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SUMMARY:ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 upcoming meeting options are: \n\nThursday\, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, January 20 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, March 31 (10-11:15am)\n\nAffinity Group meetings are facilitated by Lesley Blicker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblicker/) and Russ Fraenkel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-fraenkel-44456a15/) \nRegistration\nFor more information\, or to register for Affinity Group meeting participation\, contact Russ Fraenkel at rwfraenkel@gmail.com \n\nWhat is the ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group?\nDeveloping 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. \nThe 75-minute AG virtual meetings provide the opportunity for educators to learn about and discuss partnership best practices.  Previous AG engagement has led to: \n\nthe development of a Dev Ed/ABE Toolkit (https://atlasabe.org/dev-ed-abe-toolkit/)\nmany statewide and national presentations\ncontinuation grants from Minn State and ABE\na 2023 work plan that features learning circles\na statewide symposium to occur the morning of February 16\, 2023 (stay tuned)!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/abe-dev-ed-affinity-group-meeting-012023/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
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SUMMARY:MobyMax Webinar #3: Assignment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 1/19/23 \nThis session will explore many of the assignment types available to teachers in the MobyMax library. We will discuss where teachers can preview the assignments designated by the adaptive algorithm and how teachers can assign their own skills. We will also investigate various tools for direct instruction during synchronous class time\, including Whiteboard Activities\, Interactive Lessons\, and Quick Questions. Finally\, we will discuss one assessment (Skill Checker) that allows teachers to check for understanding about specific skills and remediate them easily.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mobymax-webinar-3-assignment-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20220823T171146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T171747Z
UID:10001615-1674136800-1674141300@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 upcoming meeting options are: \n\nThursday\, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, January 20 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, March 31 (10-11:15am)\n\nAffinity Group meetings are facilitated by Lesley Blicker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblicker/) and Russ Fraenkel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-fraenkel-44456a15/) \nRegistration\nFor more information\, or to register for Affinity Group meeting participation\, contact Russ Fraenkel at rwfraenkel@gmail.com \n\nWhat is the ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group?\nDeveloping 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. \nThe 75-minute AG virtual meetings provide the opportunity for educators to learn about and discuss partnership best practices.  Previous AG engagement has led to: \n\nthe development of a Dev Ed/ABE Toolkit (https://atlasabe.org/dev-ed-abe-toolkit/)\nmany statewide and national presentations\ncontinuation grants from Minn State and ABE\na 2023 work plan that features learning circles\na statewide symposium to occur the morning of February 16\, 2023 (stay tuned)!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/abe-dev-ed-affinity-group-meeting-011923/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20221019T145920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T170256Z
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SUMMARY:Where Shall We Begin? Planning and Budgeting for the Coming Year
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/17/23 \nDecisions\, decisions… It’s that time again; planning for the coming school year is upon us! Join your colleagues and state staff for a time of discussion and learning around making plans and budgeting strategically for the 2023-2024 school year. Panelists from various programs around the state will share their puzzles and strategies\, with ample time for conversation. \nAttendees: Please review these slides from the November 2022 Fall Manager Meeting prior to this webinar\, in order to be well-prepared for our budgeting discussion.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/administrator-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20221128T213643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T213654Z
UID:10001668-1673364600-1673368200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MobyMax Webinar #2: Moby 101 for Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/10/23 \nThis session is designed for teachers who are new to using MobyMax as a distance learning platform. It offers a brief overview and discusses how the platform’s adaptive algorithm works. We will also learn how teachers can assign lessons and set up their Moby classroom using customizable settings.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mobymax-webinar-2-moby-101-for-teachers/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20221017T184144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T184144Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Topics in ABE Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/16/22 \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-121622/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221217
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20221115T220609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T192541Z
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SUMMARY:Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Recorded Webinar Training – DEADLINE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/16/22 \nUniversal Design for Learning is an approach that minimizes barriers and maximizes learning for all students. Based on scientific insights into how humans learn\, UDL can help refine why you teach\, what you teach and how you teach. \nTraining details: \n\nRecorded UDL Webinar\nAccess to the recording will be available throughout the month of January. Take it at your own pace\, at your convenience!  Viewing the webinar and stopping to do some recommended activities should take approximately one to two hours.\nClassroom Implementation Assignment\nThe assignment enriches the training and involves implementing UDL principles into your teaching practice and classroom. A short reflection paper about your experience is required. The assignment is due in February.\nFollow-up Live Webinar\nParticipate in a one-hour live webinar to share what you learned with other UDL participants. The live webinar occurs in March.\nUpon Successful Completion \nSixteen CEUs intended to address the re-licensure area of Positive behavior interventions and accommodating\, modifying\, and adapting curriculum\, materials and strategies will be awarded upon completion.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/universal-design-for-learning-udl-recorded-webinar-training-deadline-2022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="PANDA - Minnesota ABE Physical And Nonapparent Disability Assistance":MAILTO:panda@rdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20221107T175159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T181610Z
