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SUMMARY:Support Staff Pre-conference - TABE Implementation Training (online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation training on Thursday\, November 14\, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This training provides an overview of TABE 11 & 12. 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 users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer TABE multiple choice assessments. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-pre-conference-tabe-implementation-training-111424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/14/24 \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-111424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Support Services Conference 2024 (online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \nJoin the Support Professionals’ Advisory Resource Committee for the annual Support Services Conference to be held virtually on Friday\, November 15\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This conference is designed especially for support staff that work in areas such as student registration and intake\, student testing\, data entry and management\, and any other accountability role. This could also include teachers or managers with multiple roles who also serve as a program’s support staff. \nAgenda:\n9:00-9:45 – Opening Session featuring MN State ABE Staff \n(Note: After registering\, you will receive a Zoom link via email to enter the Opening Session\, during which links for the remaining sessions will be shared.) \n10:00-10:45 – Session 1 (Choose 1) \n\nIntake Data Collection and WIOA Barriers (Brad Hasskamp\, Brandy Logan\, Jenny Schlukebier\, Rachel Stiglitz)\nPANDA Services & Navigating the Website (Wendy Sweeney)\nMinnesota’s Resettlement Landscape (Rachele King)\n\n11:00-11:45 – Session 2 (Choose 1) \n\nUpdates from GED Testing Service (Mellissa Hultstrand)\nCASAS Recertification (Marty Olsen)\nActive Listening: The Secret Sauce for Client Support (Julia Reimer)\n\n12:00-1:00 – Lunch Break \n1:00-1:45 – Session 3 (Choose 1) \n\nTABE Recertification (Linda Keller)\nAdvancing Equity Through Digital Inclusion (Elizabeth Bennett)\nSiD Scavenger Hunt (Jenny Schlukebier and Mary Zimmerli)\n\n2:00-2:45 – Session 4 (Choose 1) \n\nAI in the ABE Office (Susan Wettenkamp-Brandt)\nCASAS eTesting – Getting Started & Tips and Tricks (Jeff Galbavy and Linda Keller)\nConnecting Students to WIOA Resources (pending)\n\nFor more information on this training\, contact Rachel Stiglitz (Rachel.stiglitz@moundsviewschools.org) or Marty Olsen (martha.olsen@gmail.com).
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-2024-online/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Not Charity: Challenging the White Savior Complex in Adult Education - Presented by Kris Klas and Erin Cary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/15/24 \nWhat is “white saviorism” and how does it show up in adult education? During this session\, participants will explore a shared definition of the term “white savior complex.” We will strategize ways to address this concept both in the context of working with adult learners and on a personal level. Through the use of educational anecdotes\, scenarios\, and personal introspection\, participants will consider how perspectives on this topic have evolved in recent years and the impact of white savior complex on our learners.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/solidarity-not-charity-challenging-the-white-savior-complex-in-adult-education-111524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240821T155557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/18/24 \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-111824/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241030T191758Z
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SUMMARY:Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24 \nIn this session\, we will explore the Burlington Readers and strategies on how you might use them with your class. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account. 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-english-lunch-and-learn-readers/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24 \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-111924/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241115T175439Z
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SUMMARY:NOVEMBER TUESDAYS FOR TEACHERS - AI Literacy: Preparing Students for Success in a Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24  \nExplore the critical role of AI literacy in modern education. We enhance digital competency and foster critical thinking by helping students and educators distinguish between AI-generated and human-created content. The session includes interactive activities such as image and text analysis\, creative writing\, and real-world applications of AI. Participants will leave equipped with practical strategies to integrate AI tools responsibly into the classroom\, encouraging innovation\, ethical use\, and continued learning in an AI-driven world.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/november-tuesdays-for-teachers-ai-literacy-preparing-students-for-success-in-a-digital-age/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="GED":MAILTO:help@ged.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241011T165529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T165529Z
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SUMMARY:Fall North Regional Follow-Up
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24 \nJoin your northern Minnesota colleagues for an informal opportunity to share how you’ve applied something you learned at the regional event on October 3-4. Anyone who attended a session related to digital literacy\, online/HyFlex teaching\, or distance learning is invited! Contact Elizabeth (ebennett@literacymn.org) with any questions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/fall-north-regional-follow-up/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240821T155637Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/25/24 \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-112524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240730T160848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T182349Z
