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SUMMARY:DevEd-ABE Partner Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:No registration necessary: Contact Russ Fraenkel\, rwfraenkel@gmail.com\, to receive the direct Zoom link. \nNovember 2023 dates: \n\nNovember 2 from 2:00-3:15pm\nNovember 3 from 10:00-11:15am\n\nNOTE: The meetings on November 2 and 3 cover the same topics.  Participants have the option to attend either one of the similar sessions. \nAll are welcome to participate in the engaging presentations and discussions of the DevEd-ABE Partner Affinity Group.  This year\, the Affinity Group’s 75-minute virtual meetings (in November\, February\, and April) will focus attention on the co-req classroom format within Guided Learning Pathways.  Minnesota State campuses are required to implement the co-req format in stages of partial implementation to full implementation by fall 2026. \nAffinity Group background\n2023-24 marks the fourth academic year in which Minnesota State Developmental Education and Adult Basic Education teachers and administrators join ranks to ensure college enrolled students are academically ready for the rigors of credit-bearing coursework at Minnesota State campuses.  Many students are in need of additional math\, English\, organization\, navigation\, and study skills to thrive in college.  The DevEd-ABE Affinity Group was formed three years ago to focus on the effectiveness of new and existing classroom partnerships to support Dev Ed enrolled students.  To this end\, numerous tools and resources have been created and utilized. \nContact Russ Fraenkel\, rwfraenkel@gmail.com\, for further information.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/deved-abe-partner-affinity-group-meeting-110323/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Next Generation Nursing Assistant-Train. Test. Work. ABE Test Prep and 1 Free Test
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/6/23 \nThis webinar is hosted by HealthForce Minnesota and presented by Elaine Vandenburgh. A review of the free\, asynchronous nursing assistant state exam prep/refresher course will be provided\, along with an overview of how students will receive their promo code to test for free. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/next-generation-nursing-assistant-train-test-work-abe-test-prep-and-1-free-test/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="HealthForce Minnesota":MAILTO:elaine.vandenburgh@winona.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
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SUMMARY:Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Xue's Office Hour
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/7/23 \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-110723/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T210757Z
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/7/23 \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/core-training-module-1-overview-of-minnesota-adult-education-and-program-accountability-110723/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T180017Z
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SUMMARY:MobyMax Training: Deep Dive into Reports and Data
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/8/23 \n\nBesides how many minutes learners spend using MobyMax\, what else can you learn from all those options under the Tools tab? The answer is…A LOT! We’ll also look at ways to monitor learner progress within specific subject modules under the Curriculum tab.\nIt will be helpful if you know your login credentials prior to the training. If needed\, you can complete the form here under Key Information to request an account on the statewide license. MobyMax is a state-supported platform\, so there is no additional cost to you or your learners!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mobymax-training-deep-dive-into-reports-and-data/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
CREATED:20230807T170838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T170838Z
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SUMMARY:Refining Your Teacher Talk
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/8/23 \nMany 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/refining-your-teacher-talk-110823/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
CREATED:20230807T170610Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/10/23 \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-111023/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T171125Z
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SUMMARY:Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 10/20/23 (registration is now closed) \n\nThe Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle I is for teachers of low-literate Adult Basic Education ESL students – those learners with little or no first-language literacy. With a special focus on reading development for these learners\, teachers explore relevant research and its implications for best practices in the classroom. \nLike our other language instruction study circles\, it involves reading a selection of relevant research and completing various classroom-based reflection. During the 3 meetings of 3 hours each\, participants discuss the readings and tasks and explore together how research can inform classroom practice. \nThis fall the study circle will be facilitated by Andrea Echelberger from Robbinsdale Adult Academic Program. \nFind out more about the Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle >> \nDATES: ALL ARE VIRTUAL ZOOM EVENTS! \n\n\nFriday\, October 27\, 1-4 pm\nFriday\, November 10\, 1-4 pm\nFriday\, December 1\, 1-4 pm
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/low-literacy-adult-esl-study-circle/2023-11-10/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
CREATED:20231002T213520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T174114Z
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SUMMARY:Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Strategies to Teach to a Multi-Level Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 \nIn this session\, we will explore the challenges and advantages of teaching a multi-level classroom\, share ideas on how to overcome these challenges\, and brainstorm other strategies that we can use in the classroom. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-english-lunch-and-learn-strategies-to-teach-to-a-multi-level-classroom-111423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130854
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T175404Z