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SUMMARY:MN Hyflex Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the link below to join on the day of the meeting. \nPlease join us for the fall series of MN Hyflex Community of Practice meetings. All meetings will be held on Google Meet on Thursday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Meetings are November 17 and December 15. Future meetings and professional development TBD. No hyflex experience necessary and no need to RSVP\,  but please do let me know if you would like to put something on the agenda! \n\nJOIN MEETING: https://meet.google.com/quk-iiwu-tmp
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-hyflex-community-of-practice-meeting/2022-12-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20220826T202227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T211156Z
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SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Practices for Diverse Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/14/22 \nJoin presenter Jimmie Heags\, Jr.\, MA\, LSC\, LPCC\, LADC\, ACS\, for this session that explores how cultural identities and experiences impact student-instructor interactions and shape the way we make meaning of the world. Participants will gain awareness of their own cultural perspectives\, social location and the need for cultural humility in Adult Basic Education with the goal of enhancing the outcomes of adult learners and educators’ own professional development. Learning will be acquired through the explanation of concepts\, anecdotes and stories\, videos and participant reflection.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/culturally-responsive-practices-for-diverse-adult-learners-121422/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131039
CREATED:20220826T151555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T151555Z
UID:10001623-1670590800-1670598000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/9/22 \nLearning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people\, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma 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 adult education classroom\, and learn about healing-centered 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-120922/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221116T193843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T193843Z
UID:10001664-1670497200-1670500800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:CareerOneStop – A Tool for ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/8/22 \nLearn about how you can use CareerOneStop to find education\, training\, and resources for adult education students! The site is an incredible resource for career exploration and planning\, including self-assessments\, job-searching tools\, and skills matching. You will leave the training with an understanding of the site’s capabilities and how you can use it as an effective resource for your students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/careeronestop-a-tool-for-abe/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards":MAILTO:cduin@mncounties.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221128T213547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T191337Z
UID:10001667-1670427000-1670430600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MobyMax Webinar #1: NewMoby/OldMoby Transition & Reports Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/7/22 \nThis session will help teachers who were familiar with the ClassicMoby layout to transition to the NewMoby interface. We will also discuss important reports that allow teachers and program staff to track usage (time on task for distance learning proxy hours) and learner progress (standards and skills mastered).
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mobymax-webinar-1-newmoby-oldmoby-transition-reports-overview/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220823T170848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T171725Z
UID:10001614-1669975200-1669979700@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 upcoming meeting options are: \n\nThursday\, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, December 2 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, January 20 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, March 31 (10-11:15am)\n\nAffinity Group meetings are facilitated by Lesley Blicker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblicker/) and Russ Fraenkel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-fraenkel-44456a15/) \nRegistration\nFor more information\, or to register for Affinity Group meeting participation\, contact Russ Fraenkel at rwfraenkel@gmail.com \n\nWhat is the ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group?\nDeveloping 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. \nThe 75-minute AG virtual meetings provide the opportunity for educators to learn about and discuss partnership best practices.  Previous AG engagement has led to: \n\nthe development of a Dev Ed/ABE Toolkit (https://atlasabe.org/dev-ed-abe-toolkit/)\nmany statewide and national presentations\ncontinuation grants from Minn State and ABE\na 2023 work plan that features learning circles\na statewide symposium to occur the morning of February 16\, 2023 (stay tuned)!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/abe-dev-ed-affinity-group-meeting-120222/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221031T204114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T165650Z
UID:10001658-1669969800-1669992300@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management Conference (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/1/22  \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. \nSome of the topics that will be offered include: \n\nRisk Management: Supporting Successful Volunteer Assignments\nUsing Volunteers in Remote Instruction\nWhat’s New (and not-so-new) in Volunteer Training\nVolunteerism vs. Saviorism\nMental Wellness! It Matters! Mental Health Tips for Self-care & in the Classroom\nUsing English Unlocked with Volunteers
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-management-conference-2022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220919T135842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T175338Z
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SUMMARY:Algebra?! Not ALGEBRA! Let’s Make Sense of Math-y Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/1/22 \nDid you know that algebraic reasoning starts in CCRS Level A?! Come experience a routine (Always\, Sometimes\, Never) that creates space for students to reason mathematically and justify their thinking\, while “doing algebra”! In this webinar\, you will get to participate in rich math conversations and exercise your algebraic reasoning skills. You will walk away with ideas for incorporating algebraic reasoning into your lessons/units with students at various CCRS levels. (Not very comfortable with algebra? No problem!)