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/26/24 (for the final session) \nHow are generative AI tools (like ChatGPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\, MagicSchool\, Khanmigo\, and many others) affecting you\, your colleagues\, and adult learners? Are you using AI all the time\, curious about it\, worried about it\, or just confused? \nWherever you are\, join Nick Houlson\, Jason Brazier\, and Elizabeth Bennett from Literacy Minnesota for an informal AI playgroup! Each Tuesday\, we’ll learn a little about an AI tool\, play around with it\, and explore implications for our practice. Everyone is welcome: teachers\, administrators\, support staff\, and volunteers. \nPlease note the following: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all three sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the day(s) that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge\, preparation\, or homework is necessary! Please just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nWe are not planning to record these sessions\, but we will share a Padlet with resources to explore on your own.\nWe promise that you won’t break anything. This will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240813T161907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T155733Z
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SUMMARY:ACES/TIF Foundations Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Date of each webinar \nGet Acquainted with ACES/TIF! Are you the kind of person who believes that 2’s company and 3’s a party? Are you new to ABE in MN and looking to connect with colleagues in a supportive environment? Maybe you’re not new\, but you’d still enjoy a chance to collaborate\, learn\, and get inspired by other ABE professionals. If this sounds like you\, please join us this fall for a 3-part webinar series in which we will learn about ACES/TIF\, one of the 3 sets of MN ABE Content Standards. This webinar series is geared towards ABE professionals who have enrolled in the ACES Foundations online course in Canvas\, but who haven’t yet completed it. \nTwo ACES/TIF veterans will help you to navigate and process the course content in a short\, defined timeframe with colleagues. We will spend time discussing instructional routines and learning activities that can be used to build ACEs skills at a variety of levels. Even if you have previously completed the course or are still considering registering\, this webinar series is an opportunity to get fresh ideas to use with your students. \nWebinar 1: Tuesday\, November 12\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nWebinar 2: Tuesday\, November 26\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nWebinar 3: Tuesday\, December 10\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu. \n  \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/aces-tif-foundations-webinar-series/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241023T182027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T210310Z
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SUMMARY:Administrator Networking Webinar: Computer-Based Testing
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/3/24 \nDo you want to get started with computer-based testing in your program? Or maybe you’ve started and are running into challenges? Come share your experiences\, challenges and questions about implementing computer-based and remote testing with other program adult education managers. Linda Keller\, ABE Accountability Coordinator at Metro North and state assessment trainer\, will answer questions and share some tips\, tricks and lessons learned. \nIf you are an administrator\, coordinator\, or otherwise hold a leadership role in an MN adult education program\, please plan to attend. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/administrator-networking-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240821T160154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T160154Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/4/24 \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-120424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240801T161226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T161242Z
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SUMMARY:BurlingtonEnglish/Prepare for CASAS STEPS Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/5/24 \nCome join our session to learn about how Burlington English can help prepare your students for the new Prepare for CASAS STEPS assessment. In this session\, we will cover the new Burlington English Reading CASAS STEPS feature and how you can use Burlington Core to help your students achieve skill gains. We will answer any questions you might have!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlingtonenglish-prepare-for-casas-steps-overview-120524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240905T170729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T231415Z
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SUMMARY:One-Room Schoolhouse Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Day of each session \nJoin seasoned one room schoolhouse educators from Project for Pride in Living in Minneapolis and Lakes Area Adult Education in Detroit Lakes for this final Community of Practice meeting on Friday\, Feb 28\, 1:30-2:45pm. Presenters will be sharing their strategies for tracking student goals and progress\, which is always a challenge in this context!  Following the panelists there will be time for open questions and sharing as well. \n\n\nPresenters: Genna Hart & Denise Goldman\, Project for Pride in Living; Staci Landsem & Jen Hellekson\, Lakes Area Adult Education\n  \nRegister for any or all of this year’s meetings! \n\nMeeting 1: Thursday\, December 5\, 2024 – 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\nMeeting 2: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025 – 12:30-1:45 pm – REGISTER\nMeeting 3: Friday\, February 28\, 2025 – 1:30-2:45 pm – REGISTER
