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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/30/21 \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-043021/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210503T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210503T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T170541Z
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SUMMARY:MN Lunch and Learn with BE: Finding & Interpreting Student Progress
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/3/21 \nAs BurnlingtonEnglish continues to update and add new features\, have you noticed that Student Progress has moved? Join us in a casual conversation to see where to find student progress information and hear how other MN teachers are using that info to help their students succeed! \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-lunch-and-learn-with-be-finding-interpreting-student-progress/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/4/21  \nTrauma and chronic stress can come in many forms\, and impact people’s ability to learn new skills and process information in a variety of different ways. In this webinar\, learn how stress and trauma can manifest in the classroom\, and learn about trauma-informed teaching practices that can help to support positive learning behaviors and increase retention and learner comfort.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/trauma-informed-teaching-practices-for-adult-learners-050421/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210504T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T210227Z
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SUMMARY:Math Webinar: Exploring Proportions Conceptually Using Desmos
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/4/21 \nJoin us as we explore conceptual understanding of proportions using a Desmos activity we created using “Three-Act Math.” We will explore how we can develop proportional reasoning and how ratios are part of larger patterns. No prior knowledge of Desmos required! Presented by Rebecca Strom\, Mankato ABE\, and Marcie Vaiphei\, Hubbs Center. \nNOTE: Because you will be doing an actual Desmos activity during the webinar\, please plan on joining the webinar with a laptop\, desktop\, or tablet. A cell phone screen will be too small. Your best choice will be a laptop or desktop computer.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/exploring-proportions-conceptually-using-desmos/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210419T143334Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/5/21 \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-remotely-or-in-person-050521/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210203T152552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T152828Z
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SUMMARY:Web Chat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/5/21 \nWeb Chat with MN ABE is a quarterly webinar discussion hosted by Literacy Action Network and 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 Department of Education. \nFor those unable to participate\, Web Chats are recorded and posted on the Literacy Action Network website.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/web-chat-with-mn-abe-050521/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Action Network":MAILTO:info@literacyactionnetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210113T223343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T202855Z
UID:10001147-1620379800-1620385200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:EBRI Study Circle - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:This series of six meetings\, facilitated by Marn Frank\, ATLAS\, from early February through early May will introduce the foundations of and best practices for evidence-based reading instruction (or EBRI). The content will include: the four reading components and their interrelationships\, diagnostic reading assessment purposes and processes\, explicit instruction for word skills (alphabetics and vocabulary) and text skills (fluency and comprehension)\, and teacher-recommended print or online teaching resources. Along with full meeting attendance\, participants will be expected to complete short pre- and post-meeting tasks. They will earn 12+ CEUs in the area of reading preparation and also have the option of earning one graduate-level credit from Hamline University. If you have not been invited to attend as part of a MN ABE program team\, but are interested\, please email Marn Frank at mfrank06@hamline.edu. \nTo be eligible for 1 Hamline University graduate credit\, you must attend ALL 6 study circle meetings (February 5 and 26; March 19 and 26; April 23; May 7) and complete all assignments.  Otherwise\, attendance of all study circle meetings is encouraged\, but not required. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ebri-study-circle-virtual/2021-05-07/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210310T171426Z
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SUMMARY:Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/10/21 \nThe last year has shown just how vital digital literacy skills are in society. Northstar Digital Literacy provides a wide-range of tools and resources to help learners develop their digital literacy skills. In the webinar\, participants will learn: \n\nThe features of Northstar Digital Literacy\nHow to set up and proctor a Northstar assessment\nHow to access and use the Northstar Proctor Portal\nHow find assessments and learner information\nHow to access the Northstar Online Learning Portal\nWhere to find and how to use the Northstar Curriculum\nWhere to find and how to use Northstar’s External Resources\nHow to use the 1:1 Tutoring Template to guide learners through the External Resources\n\nIf you are not familiar with Northstar Digital Literacy Assessments\, please go to digitalliteracyassessment.org and take the Computer Basics assessment prior to the training.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tutoring-with-northstar-digital-literacy-051021/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210426T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T150758Z
UID:10001215-1620649800-1620652500@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MN Teachers Lunch and Learn with BurlingtonEnglish: Using BE with Advanced ESL Students
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/10/21 \nA lunchtime chat about how to use BE with your advanced-level EL students. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-teachers-lunch-and-learn-with-burlingtonenglish-using-be-with-advanced-esl-students/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20201209T201819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T202018Z
