Professional Development
Recent Newsletter Articles
Making “Cents” of Edmentum: Four Quick Tips
Edmentum is one of four main state-supported distance learning platforms. Your consortium helps pay for it through an annual technology fee, and we want you to get your money’s worth! Read More
Teaching Numeracy to Adults – Call for Applications!
The upcoming Teaching Numeracy to Adults initiative focuses on the actual teaching of math/numeracy, not just standards implementation. This cohort takes place over 8 weeks and involves an online course via Canvas, live webinars, and partner work. Participants will also have the option of receiving two graduate credits through Hamline University. The next cohort starts February 3, 2025! Read More
Number Challenges: Dyscalculia in Adult Education
Do you have some students who struggle with making sense of math concepts more than others? Many factors are at play that affect our ability to do math, including a specific learning disorder called dyscalculia. Learn more about dyscalculia and ATLAS work that aims to assist teachers in understanding dyscalculia and responding effectively in the classroom. Read More
Support Services Conference Registration Now Open!
Check out the exciting line-up of sessions that will be presented during the 2024 ABE Support Services Conference! Register to join us virtually as we learn from our friends and colleagues. Read More
Volunteer Training Options: Categories and Formats to Fit Your Needs
Literacy Minnesota offers several options to help volunteers in your program complete training. webinars, Training is offered in several formats, including Canvas courses, videos, in-person training, and more! Read More
New Canvas Course: Teaching Reading to Adults (Self-Paced)
ATLAS is excited to announce the launch of a new self-paced Canvas course, Teaching Reading to Adults. This course offers a deep dive into evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI) for adults and provides a flexible, asynchronous learning opportunity, enabling participants to enhance their skills in assessing and teaching adult learners. Participants can earn CEUs while gaining practical tools for assessing and improving reading skills in alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Read More
New Video Series: Moving Equity Forward in Adult Ed!
ATLAS has been working on developing an exciting new professional development video series! Read more to learn about what is included in the series, where to find it, and even a couple of suggestions on how to use it. Read More
2024 ABE Support Services Conference – Call for Proposals
Did you do an informative and engaging presentation at the ABE Summer Institute, and say to yourself, “that was fun, I wish I could share it with more people”? Or maybe you have some ideas in mind but haven't had the chance to share them? This is your opportunity! SPARC is now seeking presentation proposals for the 2024 ABE Support Services Conference. Read More
ABE, ACES, and CCRS Foundations Online Courses All on Canvas: New and Improved!
We are so excited that our revamped online ABE, ACES, and CCRS Foundations courses are up and running on Canvas! All of these courses have revised content, more opportunities for interaction, and the most updated information to support your work in the MN Adult Education system. Read More
Considering that ABE License? See What Hamline Has to Offer!
Hamline University offers both the ABE initial license for those who don’t hold a teaching license in another field already and the ABE additional license for those already holding a teaching license. You can start in the fall! Plus, your previous coursework may help you get there sooner. Read More