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/one-room-schoolhouse-community-of-practice-120524/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241002T230631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T230701Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/10/24 \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-121024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240813T161907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T155733Z
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SUMMARY:ACES/TIF Foundations Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Date of each webinar \nGet Acquainted with ACES/TIF! Are you the kind of person who believes that 2’s company and 3’s a party? Are you new to ABE in MN and looking to connect with colleagues in a supportive environment? Maybe you’re not new\, but you’d still enjoy a chance to collaborate\, learn\, and get inspired by other ABE professionals. If this sounds like you\, please join us this fall for a 3-part webinar series in which we will learn about ACES/TIF\, one of the 3 sets of MN ABE Content Standards. This webinar series is geared towards ABE professionals who have enrolled in the ACES Foundations online course in Canvas\, but who haven’t yet completed it. \nTwo ACES/TIF veterans will help you to navigate and process the course content in a short\, defined timeframe with colleagues. We will spend time discussing instructional routines and learning activities that can be used to build ACEs skills at a variety of levels. Even if you have previously completed the course or are still considering registering\, this webinar series is an opportunity to get fresh ideas to use with your students. \nWebinar 1: Tuesday\, November 12\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nWebinar 2: Tuesday\, November 26\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nWebinar 3: Tuesday\, December 10\, 2024 from 2-3:30 pm (CST) – REGISTER \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu. \n  \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/aces-tif-foundations-webinar-series/2024-12-10/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241024T151521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T151819Z
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SUMMARY:2024 VIRTUAL Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/12/24 \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. This year\, the conference will be virtual\, on Zoom. \nCost: FREE for participants in Minnesota; $20 for participants outside of Minnesota. Registration is not refundable\, but recordings and materials will be available to registrants after the conference. \nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through a keynote presentation and nine concurrent session offerings.\nGet practical resources you can use right away.\nBe inspired by this year’s award winners for Excellence in Volunteer Engagement.\nNetwork and share your professional wisdom with colleagues.\nEarn CEUs.\n\nQuestions? Contact Sophie at sphan@literacymn.org or 651-251-9063. \n\nConference Schedule\n8:30-9 a.m. | Kickoff and awards ceremony \n9:15-10:15 a.m. | Keynote presentation: \nNow What? Emerging Strategies for Leading Volunteers in a Post-Pandemic World\nPolly Roach\, MAVA \n10:30-11:30 a.m. | Concurrent sessions \n11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Lunch break \n12:30-1:30 p.m. | Concurrent sessions \n1:45-2:45 p.m. | Concurrent sessions
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2024-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Racial Equity 201 Presented by Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/16/24 \nPlease note\, it is recommended that you take any basic diversity\, equity and inclusion class or training before you take this session\, but it is not required. \nThis class will define and explore the origins of the white supremacy class and caste systems in the United States and the racial trauma caused as a result of these systems. The session will provide learners with a mental model for understanding and disrupting white supremacy classism and its impact on mental health. Participants will be introduced to mindfulness activities discussed in Resmaa Menakem’s book My Grandmother’s Hands for processing internalized racial embodied reflexes and trauma. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore global caste systems of oppressions.\nDefine and explore the origins of the white supremacy class and caste system in America.\nExamine the origins of internalized racial reflexes and trauma.\nDevelop a mental model for disrupting class systems of oppression.\nPractice mindfulness activities for processing internalized racial embodied reflexes and trauma.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/racial-equity-201-presented-by-jimmie-heags-121624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Strategy Session for Edmentum Program Administrators
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/16/24 \nWe heard your feedback! Edmentum can be really useful\, but it’s…complicated. This strategy session will address housekeeping issues and provide some quick tips to make managing “all the things” on this platform easier. Topics will include: \n\nA brief overview of Courseware and Exact Path – and how to decide which options are best for your context\nProgram names and locations\nAssigning users to the correct location\nNaming conventions for users and classes\nDeactivating unneeded user accounts and class sections\nHelping staff with different roles (teachers\, administrators\, support staff) navigate the platform\nTime for questions and sharing your own pro tips\n\nAfter the meeting on Monday\, you can sign up for a time to meet with our Edmentum representative\, Andrew Kappel\, on Tuesday\, December 17. He can work with you on your program-specific questions or challenges. Multiple staff from your program/site can attend the same meeting; just add all of their email addresses in the Notes field. If that day doesn’t work\, please contact the DL helpdesk to arrange an alternative. \nAdditional information about the meeting: \n\nAny ABE staff member who uses Edmentum\, or is interested\, is welcome to join. Please note\, however\, that this meeting will focus on technical and administrative issues\, rather than instructional issues.