UID:10001125-1620844200-1620849600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:I Hear You! Effective Listening Instruction for English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/12/21  \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-051221/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210401T163222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T163222Z
UID:10001197-1620900000-1620905400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Remote Tutoring 101
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/13/21 \nJoin Literacy Minnesota Adult Basic Education and ESL trainers for a virtual workshop on how to be an effective tutor from a distance! Learn best practices for connecting and communicating one-on-one with adult learners on the phone or online\, get suggestions for correcting errors and checking comprehension in a virtual setting\, and discover language activities that can be done over the phone or on a video call. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/remote-tutoring-101-051321/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210405T202011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T132109Z
UID:10001200-1620914400-1620919800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Integrated Education and Training (IET) 101
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/13/21 \nJoin us to learn more about the basic components of IETs! This webinar will focus on the key components of IETs\, articulate the value of an IET delivery model\, discuss resources to support the development of an IET\, and outline the process for IET approval in Minnesota. We’ll also share some best practices and approaches from your Minnesota IET colleagues\, and you’ll receive useful IET curriculum planning tools and resources. \nThis webinar is for program administrators\, IELCE grant writers and grantees\, RTCs\, and anyone working with career pathways. Join us to explore approaches and strategies for the planning and successful implementation of integrated education and training programs. \nPresented by Heather Turngren\, Minneapolis Adult Education and panel: Mag Patridge and Kali Pelham\, Hillside Adult Education; Lynn Thompson\, International Institute of Minnesota.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/integrated-education-and-training-iet-101/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210211T162945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T162945Z
UID:10001169-1620928800-1620936000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Getting Familiar with Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/13/21 \nAre you tutoring learners on Zoom? Are you using Zoom for the first time or looking to refresh your memory on how to use its common features? If so\, this training will help you become more confident using Zoom on your own and with your learners! \nLiteracy Minnesota recognizes that using new technology can be challenging and confusing\, so we created a concise step-by-step training to address the most useful features of Zoom from the perspective of the host and participant using computers and phones. \nThis introductory training offers brief how-to videos\, step-by-step instructions modeled for learners and hands-on practice activities. This session will cover how to: \n\nNavigate basic in-meeting controls like mute and unmute for audio and video\, view layout and renaming participants\nUse the chat box to communicate and share resources with learners\nPractice sharing presentations like Google Slides and PowerPoint\nOpen the annotation toolbox to write and draw on shared documents\nOpen and manage breakout rooms\nSign up and download Zoom onto your computer or phone\nSchedule meetings and send invitations\nJoin meetings and use the waiting room\nIdentify and resolve common technical issues with your learners
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/getting-familiar-with-zoom-051321/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20201209T201839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T201949Z
UID:10001126-1620986400-1620993600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Topics in ABE Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/14/21  \nWhat do welcoming spaces in adult education look like? How can we make sure LGBTQIA+ learners\, volunteers and professionals feel they belong? In this session\, ABE professionals in the LGBTQIA+ community will invite participants to reflect on and discuss topics of gender and sexuality in ESL/ABE classrooms and instruction. Participants will brainstorm how to include more queer representation in adult education curricula\, program environments and materials. Presenters will provide lesson examples for teaching gender-inclusive language. It is our intention to create a space where participants are welcome but not required to share aspects of their identity or experiences related to the topic.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/lgbtqia-topics-in-abe-spaces-051421/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210426T170752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T171157Z
UID:10001216-1621254600-1621257300@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MN Teachers: Lunch and Learn with BurlingtonEnglish: The English in America Course
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/17/21 \nJoin other MN teachers for a noontime discussion about our English in America course. This is an old favorite which has been updated. Come see how to use this as a stand-alone or supplemental curriculum. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-teachers-lunch-and-learn-with-burlingtonenglish-the-english-in-america-course/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210423T200822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210423T200822Z
UID:10001212-1621332000-1621339200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Getting Familiar with Google Meet
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/18/21 \nAre you tutoring or teaching ABE learners on Meet? Are you using Meet for the first time or looking to refresh your memory using its common features? If so\, this training will help you become more confident using the platform on your own and with your learners! \nLiteracy Minnesota recognizes that using new technology can be challenging and confusing\, so we created a concise step-by-step training to address the most valuable features of Google Meet from both the perspective of a computer and phone. \nThis introductory training offers brief how-to videos\, step-by-step instructions modeled for learners\, and hands-on practice activities. This session will cover how to: \n\nSchedule meetings and send invitations to learners.\nJoin meetings.\nNavigate basic in-meeting controls for audio\, video\, layout\, and background settings.\nSend chat messages.\nShare screens with tips to simultaneously see students.\nCreate and share interactive Jamboards.\nOpen and manage breakout rooms.\nIdentify and resolve common technical issues with your learners.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/getting-familiar-with-google-meet-051821/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210513T141050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T141050Z