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/math-content-webinar-120122/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220823T170343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T171715Z
UID:10001613-1669903200-1669907700@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 upcoming meeting options are: \n\nThursday\, December 1 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, December 2 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, January 19 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, January 20 (10-11:15am)\nThursday\, March 30 (2-3:15pm) or Friday\, March 31 (10-11:15am)\n\nAffinity Group meetings are facilitated by Lesley Blicker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblicker/) and Russ Fraenkel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-fraenkel-44456a15/) \nRegistration\nFor more information\, or to register for Affinity Group meeting participation\, contact Russ Fraenkel at rwfraenkel@gmail.com \n\nWhat is the ABE-Dev Ed Affinity Group?\nDeveloping 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. \nThe 75-minute AG virtual meetings provide the opportunity for educators to learn about and discuss partnership best practices.  Previous AG engagement has led to: \n\nthe development of a Dev Ed/ABE Toolkit (https://atlasabe.org/dev-ed-abe-toolkit/)\nmany statewide and national presentations\ncontinuation grants from Minn State and ABE\na 2023 work plan that features learning circles\na statewide symposium to occur the morning of February 16\, 2023 (stay tuned)!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/abe-dev-ed-affinity-group-meeting-120122/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221028T150631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T150631Z
UID:10001656-1669732200-1669737600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:BASE SEL Courses Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/29/22 \nAttend this training to learn about the new BASE SEL (social and emotional learning) courses for Minnesota Adult Education. Courses are available for learners as well as for staff and cover a wide variety of topics\, including: \n\nMindfulness\nMotivation\nAnxiety\nLGBTQIA issues\nDigital Citizenship and Safety\nSuicide Awareness and Prevention\n\nThese online courses are available at no additional charge for all Minnesota Adult Education teachers using the state-supported Edmentum distance learning account. \nSee an informational flyer about BASE Education here.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/base-sel-courses-overview/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221027T161859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T180103Z
UID:10001652-1669726800-1669732200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Adult Career Pathways / IET Networking Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/29/22 \nJoin ATLAS and ABE professionals around Minnesota for the first of three career-cluster networking sessions. Each webinar will have a primary facilitator to guide discussions and networking in specific career clusters that include: \n\nCommunity Interpreter Training (CIT)\nEducation: ParaPro and Child Development Associate (CDA)\nInformation Technology (IT): Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)\nFood Service: Certified Food Manager Certification (CFPM) and Food Handler\nEntrepreneurship: small business\nHealthcare: certified nursing assistant (CNA)\, personal care attendant (PCA)\, and home health aid\n\nThe networking series will be a success with YOU in the discussion! Join us for the series to learn and explore ways to strengthen these career pathways for your students. As makes sense\, we’ll delve specifically into IET (Integrated Education and Training) programming with colleagues from around the state. \n\nACP / IET Networking Webinar #1: 11/29/22\, 1:00-2:30pm\nACP / IET Networking Webinar #2: 2/7/23\, 1:00-2:30pm\nACP / IET Networking Webinar #2: 4/19/23\, 1:00-2:30pm
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/iet-career-cluster-networking-series/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221026T201908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T175334Z
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SUMMARY:HiSET Content Overview Series: Reading Comprehension\, Writing and Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadlines: on the day of each webinar in the series \nJoin 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. \n\nPart 1 will focus on Reading Comprehension across the subtests\nPart 2 on Writing Fluency\nPart 3 is a special look at Mathematics\, as well as a review of Educator and Test Taker resources\n\nAll 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! \nOctober 10\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 1 – HiSET Deep Dive Reading/Social Studies/Science\n(date has passed)\n\nNovember 14\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 2 – HiSET Deep Dive Writing – BEING RESCHEDULED\n\nNovember 28\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 3 – HiSET Deep Dive Math – BEING RESCHEDULED
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hiset-content-overview-series-reading-comprehension-writing-and-mathematics-112822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220810T195341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T195341Z
UID:10001602-1669120200-1669122900@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Xue's Office Hour
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/22/22 \nYou 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-english-lunch-and-learn-xues-office-hour-112222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220711T144039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T144039Z
UID:10001570-1669111200-1669118400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/22/22 \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/core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-112222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220826T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T151513Z
