responsibility\, and ABE Regional Directors. The Affinity Group sessions bring together all these practitioners who wish to explore and promote effective partnership models for student success in the co-req environment. All voices are welcome to help shape local and statewide collaboration strategies. \nAdditional information about the Affinity Group >> \nMeeting Dates:\n\n1. Thursday\, October 30\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n2. Friday\, October 31\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER\n3. Thursday\, January 15\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n4. Friday\, January 16\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER\n5. Thursday\, April 9\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n6. Friday\, April 10\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/minnesota-state-abe-corequisite-affinity-group-meetings/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251231T201538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T185324Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - Everything You Need to Know About Social Security Numbers But Didn't Know to Ask!
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/16/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series begins the year 2026 with Jenny Schlukebier (SiD) and Rachel Stiglitz (Ramsey County Correctional Facility) talking about the important aspects of Social Security number collection and explaining why the information is so important to MN ABE. You will gain some insight into how to talk to students about sharing their personal information and have a chance to ask your important questions on the topic. \nFor more information\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-everything-you-need-to-know-about-social-security-numbers-but-didnt-know-to-ask/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20250826T171931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T161608Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota State/ABE Corequisite Affinity Group Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Day of Event (see below) \nDeveloping and advancing effective College and ABE co-req classroom partnerships is the business of ABE and Minnesota State educators working together through periodic Affinity Group (AG) meetings. The Affinity Group’s composition by role includes ABE Educators\, Faculty\, College Deans and Administrators\, anyone with co-req reporting responsibility\, and ABE Regional Directors. The Affinity Group sessions bring together all these practitioners who wish to explore and promote effective partnership models for student success in the co-req environment. All voices are welcome to help shape local and statewide collaboration strategies. \nAdditional information about the Affinity Group >> \nMeeting Dates:\n\n1. Thursday\, October 30\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n2. Friday\, October 31\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER\n3. Thursday\, January 15\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n4. Friday\, January 16\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER\n5. Thursday\, April 9\, 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\n6. Friday\, April 10\, 10-11:15 am – REGISTER
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/minnesota-state-abe-corequisite-affinity-group-meetings/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251112T152701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T172956Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/20/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-012026/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251129T232751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T222746Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 1/21/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-012126/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20260116T220158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T190945Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Online & Hyflex Teaching 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 1/22/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nAre you or your program making a quick pivot to online\, hybrid\, or HyFlex instruction? Join this webinar for some just-in-time guidance and resources to help you get started with (or restart) distance and remote instruction. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions of members of the Statewide Digital Learning Team and connect with other Minnesota adult education practitioners. Volunteers and staff in all roles are welcome. \n\nHow do I join? Register here and answer all of the questions. Then\, look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk (support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com).\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel. (Time spent in breakout room discussions will not be recorded.)
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/emergency-online-hyflex-teaching-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251210T210821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T194343Z
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SUMMARY:SiD Class Setup Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/27/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin us for an in-depth webinar about how to set up classes in SiD. We’ll cover the basics of creating\, duplicating\, and removing classes. We’ll also dig into how to build specialty classes like IET\, Workplace\, and Distance Learning. If you’re new to the process of creating classes or looking for a refresher\, this is the session for you!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/sid-class-setup-essentials/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SiD Support":MAILTO:sidsupport@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251112T153431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T173037Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/27/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-012726/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251031T143827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211450Z
