Events

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/3/21 In this session, we will explore best practices for using audio when teaching with Burlington English videos. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/3/21 In this webinar, Literacy Minnesota teachers will share some of their favorite virtual routines that promote successful learning. Discover tried and true practices for creating interactive and engaging small group and large group virtual activities, and learn tricks and explore free tools to make virtual lessons go smoothly. Participants will leave […]

Registration Deadline: THU. 8/5/21 Join Literacy Minnesota Adult Basic Education and ESL trainers for a virtual workshop on how to be an effective tutor from a distance! Learn best practices for connecting and communicating one-on-one with adult learners on the phone or online, get suggestions for correcting errors and checking comprehension in a virtual setting, […]

Registration Deadline: MON. 8/9/21 Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams or any other […]

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/10/21 Learn about three essential skills students need in order to join a conversation and keep it going. This webinar will demonstrate how to introduce those strategies and get students talking in small groups online. Come ready to participate in your own small groups and try out the techniques yourself!

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/10/21 In this session, we will go over the best practices on how to use the Read and Life Skills text in your In-Class lessons. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

Registration Deadline: THU. 8/12/21 The last year has shown just how vital digital literacy skills are in society. Northstar Digital Literacy provides a wide-range of tools and resources to help learners develop their digital literacy skills. This training will focus on how tutors and teachers can guide learners through these resources. In the webinar, participants […]

Registration Deadline: MON. 8/16/21 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 […]

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/17/21 Incorporating writing activities into remote instruction for English language learners is a challenge for many teachers and tutors. In this webinar, 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. This […]

Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/17/21 In this session, we will work on best practices for writing assignments and writing practice in Burlington English CORE. NOTE: Attendees must have current login credentials for their BE account.

Registration Deadline: WED. 8/25/21 Incorporating writing activities into remote instruction for English language learners is a challenge for many teachers and tutors. In this webinar, 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. […]

Registration Deadline: THU. 8/26/21 Join Literacy Minnesota Adult Basic Education and ESL trainers for a virtual workshop on how to be an effective tutor from a distance! Learn best practices for connecting and communicating one-on-one with adult learners on the phone or online, get suggestions for correcting errors and checking comprehension in a virtual setting, […]

Registration Deadline: MON. 8/30/21 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.

Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Join Webinar link below to join on the day of the webinar. All are welcome to attend! This training covers selecting and using the appropriate CASAS test, interpreting test scores, and measuring student progress. Discussion will focus on administering CASAS appraisals, pre- and post-tests, and introduce online instructional resources. […]