UID:10001295-1621341000-1621343700@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MN Teachers: Lunch and Learn: English in America
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/18/21 \nA Walk Through BE’s ‘English in America’ Course: join us as we take a look at the re-vamped EIA course! \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-teachers-lunch-and-learn-english-in-america/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210426T152533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T152533Z
UID:10001213-1621362600-1621366200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Smashing the Model Minority Myth through a Celebration with Minnesota AAPI Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/18/21 \nJoin Literacy Minnesota and special guests for a Zoom celebration of Asian-American and Pacific Islander lives in Minnesota! Come and learn about AAPI representation in education and the arts from Dr. Rose Chu\, Senior Policy Fellow at MNEEP and Professor Emerita at Metro State; politics and policy from State House Representative Samantha Vang; diversity and equity in volunteerism from Wendy Vang Roberts\, Training Manager at MAVA; and local organizing from MK Nguyen from St. Paul Promise Neighborhood. Celebrate the achievements and activism of Minnesota’s AAPI communities\, and connect to resources that the literacy field can use to lift up and support our AAPI teachers\, volunteers and learners.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/smashing-the-model-minority-myth-through-a-celebration-with-minnesota-aapi-leaders-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210216T213959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T172444Z
UID:10001173-1621431000-1621436400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:ACP Career Pathways Webinar #4:  Manufacturing Careers Pathway Networking
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/19/21 \nDo you currently offer or are planning to focus on manufacturing career pathway programming? Come to this networking session to: \n\nShare locations and deliveries of manufacturing instruction across MN ABE to avoid duplication of services and allow for collaboration across regions.\nShare curriculum and materials for manufacturing ACPs to lessen the burden on individual teachers and programs.\nShare ways to complete the practical skills portion of the training including partnerships with current manufacturing instructors and professionals.\nShare about partnerships with employers or college.\n\n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/acp-career-pathways-webinar-4-manufacturing-careers-pathway-networking/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20201209T201857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T201928Z
UID:10001127-1621449000-1621456200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/19/21  \nTrauma and chronic stress can come in many forms\, and impact people’s ability to learn new skills and process information in a variety of different ways. In this webinar\, learn how stress and trauma can manifest in the classroom\, and learn about trauma-informed teaching practices that can help to support positive learning behaviors and increase retention and learner comfort.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/trauma-informed-teaching-practices-for-adult-learners-051921/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210524T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210419T143305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T143305Z
UID:10001210-1621881000-1621886400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/24/21 \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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-052421/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210211T163118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T163118Z
UID:10001170-1621936800-1621944000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Getting Familiar with Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/25/21 \nAre you tutoring learners on Zoom? Are you using Zoom for the first time or looking to refresh your memory on how to use its common features? If so\, this training will help you become more confident using Zoom on your own and with your learners! \nLiteracy Minnesota recognizes that using new technology can be challenging and confusing\, so we created a concise step-by-step training to address the most useful features of Zoom from the perspective of the host and participant using computers and phones. \nThis introductory training offers brief how-to videos\, step-by-step instructions modeled for learners and hands-on practice activities. This session will cover how to: \n\nNavigate basic in-meeting controls like mute and unmute for audio and video\, view layout and renaming participants\nUse the chat box to communicate and share resources with learners\nPractice sharing presentations like Google Slides and PowerPoint\nOpen the annotation toolbox to write and draw on shared documents\nOpen and manage breakout rooms\nSign up and download Zoom onto your computer or phone\nSchedule meetings and send invitations\nJoin meetings and use the waiting room\nIdentify and resolve common technical issues with your learners
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/getting-familiar-with-zoom-052521/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210401T163259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T163626Z
UID:10001198-1621967400-1621972800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Remote Tutoring 101
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/25/21 \nJoin Literacy Minnesota Adult Basic Education and ESL trainers for a virtual workshop on how to be an effective tutor from a distance! Learn best practices for connecting and communicating one-on-one with adult learners on the phone or online\, get suggestions for correcting errors and checking comprehension in a virtual setting\, and discover language activities that can be done over the phone or on a video call. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/remote-tutoring-101-052521/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210510T145411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T145554Z
