ATLAS ABE

Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations, Activities and Resources
2022-09-27 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/27/22
Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many teachers and tutors lack the knowledge, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave with several ideas for phonics activities and resources to bring back to your teaching and tutoring sessions.
This session will be most useful to tutors and teachers working with beginning literacy, low beginning and high beginning English language learners.

Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
2022-09-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 9/28/22
Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.

Refining Your Teacher Talk
2022-09-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Registration Deadline: THU. 9/29/22
Many tutors know they should limit their talking time, but struggle to do so. In this webinar, revisit the importance of reducing teacher talking time and learn ways to improve it to maximize learner engagement and comprehension.

Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
2022-10-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/3/22
Participants 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.

CCRS Foundations Refresher Webinar
2022-10-05 09:00 - 22:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/5/22

Promotional Flyer – Feel free to download the flyer and forward to your colleagues!

Join us as we take a moment to refresh on key components of CCRS Foundations! This webinar is for any teacher, coordinator, administrator, or program leader who would like to brush up on their CCRS Foundations knowledge.
Ask yourself:
Do I remember the math shifts and the standards for mathematical practice, and the difference between them? Do I remember what the three aspects of Rigor are and why they are important?*
Do I remember how to measure text complexity, both qualitatively and quantitatively? Do I remember the progression of text dependent questions that is outlined by Fisher and Frey?*
We will be refreshing on these topics and more!
* Please note: You will have the option to join an ELA breakout group or a math breakout group. The same content will be offered on both October 5 and October 12. You only need to attend one of these webinars, unless you would like to refresh on both ELA and math CCRS content.
If you require ASL interpretation, please email grutan01@hamline.edu.

Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners
2022-10-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/5/22
Learners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They’ll also get several ideas for routines, activities and resources to use in their tutoring sessions.

ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting
2022-10-06 14:00 - 15:15, 2022-10-07 10:00 - 11:15 | Online
Mark your calendar NOW, for this school year’s online ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group meetings. Attendees are provided two meeting options to discuss the same content, allowing for greater practitioner engagement. The meeting options are:

Thursday, October 6 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, October 7 (10-11:15am)
Thursday, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, December 2 (10-11:15am)
Thursday, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, January 20 (10-11:15am)
Thursday, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday, March 31 (10-11:15am)

Affinity Group meetings are facilitated by Lesley Blicker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblicker/) and Russ Fraenkel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-fraenkel-44456a15/)
Registration
For more information, or to register for Affinity Group meeting participation, contact Russ Fraenkel at rwfraenkel@gmail.com

What is the ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group?
Developing and advancing effective ABE-Dev Ed classroom partnerships is the business of ABE and Minnesota State educators working together through periodic Affinity Group (AG) meetings throughout the 2022-23 academic year. The Affinity Group – attended by ABE and Dev Ed instructors and administrators, as well as system-level administrators – continues to meet in its third academic year to ensure Minn State developmental education students are provided access to educator expertise and resources to help them complete their Dev Ed coursework in the most expeditious fashion possible.
The 75-minute AG virtual meetings provide the opportunity for educators to learn about and discuss partnership best practices. Previous AG engagement has led to:

the development of a Dev Ed/ABE Toolkit (https://atlasabe.org/dev-ed-abe-toolkit/)
many statewide and national presentations
continuation grants from Minn State and ABE
a 2023 work plan that features learning circles
a statewide symposium to occur the morning of February 16, 2023 (stay tuned)!

CASAS Implementation Training
2022-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Online
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below
Please joint us virtually on Friday, October 7, 2022 – 9:00-12:00, for a CASAS Certification Training. This is a basic, introductory training, designed to walk new staff through the CASAS assessment process, from appraisal to post-test. The process of using the test results to inform instruction will be explained. All new Minnesota ABE staff who are involved with testing students or using the results of the tests must participate in a test training.
For more information, you can contact Marty Olsen, martha.olsen@gmail.com. Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below.

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/97397919288
Meeting ID: 973 9791 9288

TABE Implementation Training
2022-10-07 12:30 - 15:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below
Please join us virtually on Friday, October 7, 2022 – 12:30-3:30 pm, for a TABE Implementation Training. This basic, introductory training is designed for new staff and will cover selecting and administering TABE 11&12, interpreting test scores, and measuring student progress. Discussion will focus on best practices for using the TABE Locator, and pre- and post-tests. The latest updates on TABE 11&12 will be shared.
For more information, you can contact Marty Olsen, martha.olsen@gmail.com. Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below.

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/91016193832
Meeting ID: 910 1619 3832

CASAS Listening Test
2022-10-10 02:30 - 15:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below
CASAS offers multiple choice listening tests that add another perspective of understanding your students. This training will dive into the process of administering the Listening Appraisal, and then move on to pretests. Information about using the test results to inform instruction will be provided.
Online via ZOOM

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/96694330895

HiSET Content Overview Series: Reading Comprehension, Writing and Mathematics
2022-10-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
Registration Deadline: On the day of each webinar in the series
Join us for a three-part, hands-on workshop on Language Arts Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Mathematics. This is a “tools you can use” attendee participation presentation with practical examples and strategies for improving test taker pass rates.

