ATLAS ABE

Manager Meet-Up: Technology Planning & Purchasing
2021-10-26 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Online
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/26/21
Many ABE managers have decided to invest a portion of their COVID Relief funds on technology for classrooms or for students to use at home. Others are investing in technology-enhanced curriculum and materials development. In this webinar, we will hear from a panel of ABE managers about how they are using these funds to build their capacity and advance digital equity for their students. In breakout rooms, all participants will be invited to discuss their own technology plans and share ideas for computer lending programs, HyFlex models, digital literacy instruction, and other innovative programming.

Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
2021-10-26 13:00 - 15:00
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/26/21
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.

Convening Focused on College Partnerships
2021-10-26 09:00 - 11:30
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/26/21
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is hosting a convening focused on college partnerships and creating a pathway for underserved learners into college programs. The convening will provide information on college processes, credit for prior learning, as well as be an opportunity for you to share your partnership experiences, ask questions, and provide suggestions on how collaboration could better serve learners.
This convening is especially designed for those providing workforce training, adult basic education, and college readiness instruction, as well as navigators supporting learners transitioning to college. The convening is remote, with a morning option on the 26th and an afternoon option on the 28th of October.

Becoming More Culturally Responsive in Rural and Metro Communities
2021-10-25 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/25/21
What are the keys to developing cultural responsiveness and cultural competency? Learn how to identify and be culturally responsive to meaningful cultural differences so that you can make instruction more relevant to learners in adult classrooms.

ABE Foundations at a Distance Webinar (3 consecutive dates)
2021-10-25 13:30 - 15:00, 2021-10-18 13:30 - 15:00
Registration Deadline: SEE BELOW
Due to the virtual Summer Institute conference this year, we were unable to hold the in-person 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:

Monday, October 18 – Webinar 1 (registration available through October 18)
Monday, October 25 – Webinar 2 (registration available through October 25)
Monday, 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

Responding to Community Trauma in the Classroom (Part 2 of 2)
2021-10-21 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-14 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-07 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-09-30 16:00 - 17:30
Registration Deadline: THU. 5/27/21
NOTE: If you were unable to attend Part 1 (on May 20), please watch the recording prior to this meeting.
The 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.
If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu

Volunteer Foundations Training – Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
2021-10-21 10:00 - 12:00
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/21/21
Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include checking comprehension of all learners, using an appropriate level of teacher talk, delivering error correction and feedback, facilitating learner questions, and ensuring that instruction is learner centered.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

Volunteer Foundations Training – Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
2021-10-20 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/20/21
Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include checking comprehension of all learners, using an appropriate level of teacher talk, delivering error correction and feedback, facilitating learner questions, and ensuring that instruction is learner centered.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

Approaches and Activities to Support Writing Development
2021-10-19 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/19/21
Incorporating writing instruction for English language learners of all levels is a challenge for many teachers and tutors. In this training, participants will learn approaches for including writing practice throughout the lesson and activities for extended practice. Participants will also develop strategies for delivering feedback for writing during and in-between lessons.

NEW HyFlex Community of Practice!
2021-10-19 14:30 - 15:30
Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Google Meet link below to join on the day of the meeting
Hybrid-Flexible (HyFlex) classes (classes that are taught synchronously in-person with a remote synchronous option) offer students the opportunity to participate online or in the classroom, but can be intimidating for teachers to implement. Literacy Minnesota and the Support Services Distance Learning team would like to invite you to join a new HyFlex Community of Practice facilitated by Cathy Grady from Hubbs Center (Saint Paul Public Schools) and Kirsten Collins from Literacy Minnesota. This group will meet online periodically throughout the school year, and our first meeting is set for October 19 at 2:30pm.
This informal group will be a fun place to share and build on our collective knowledge and experience in this new and growing area. We will decide as a group any areas for future exploration, but some options are: exploring HyFlex technology options, hearing from teachers currently using HyFlex, and classroom management tips for the HyFlex class.
All meetings will be held in Google Meet and are open to both teachers and managers. No need to sign up, just use the below link to join! We look forward to seeing you then!
Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/quk-iiwu-tmp

Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
2021-10-18 13:00 - 15:00
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/18/21
Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension.
But 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.
This workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.

MCIS Fall ABE Training Session Two - Implementation
2021-10-14 13:00 - 15:00
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/14/21 by 1:00pm
The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) is a comprehensive online resource for self-exploration and career and college readiness. Session Two is on Implementation; it will cover Curriculum, Checklists, Personal Education Plan, and support resources for students and staff.
Once registered, you will receive a reminder email 24 hours before the session begins.

Volunteer Foundations Training – Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
2021-10-14 10:00 - 12:00
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/14/21
Participants develop their personal cultural awareness and learn how expectations around school culture shape how people teach and learn. Motivations and barriers to learning are also covered, as well as guiding principles for effectively delivering instruction to adults. Participants also increase their sensitivity to the challenges of learning English/developing literacy as an adult.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

Volunteer Foundations Training – Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
2021-10-13 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/13/21
Participants develop their personal cultural awareness and learn how expectations around school culture shape how people teach and learn. Motivations and barriers to learning are also covered, as well as guiding principles for effectively delivering instruction to adults. Participants also increase their sensitivity to the challenges of learning English/developing literacy as an adult.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

One Room Schoolhouse Webinar: Supporting ELLs in the Multilevel Classroom
2021-10-13 15:00 - 16:30
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/13/21
Does your one-room schoolhouse classroom include English Language Learners? Do you teach multiple levels of ELLs in one class? (Don’t we ALL do this?) Join us to learn and share strategies for supporting all learners in your class as they engage with rigorous content.

