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Charting a New Path!

Charting a New Path!

Changes are a comin’ to PANDA! Wendy and Moira are charting a new path towards retirement. Friday, December 20 will be our last day. Read on to see who our wonderful replacements are! Read More

PANDA’s Lending Library

PANDA’s Lending Library

PANDA has a lending library of materials, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology on hand which are available to Minnesota Adult Education teachers and volunteers to access for use with their students. Read More

It’s Autism Acceptance Month

It’s Autism Acceptance Month

It is Autism Acceptance Month! A time of raising awareness and inclusivity of neurodiversity. Find out more and learn about strategies for working with students on the autism spectrum. Read More

U + Windows Key for Better Computer Accessibility

U + Windows Key for Better Computer Accessibility

Windows has always had features built into it but for those who don’t use them, we often forget about them. Simply pressing the letter U and the Windows Key simultaneously automatically opens the Accessibility Menu, offering an array of helpful options. Read More

PANDA Courses Now On Canvas!

PANDA Courses Now On Canvas!

PANDA’s free courses are now available on the online Canvas platform. We’re excited to have you experience our classes on this new, easy-to-use format! Read on for a description of our courses and how to access them on Canvas. Read More

Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning

It’s that time of year again! PANDA’s Universal Design for Learning Training NOW OPEN for registration! Don’t miss this free, recorded webcast training you can take at your own pace during the month of January 2024. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) emphasizes the creation of inclusive, flexible learning environments to meet the needs of diverse learners. Read More

Classes for Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors

Classes for Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors

The Classes for Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors are unique in the Twin Cities area and possibly the whole state. With the advent of the hyflex model, these classes are now available in-person or online to adults all across Minnesota who have experienced a stroke or brain injury. Classes are held September through June, and new students can start any time during the school year. Read More

Could My Student Have Dyslexia?

Could My Student Have Dyslexia?

Could my student have dyslexia? How do I find out? What do I do if they are dyslexic? Read on for more information that will help you understand dyslexia, outline best practices in teaching an individual with dyslexia, and give you some ideas for the next steps. Read More

Free Online Relicensure Courses!

Free Online Relicensure Courses!

Are you worried about a student you suspect has PTSD? Want to teach your students about Mental Health? Do you suspect a student may have a learning disability, or is it low literacy? Are you interested in learning more about Suicide Prevention? PANDA has courses to address these issues, plus get those re-licensure credits you need! Read More

Memory

Memory

Without our memories it would be incredibly difficult to learn new things, to learn a language, or to develop relationships. So how do memories work, and how can you help students to improve their recall? Read More