Part 1 will focus on Reading Comprehension across the subtests
Part 2 on Writing Fluency
Part 3 is a special look at Mathematics, as well as a review of Educator and Test Taker resources

All parts look at the College and Career (CCR) standards and how they are assessed for the HSE. Using actual test examples coupled with instructional tips and strategies for the Adult Learner (ESL, ABE, and At-Risk students), we review and examine the most challenging and often failed test topics such as linear algebra, reading comprehension, and writing fluency. Participants will have hands-on practice with specific tips and strategies for preparing students to take and pass the HiSET… the first time!
October 10, 2:00-4:00 pm
PART 1 – HiSET Deep Dive Reading/Social Studies/Science

Registration Deadline: MON. 10/10/22
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October 24, 2:00-4:00 pm
PART 2 – HiSET Deep Dive Writing

Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22
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October 31, 2:00-4:00 pm
PART 3 – HiSET Deep Dive Math

Registration Deadline: MON. 10/31/22
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Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
2022-10-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/10/22
Participants 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.

MN Lunch and Learn: A Dozen Types of Engaging Activities for Your Learners!
2022-10-11 12:30 - 13:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/11/22
In this session, we will explore different types of engaging activities which you can try with your students in the classroom. Ranging from community building activities to creative writing activities, and listening activities to speaking activities! You’ll be able to take away ideas and add them to your teacher toolbox.

Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
2022-10-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/11/22
Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills.

CCRS Foundations Refresher Webinar (REPEAT OF 10/5/22 WEBINAR)
2022-10-12 15:00 - 16:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/12/22

Promotional Flyer – Feel free to download the flyer and forward to your colleagues!

Join us as we take a moment to refresh on key components of CCRS Foundations! This webinar is for any teacher, coordinator, administrator, or program leader who would like to brush up on their CCRS Foundations knowledge.
Ask yourself:
Do I remember the math shifts and the standards for mathematical practice, and the difference between them? Do I remember what the three aspects of Rigor are and why they are important?*
Do I remember how to measure text complexity, both qualitatively and quantitatively? Do I remember the progression of text dependent questions that is outlined by Fisher and Frey?*
We will be refreshing on these topics and more!
* Please note: You will have the option to join an ELA breakout group or a math breakout group. The same content will be offered on both October 5 and October 12. You only need to attend one of these webinars, unless you would like to refresh on both ELA and math CCRS content.
If you require ASL interpretation, please email grutan01@hamline.edu.

Afghan History, Culture and Language and the Adult Education Classroom
2022-10-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/13/22
Hundreds of refugees from Afghanistan now call Minnesota home and many have shown up in adult education classrooms around the state. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Afghan learners. The session will include information on Afghan history, culture, language and life in the US. Participants will also reflect on how they can apply this new knowledge to their work with Afghan adult education students.
By the Afghan Cultural Society of Minnesota in collaboration with Literacy Minnesota.

Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
2022-10-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/17/22
Participants 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.

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Xue's Office Hour
2022-10-18 12:30 - 13:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/18/22
You will be able to join Xue’s open office hour to come with any questions or issues that you have. If you need help with a technical issue, Xue will be able to walk you through and train you in how to resolve the issue. If you need teaching tips or strategies, we can brainstorm in this session. If you need training in a specific area of Burlington English, Xue will be able to help you navigate through the features.

Adult Education (ABE) Foundations at a Distance - Webinar Series
2022-10-18 14:00 - 15:30, 2022-10-25 14:00 - 15:30, 2022-11-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: until day of each webinar
Due to the virtual Summer Institute conference this year, we will not be holding the in-person Adult Education (ABE) Foundations Workshop, but the online course is a great option for those new to ABE! It’s a lot of information, and we recognize that having the in-person workshop allows you to ask questions, meet key leaders in the field, and build relationships with other colleagues new to ABE. So to add to the online course experience, we are offering 3 webinars to support your entry into the field:

Tuesday, October 18 – Webinar 1 (registration available through October 18)
Tuesday, October 25 – Webinar 2 (registration available through October 25)
Tuesday, November 1 – Webinar 3 (registration available through November 1)

October 18 is the FIRST webinar in the series. Participants are expected to complete the first two modules of ABE Foundations Online Course prior to the webinar:
Webinar 1:
Introduction to ABE Students
MN Adult Secondary Credentials
Webinar 2:
MN ABE Model & Delivery System
MN ABE Policy & Accountability
Webinar 3:
Introduction to MN Content Standards for ABE
Volunteers
Professional Development Resources

Helping Students Build Word Part Knowledge
2022-10-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/18/22
Teaching word parts (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.

Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
2022-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Literacy Minnesota – main office, 700 Raymond Ave., Ste. 180, Saint Paul, MN, 55114, United States
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/19/22
Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this in-person workshop to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one, remote and in-person instruction with tech and no-tech options. Leave feeling ready to provide your learners with meaningful and effective reading activities.

Edmentum Exact Path Webinar
2022-10-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22
Katie Janis from Edmentum will provide a training on using Exact Path for diagnostic assessments and individualized Learning Paths in reading, language arts, and math. Exact Path is a relatively new feature that is now available for all Minnesota adult education teachers using the state-supported Edmentum (Plato) account for distance learning.

Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
2022-10-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22
Participants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Writing in My Portfolio
2022-10-25 12:30 - 13:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/25/22
In this session, we will learn how to use the My Portfolio feature in Core. We will also go over best practices for Writing activities.
NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
2022-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/26/22
While most in our society take the ability to write for granted, it can be laborious for ESL learners with little experience with this skill. Attend this webinar to learn about and try out engaging, interactive activities for English Language Learners in Beginning Literacy and Beginning level classes. Ideas for in-person, remote, one-on-one, all-class, as well as low-tech and no-tech options will be covered.

Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Pronunciation and Recording
2022-11-01 12:30 - 13:15 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/1/22
In this session, we will explore the speech and pronunciation features in Burlington English. We will go over the Speech Trainer, speech in the Vocabulary Practice, and the tutorials.
NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
2022-11-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/1/22
Participants 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.