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SUMMARY:Tips and Strategies for Adult Education Math Tutors
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/26/21 \nJoin Literacy Minnesota math teacher Lindsey Pust and training director Rob Podlasek for this interactive session and pick up some ideas that will maximize your impact as a math tutor. This webinar will be appropriate for volunteers assisting a teacher in a math classroom as well as those leading their own classes\, small groups or one-to-one sessions. Topics covered will include: \n\nLevels of Math Knowing\nProcedural vs Conceptual Understanding\nStrategies for Fostering Independent Learning\nAsking Facilitating Questions\nProductive Struggle
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tips-and-strategies-for-adult-education-math-tutors-052621/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210413T184435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T184435Z
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SUMMARY:TechChat: Using Padlet in the Virtual Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21  \nPadlet is a web-based digital application where students and teachers and collaborate\, share notes\, pictures\, links\, and documents synchronously or asynchronously. It provides an easy and effective way for learners to do group work or work individually. Since it is compatible with a variety of devices\, it makes it an efficient way to keep class notes\, do projects\, and group assignments. \nPlease join ABE teacher Rallou Rice for an overview of Padlet. She will talk about how she has used it in her virtual classroom and lead participants through some activities. Then you’ll have a chance to practice and ask questions. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/techchat-using-padlet-in-the-virtual-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210429T131009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T154010Z
UID:10001217-1622131200-1622136600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Community Trauma in the Classroom (Part 2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21 \nNOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20)\, please watch the recording prior to this meeting. \nThe second part of the training will consist of small group discussions led by ABE teachers that will focus on adapting the practices for adult classrooms to better serve ABE learners of all backgrounds and levels. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/responding-to-community-trauma-in-the-classroom-part-2-of-2/2021-05-27/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210524T192752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T192752Z
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SUMMARY:MN Lunch & Learn with Burlington English: Prepare for CASAS Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline: TUE. 6/1/21 \nTeachers: learn how to use the Prepare for CASAS tools in Burlington English to remediate\, enhance your curriculum and re-teach tough topics with the In-Class Lessons and the Student Lessons. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-lunch-learn-with-burlington-english-prepare-for-casas-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210512T195120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T195120Z
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SUMMARY:Remote Tutoring 101
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/1/21 \nJoin Literacy Minnesota Adult Basic Education and ESL trainers for a virtual workshop on how to be an effective tutor from a distance! Learn best practices for connecting and communicating one-on-one with adult learners on the phone or online\, get suggestions for correcting errors and checking comprehension in a virtual setting\, and discover language activities that can be done over the phone or on a video call. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/remote-tutoring-101-060121/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210419T143008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T134851Z
UID:10001207-1622570400-1622577600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Getting Familiar with Google Meet
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nAre you tutoring or teaching ABE learners on Meet? Are you using Meet for the first time or looking to refresh your memory using its common features? If so\, this training will help you become more confident using the platform on your own and with your learners! \nLiteracy Minnesota recognizes that using new technology can be challenging and confusing\, so we created a concise step-by-step training to address the most valuable features of Google Meet from both the perspective of a computer and phone. \nThis introductory training offers brief how-to videos\, step-by-step instructions modeled for learners\, and hands-on practice activities. This session will cover how to: \n\nSchedule meetings and send invitations to learners.\nJoin meetings.\nNavigate basic in-meeting controls for audio\, video\, layout\, and background settings.\nSend chat messages.\nShare screens with tips to simultaneously see students.\nCreate and share interactive Jamboards.\nOpen and manage breakout rooms.\nIdentify and resolve common technical issues with your learners.\n\nPlease note that you will be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the presentation and use your audio. Please contact Andy Francis at afrancis@literacymn.org with any questions about the training.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/getting-familiar-with-google-meet-060121/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154128
CREATED:20210524T110824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T194429Z
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SUMMARY:Coming Together\, Moving Through: Mental Health & Suicide Resources for ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/2/21 \nAs we all mourn the loss of Todd Wagner\, former State Director for Adult Basic Education\, there is much to process and grieve. Join us to acknowledge all that we’re carrying right now\, and to learn more about resources available to support yourself and each other. Wendy Sweeney (PANDA) and the MDE team will be on hand during this webinar to help us do what we already do so well in ABE: come together\, teach & learn\, and lift each other up. Our hearts are heavy\, but we are stronger together. Join us.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/coming-together-moving-through-mental-health-suicide-resources-for-abe/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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