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SUMMARY:Language & Literacy Institute 2026 - VIRTUAL EVENT - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE: THU. 1/29/26  \nIMPORTANT NOTE: You must register for EACH day you plan to attend! \nFLYER (Final Agenda)\nPROGRAM SCHEDULE (Complete Session Descriptions) COMING SOON!\nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu\n\nGENERAL SESSIONS: \nGeneral Session A: Designing for Difference: Scaffolds that Support Adult Learners’ Voice and Choice\, presented by Jayme Adelson-Goldstein  \nSession Description: Adult learners bring a spectrum of goals\, strengths\, and needs into every learning space. With this variability in mind\, we can intentionally design instruction that amplifies learner agency and provides multiple pathways to engage with lesson content. By embedding scaffolds and differentiation strategies into instructional routines\, it’s possible to balance structure with learner autonomy and thrive in the process. In this webshop\, we’ll reflect on the role scaffolds and differentiation play in deepening learners’ understanding of core content and collaborate to use instructional routines (including choice boards) that increase learners’ connection to that content and to each other. \n \nJayme Adelson-Goldstein has over 40 years of experience as an instructional designer\, teacher educator\, and instructional coach. She focuses on refining instructional practices in ways that respect and differentiate for the needs of multilingual learners and the teachers\, tutors\, and instructional leaders who serve them. In her work as Lighthearted Learning\, she provides in-person and virtual professional learning opportunities that emphasize instructional approaches which contextualize\, scaffold\, and customize adult learning while fostering learner agency. She has served as a subject matter expert on federal projects including Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW)\, Teaching the Skills That Matter (TSTM)\, and LINCS ESL Pro\, and is the recipient of the 2025 Ideal Consortium Impact Award for Innovating Digital Education for Adult Learners. Her publications include The Oxford Picture Dictionary\, Step Forward\, and numerous open educational resources for adult instructors. \nGeneral Session B: The Power of Talk: Building Literacy and Career Readiness Through Oral Language \nIn this workshop\, we explore how harnessing and strengthening oral language can act as a springboard for literacy development and career readiness. Using the Teaching & Learning Cycle\, which scaffolds academic and professional writing through deep and critical thinking tasks\, academic discussions\, interactive reading\, and language development\, instructors can connect seamlessly to the CCR Shifts in Complexity/Evidence/Knowledge. Learn how structured academic conversations serve to build and deepen content knowledge; see how using mentor texts can move adult learners to constructing complex texts of their own while supporting ideas with evidence. This workshop will benefit teachers both of English learners as well as learners whose primary language is English. \nBetsy Parrish is Professor in the TESOL Program at Hamline University. She has worked for over 35 years as an English language teacher\, teacher educator\, and consultant in the US\, Bangladesh\, Costa Rica\, France\, India\, Russia\, and Vietnam. She is a frequent presenter at state\, national\, and international conferences on adult education issues\, including academic and career readiness\, innovative PD models\, and learner-centered teaching practices. As co-founder of ATLAS\, Betsy participated in the development of the Minnesota Transitions Integration Framework (TIF). She has been a subject matter expert on several OCTAE-funded projects\, including ESL Pro\, Teaching the Skills that Matter in Adult Education (TSTM) Civics Toolkit\, the LINCS course on Principles and Practices for Meeting Adult EL needs\, and trainings for the English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education. Betsy is the author of Teaching Adult ESL:English Language Learners: A Practical Introduction (Cambridge 2019).
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/language-literacy-institute-2026-virtual-event-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184449
CREATED:20251031T145500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211717Z
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SUMMARY:Language & Literacy Institute 2026 - VIRTUAL EVENT - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 1/30/26  \nIMPORTANT NOTE: You must register for EACH day you plan to attend! \nFLYER (Final Agenda)\nPROGRAM SCHEDULE (Complete Session Descriptions) COMING SOON!\nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu\n\nGENERAL SESSIONS: \nGeneral Session: From Academic Language to the Language of Access: History\, Harm\, and New Possibilities in Adult Education\, presented by Michelle Benegas\, Hamline University \nSession Description: Adult educators across Minnesota work with learners navigating many linguistic worlds — high school equivalency\, college preparation\, workplace expectations\, digital communication\, and more. Yet the term “academic language\,” once proposed as a neutral support for learners\, has increasingly functioned as a racialized hierarchy that privileges certain ways of speaking and writing. \nThis session slows down the history: how scholars such as Cummins and Zwiers framed academic language\, why their models resonated at the time\, and how more recent work — including that of Nelson Flores — challenges us to rethink what we are actually asking learners to do. Using storytelling\, brief video clips\, and interactive breakout reflections\, we will explore the shift toward the language of access: a practical\, justice-oriented approach that asks not “How do we correct learners?” but “How do we equip them with multiple linguistic resources to move through unequal systems?” \nParticipants will leave with concrete strategies\, fresh perspectives\, and a deeper understanding of how language can either reinforce barriers or open doors in adult education settings. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/language-literacy-institute-2026-day-2-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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