UID:10001622-1669055400-1669062600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Remote Instruction: Realities\, Recommendations and Essential Zoom Skills
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/21/22 \nDuring the early days of the pandemic\, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction open up\, many learners have chosen to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to prepare yourself for the basics of online tutoring and instruction. We’ll face the sometimes difficult realities\, find solutions and practice essential Zoom skills for the classroom that may not be in your repertoire\, if your experience with the platform is limited to meetings with friends and colleagues at work.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/remote-instruction-realities-recommendations-and-essential-zoom-skills/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220825T161317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T161317Z
UID:10001620-1668776400-1668783600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Helping Students Build Word Part Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/18/22 \nTeaching 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/helping-students-build-word-part-knowledge-111822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221107T175159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T181610Z
UID:10001659-1668697200-1668700800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MN Hyflex Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the link below to join on the day of the meeting. \nPlease join us for the fall series of MN Hyflex Community of Practice meetings. All meetings will be held on Google Meet on Thursday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Meetings are November 17 and December 15. Future meetings and professional development TBD. No hyflex experience necessary and no need to RSVP\,  but please do let me know if you would like to put something on the agenda! \n\nJOIN MEETING: https://meet.google.com/quk-iiwu-tmp
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mn-hyflex-community-of-practice-meeting/2022-11-17/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221006T225731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T225806Z
UID:10001641-1668675600-1668783600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:2022 Support Services Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/11/22 \nPlease joint us virtually for the Support Services Conference on Thursday\, November 17 and Friday\, November 18\, 2022! \nThursday\, November 17 will feature a CASAS Implementation Training (9:00 to 12:00) and a TABE Implementation Training (12:30 to 3:30). These trainings are intended for all staff who are new to ABE and are not CASAS or TABE certified. \nFriday\, November 18 will feature a keynote address by the State ABE staff (9:00 to 9:45) followed by concurrent sessions (10:00 to 3:00) on topics including mental health\, SiD best practices\, high school equivalency testing\, technology\, and many more. \nThe conference program with session descriptions will be posted by mid-October at https://www.mnabeassessment.com/support-services-conference. \nFor more information\, you can contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2022-support-services-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20221019T144823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T214123Z
UID:10001647-1668517200-1668520800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Administrator Webinar: Everyday Adulting Includes Math! Let’s Make Room for It
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/15/22 \n“Both literacy and numeracy are critical skills for adults in order to fully engage in their communities.”  This statement is part of the official stance of MN Adult Education.  Yet reading and writing often receive faaaaar more attention in the classroom by teachers and students alike! Most adult educators are more comfortable with literacy instruction than with numeracy.  As administrators and program leaders\, it is up to YOU to shift this culture and make math a priority\, and also to give teachers support in what may be a scary new endeavor! \nJoin us as we articulate the difference between numeracy and math\, locate key instructional and professional development resources\, and discuss the challenges and possible solutions to give math its rightful place in your programs.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/administrator-webinar-111522/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220711T143902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143902Z
UID:10001568-1668506400-1668513600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/15/22 \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/core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-111522/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220811T134655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T134655Z
UID:10001603-1668450600-1668457800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 \nTeaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/reading-activities-for-beginning-literacy-and-beginning-english-language-learners-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220923T211721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T143657Z
UID:10001639-1668438000-1668443400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Edmentum New User & Refresher Training: Courseware and Exact Path
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 \nKatie Janis from Edmentum will provide training for teachers who are getting started or want to review how to use Edmentum (Plato) Courseware and Exact Path for distance learning.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edmentum-new-user-refresher-training-courseware-and-exact-path/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131040
CREATED:20220808T215904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T215904Z
UID:10001593-1668085200-1668092400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/10/22 \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-111022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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