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SUMMARY:Administrator Webinar: Creative Ideas for Staffing\, Recruitment & Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 \nJoin a panel of program administrators from around the state as they share “3 Creative Ideas” for tackling current challenges around staffing\, recruitment & engagement. Karen Wolters\, Chelsea Ritland\, Wendy Sweeney\, and others will be there to share some of their out-of-the-box thinking as this new program year gets going. Bring your creative solutions and thinking caps to this webinar with fellow administrators and coordinators in MN Adult Ed!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/administrator-webinar-creative-ideas-for-staffing-recruitment-engagement/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230802T210941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T210941Z
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/14/23 \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/core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-111423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231010T173307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T173307Z
UID:10001875-1700042400-1700049600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Karen History\, Culture and Language and the Adult Education Classroom presented by the Karen Organization of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/15/23 \nHundreds of Karen learners have attended adult education classes in Minnesota\, primarily in Saint Paul\, Albert Lea and Worthington. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Karen learners. The session will include information on Karen history\, culture\, life in the US and language. Participants will also reflect on how they can apply this new knowledge to their work with Karen adult education students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/karen-history-culture-and-language-111523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T170501Z
UID:10001812-1700053200-1700060400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/15/23 \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 set digital literacy learning goals.\nHow to help learners navigate Northstar Digital Literacy assessments.\nHow to guide learners through the Northstar Digital Literacy Online Learning Modules.\n\nThe training will be appropriate for tutors working one-to-one with learners or assisting in a computer lab. \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-111523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231010T174023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T161325Z
UID:10001877-1700125200-1700235000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Support Services Conference 2023 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/10/23 \nPROGRAM: The conference program including session descriptions will be posted by mid-October at https://www.mnabeassessment.com/support-services-conference. \nNOTE: Links to join the Zoom sessions will be sent out via email prior to the conference\, along with the conference program. If you have connection issues on the day of the conference\, contact Heather Williams\, heather_williams@rdale.org. \n\n2023 SUPPORT SERVICES CONFERENCE SCHEDULE\nPre-Conference – Thursday\, 11/16/2023 \nVirtual implementation trainings for both CASAS and TABE will be offered for all staff that may be responsible for intake and assessment. \n9:00-12:00 – CASAS Implementation Training (Marty Olsen) \n12:30-3:30 – TABE Implementation Training (Linda Keller and Dave Haugen) \nConference – Friday\, 11/17/2023 \n9:00-9:45 – Opening Session featuring MN State ABE Staff \n10:00-10:45 – Session 1 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nGoogle Session (Susan Wetenkamp-Brandt)\nRacial Equity Grant (See Moua-Leske and Addy Wolbaum)\nMental Health Session (Wendy Sweeney)\n\n\n\n11:00-11:45 – Session 2 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nUpdates from GED Testing Service (Melissa Hultstrand)\nCASAS Recertification (Marty Olsen)\nSiD for Onboarding Staff (Jenny Schlukebier and panel)\n\n\n\n12:00-1:00 – Lunch \n1:00-1:45 – Session 3 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nTABE Recertification (Linda Keller)\nBest Practices for Intake (Rachel Stiglitz and Heather Williams)\nDeep Dive into SiD Reports (Jenny Schlukebier)\n\n\n\n2:00-2:45 – Session 4 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nTesting Strategies Open Mic (Linda Keller and panel)\nSiD – Student History (Jenny Schlukebier and Rachel Stiglitz)\nHiSET (Tess Yurik and Tanya Haug)\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, you can contact Marylynn Dvorak\, Chair of SPARC\, at mdvorak@isd271.org.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-2023-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230807T171024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T175704Z
UID:10001823-1700215200-1700222400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \nWhile 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/writing-activities-for-beginning-literacy-and-beginning-english-language-learners-111023/
LOCATION:Literacy Minnesota – main office\, 700 Raymond Ave.\, Ste. 180\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230802T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T211122Z
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/21/23 \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-112123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231002T213603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T213603Z
UID:10001874-1701174600-1701177300@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Burlington English Lunch and Learn: Progress and Reports
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/28/23\nIn this session\, we will explore how to use the Progress component in Burlington Core and also how to run the different reports available to you. \nNOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/burlington-english-lunch-and-learn-progress-and-reports-112823/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington English":MAILTO:info@BurlingtonEnglish.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230802T211312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T211312Z
UID:10001808-1701176400-1701183600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/28/23 \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-112823/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231101T195547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T195636Z
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SUMMARY:Ability to Benefit: An Introductory Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Join Webinar link below to join on the day of the webinar: \n\nJOIN WEBINAR: https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/99072444305\n\nMeeting ID: 990 7244 4305\n\n\n\nThis webinar will provide an overview of Ability to Benefit. Ability to Benefit is a federal financial aid rule that allows students without a high school diploma (or an equivalent like a GED diploma or home school diploma) to qualify for financial aid\, if they prove they have the “ability to benefit” from a college education.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ability-to-benefit-an-introductory-overview/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231113T175231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T204007Z