\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” containing the meeting link.\nYou should know your Edmentum login credentials prior to the training. You can use the “Forgot password?” option on the login page\, complete the form here under Key Information to request a new account on the statewide license\, or contact the DL helpdesk for further assistance.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk.\n A recording will be available after the training.\n\nAdditional information about Edmentum: \n\nEdmentum is a state-supported distance learning platform\, so there is no additional cost to you or your program!\nThe platform offers a wide variety of content to support reading\, language arts\, math\, science\, social studies\, GED/HiSET preparation\, and career pathways classes.\nEdmentum is recommended for high-intermediate or above ESL learners and ABE learners. Most content is at a middle or high school reading level\, but some elementary content is available.\nThe platform can be used to supplement in-class learning or for standalone distance learning.\n\n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/strategy-session-for-edmentum-program-administrators/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/16/24 \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-121624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Edmentum Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/17/24 \nIf you use Edmentum Courseware or Exact Path\, you can sign up for a time to meet with our Edmentum Customer Success Manager\, Andrew Kappel\, on Tuesday\, December 17. He will work with you on your program-specific questions or challenges. Multiple staff from your consortium/program/site can attend the same meeting; just add all of their email addresses in the Notes field. If this day doesn’t work\, please contact the DL helpdesk to arrange an alternative. \nThese office hours are intended to serve as follow-up support for ABE staff who attended the Edmentum meeting on Monday\, December 16\, but you may still make an appointment if you weren’t able to attend that meeting. \nAdditional information: \n\nThe person who submits the booking request will receive a confirmation email and further details from Andrew Kappel.\nYou should know your Edmentum login credentials prior to your meeting. You can use the “Forgot password?” option on the login page\, complete the form here under Key Information to request a new account on the statewide license\, or contact the DL helpdesk for further assistance.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edmentum-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241213T162118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T162136Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 1/8/25 \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-010825/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20240729T212458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T195653Z
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SUMMARY:Transitions 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 1/13/2025 \nAttend this webinar to hear the basics of what is meant by “Transitions” in adult education. ATLAS will provide an overview of relevant work and professional learning options around adult career pathways\, IET\, transitions to post-secondary entry\, and more! \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/transitions-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 1/13/25 \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-011325/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
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SUMMARY:One-Room Schoolhouse Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Day of each session \nJoin seasoned one room schoolhouse educators from Project for Pride in Living in Minneapolis and Lakes Area Adult Education in Detroit Lakes for this final Community of Practice meeting on Friday\, Feb 28\, 1:30-2:45pm. Presenters will be sharing their strategies for tracking student goals and progress\, which is always a challenge in this context!  Following the panelists there will be time for open questions and sharing as well. \n\n\nPresenters: Genna Hart & Denise Goldman\, Project for Pride in Living; Staci Landsem & Jen Hellekson\, Lakes Area Adult Education\n  \nRegister for any or all of this year’s meetings! \n\nMeeting 1: Thursday\, December 5\, 2024 – 2-3:15 pm – REGISTER\nMeeting 2: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025 – 12:30-1:45 pm – REGISTER\nMeeting 3: Friday\, February 28\, 2025 – 1:30-2:45 pm – REGISTER
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/one-room-schoolhouse-community-of-practice-120524/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20241213T162213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 1/15/25 \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-011525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152629
CREATED:20250109T212829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T212954Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break – Digital Inclusion (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/17/25 \nOn January 17\, the Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series will continue with Elizabeth Bennett helping participants to understand what the word “digital inclusion” means in ABE. Discussion will focus on how access to technology can help learners be more included and empowered in their education\, in their careers\, and in their communities. This coffee break will help participants gain a deeper understanding of digital inclusion\, examine program policies that might support or work against inclusion\, and identify resources to advance digital equity and inclusion for learners. All staff are welcome to attend.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-digital-inclusion-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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