MCIS Fall ABE Training Session One - Set Up and Navigation
2021-10-13 13:00 - 15:00
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/13/21 by 1:00pm
The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) is a comprehensive online resource for self-exploration and career and college readiness. Session One is on Set Up and Navigation; it will cover setting up student accounts and navigating major components on the student side (assessments, occupations, education, employment).
Once registered, you will receive a reminder email 24 hours before the session begins.

MN Lunch & Learn with Burlington English: Prepare for CASAS Part 3
2021-10-12 12:30 - 13:15
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/12/21
In this session, we will go over how to set practice tests for students and also interpret data from the test results.
NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

So How’s It Goin’ Out There? Supporting & Supervising Staff at a Distance
2021-10-11 12:30 - 13:30
Registration Deadline: MON. 10/11/21
This webinar kicks off our ABE Administrators Webinar Series this year! We are pleased to be offering more targeted support to those coordinating, managing, and otherwise leading adult education programs in Minnesota. Join us to talk about a pressing concern: supporting and supervising staff from a distance! While some programs are able to see their teachers in-person regularly, others continue to teach remotely, or they work at different buildings and sites than their staff members. How can administrators continue to monitor and strengthen all the work happening in their programs, even when they are far away? Join us to learn more and to share your insights!

CCRS 2021: Time to Refresh!
2021-10-07 14:00 - 16:00
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/7/21
CCRS may not have been one of your top priorities during the past 18 months, but join us to re-engage with this work in a refreshing and energizing way. CCRS leaders will share updates and great new strategies around ELA, math, and ELLs and discuss program coaching opportunities for the coming year.
If you require ASL Interpretation, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu

Volunteer Foundations Training - Core Training Module 1: Overview of MN Adult Education & Program Accountability
2021-10-07 09:00 - 11:00
Registration Deadline: THU. 10/7/21
Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards, initial and on-going assessment and other accountability measures.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

Volunteer Foundations Training - Core Training Module 1: Overview of MN Adult Education & Program Accountability
2021-10-06 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: WED. 10/6/21
Participants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota, demographics of learners, instructional content standards, initial and on-going assessment and other accountability measures.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.

MobyMax: New and Refresher Training
2021-10-05 14:00 - 15:15
Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Join Webinar link below to join on the day of the webinar:
JOIN WEBINAR
New to MobyMax or need a refresher? In this webinar, we’ll go over the basics of this state-supported distance learning platform. We’ll dive into registering students and sharing them with other teachers, communicating login information and checking in with students, adjusting curriculum settings, and navigating the MobyMax website for helpful resources. Bring your questions!

MN Lunch & Learn with Burlington English: Prepare for CASAS Part 2
2021-10-05 12:30 - 13:15
Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/5/21
In this session, we will go over the Student Lessons in the Prepare for CASAS tile and the test modes for student’s test practice.
NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

ABE-DevEd Affinity Group
2021-10-01 10:00 - 11:15, 2021-09-30 14:00 - 15:15
Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Join Zoom link below to join on the day of the meeting:

JOIN ZOOM (the passcode is Partners!)

The ABE-DevEd Affinity Group was established in academic year 2020-21 and will continue in 2021-22, meeting via Zoom. The group consists of Minn State (Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system) faculty and staff, ABE teachers and administrators currently engaged in DevEd classroom partnerships, and educators with an interest to establish successful partnerships.
The group shares effective practices, including the creation of a partnership toolkit, and discusses topics of common interest. The intent of the collaborative work is to increase the quality and quantity of partnerships to improve Dev Ed student outcomes and help students to advance to credit-bearing courses in the most expedient fashion, having gained the confidence and competence to move forward with their higher education goals. This statewide effort is led and funded by the Northwest Transitions Region.
Note: The Affinity Group meeting schedule for 2021-22 includes 5 sessions starting in late September and ending in late April. Each of the five sessions offers two options (same topics) – one on Thursday from 2:00-3:15 pm and one on Friday from 10:00-11:15 am – as follows:

Session One – Sep. 30 or Oct. 1
Session Two – Nov. 18 or 19
Session Three – Jan. 13 or 14
Session Four – Mar. 3 or 4
Session Five – Apr. 21 or 29

In all cases, use this JOIN ZOOM link to join the meeting; the passcode is Partners!
Interested in more Information? Contact Russ Fraenkel, Regional Transitions Coordinator, at rwfraenkel@gmail.com

Volunteer Foundations Training – Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
2021-09-30 18:30 - 20:30
Registration Deadline: THU. 9/30/21
Participants learn about the types of materials that they may be working with, including prepared texts and realia. Participants also learn about the practice of explicit instruction, how to effectively give instructions, and suggestions for extending worksheets to maximize understanding and practice.
Learn more about Literacy Minnesota’s Volunteer Foundations Training at https://www.literacymn.org/volunteer-foundations-training.