UID:10001887-1701266400-1701270000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the HiSET
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/29/23 \nAn informative webinar designed for educators\, support staff\, and program personnel who are interested in learning about the HiSET exam and how to navigate the HiSET website. During the one hour webinar\, topics that will be covered will include an introduction\, test structure\, how to register and schedule\, study preparation and resources\, and a walk through the website.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/exploring-the-hiset/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="HiSET":MAILTO:tanya.haug@psionline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230905T152446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T152446Z
UID:10001844-1701282600-1701289800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/29/23 \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-112923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231101T160251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T175242Z
UID:10001882-1701349200-1701354600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Hot Topics in Post-Secondary Partnerships Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/30/23 \nThe Times They Are A-Changin’\, a wise Minnesotan once said!  Maybe you have worked with local colleges a long time\, or maybe you are new to this corner of adult education. Come to this webinar regardless\, because some changes are afoot! We’ll tackle hot topics in post secondary partnerships including Ability to Benefit\, self guided placement and the co-requisite model for Developmental Education. Not sure what those are?!  Not to worry! ABE practitioners will share successes and challenges in their college partnership work\, and we’ll have time for questions and discussion. Don’t think twice\, it’s all right… Just join us on November 30! \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nArticulate the purpose of and how to access Ability to Benefit as a postsecondary resource\nIdentify the shift toward Guided Self Placement in MN State system and its impact on adult education students and educators\nIdentify trends and challenges in Co-requisite Models in MN State course offerings and opportunities and puzzles in co-teaching with ABE\n\nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, please email Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hot-topics-in-post-secondary-partnerships-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T130000
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SUMMARY:Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRI. 10/20/23 (registration is now closed) \n\nThe Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle I is for teachers of low-literate Adult Basic Education ESL students – those learners with little or no first-language literacy. With a special focus on reading development for these learners\, teachers explore relevant research and its implications for best practices in the classroom. \nLike our other language instruction study circles\, it involves reading a selection of relevant research and completing various classroom-based reflection. During the 3 meetings of 3 hours each\, participants discuss the readings and tasks and explore together how research can inform classroom practice. \nThis fall the study circle will be facilitated by Andrea Echelberger from Robbinsdale Adult Academic Program. \nFind out more about the Low-Literacy Adult ESL Study Circle >> \nDATES: ALL ARE VIRTUAL ZOOM EVENTS! \n\n\nFriday\, October 27\, 1-4 pm\nFriday\, November 10\, 1-4 pm\nFriday\, December 1\, 1-4 pm
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/low-literacy-adult-esl-study-circle/2023-12-01/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/4/23 \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-120423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Mathematical Literacy for English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/5/23 \nWait\, I’m not a math teacher! I want to incorporate numeracy into my ESL classroom\, but where do I even start?! How do I effectively address literacy and numeracy at the same time? Join Cindy Schultz and Meagan Hymes as they offer insights into these very real questions. You will get to see and experience routines that they have used with their ESL students in addition to hearing an administrator perspective on the hows and whys of supporting numeracy in language classrooms.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/math-content-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231010T225559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T225559Z
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SUMMARY:2023 VIRTUAL Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/7/23 \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. \n\nEvent Location: Virtual\, via Zoom\nCost: Free for participants in Minnesota; $20 for participants outside of Minnesota\nThe deadline to register is December 7\, 2023.\n\nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through 12 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2023-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230807T170806Z
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SUMMARY:Tips and Strategies for Adult Education Math Tutors
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/11/23 \nJoin us 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-121123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231010T173415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T173415Z
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SUMMARY:Racial Equity 201 with Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/11/23 \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-with-jimmie-heags/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20231106T181754Z
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SUMMARY:Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Recorded Webinar Training – DEADLINE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: EXTENDED – FRI. 12/15/23 \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.\\n\nENROLLMENT IS LIMITED; don’t wait to register!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/universal-design-for-learning-udl-recorded-webinar-training-deadline-2023/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="PANDA - Minnesota ABE Physical And Nonapparent Disability Assistance":MAILTO:panda@rdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130855
CREATED:20230922T212647Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/15/23 \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-121523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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