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SUMMARY:Strategy Session for Edmentum Program Administrators
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/16/24 \nWe heard your feedback! Edmentum can be really useful\, but it’s…complicated. This strategy session will address housekeeping issues and provide some quick tips to make managing “all the things” on this platform easier. Topics will include: \n\nA brief overview of Courseware and Exact Path – and how to decide which options are best for your context\nProgram names and locations\nAssigning users to the correct location\nNaming conventions for users and classes\nDeactivating unneeded user accounts and class sections\nHelping staff with different roles (teachers\, administrators\, support staff) navigate the platform\nTime for questions and sharing your own pro tips\n\nAfter the meeting on Monday\, you can sign up for a time to meet with our Edmentum representative\, Andrew Kappel\, on Tuesday\, December 17. He can work with you on your program-specific questions or challenges. Multiple staff from your program/site can attend the same meeting; just add all of their email addresses in the Notes field. If that day doesn’t work\, please contact the DL helpdesk to arrange an alternative. \nAdditional information about the meeting: \n\nAny ABE staff member who uses Edmentum\, or is interested\, is welcome to join. Please note\, however\, that this meeting will focus on technical and administrative issues\, rather than instructional issues.\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” containing the meeting link.\nYou should know your Edmentum login credentials prior to the training. You can use the “Forgot password?” option on the login page\, complete the form here under Key Information to request a new account on the statewide license\, or contact the DL helpdesk for further assistance.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk.\n A recording will be available after the training.\n\nAdditional information about Edmentum: \n\nEdmentum is a state-supported distance learning platform\, so there is no additional cost to you or your program!\nThe platform offers a wide variety of content to support reading\, language arts\, math\, science\, social studies\, GED/HiSET preparation\, and career pathways classes.\nEdmentum is recommended for high-intermediate or above ESL learners and ABE learners. Most content is at a middle or high school reading level\, but some elementary content is available.\nThe platform can be used to supplement in-class learning or for standalone distance learning.\n\n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/strategy-session-for-edmentum-program-administrators/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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SUMMARY:Racial Equity 201 Presented by Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/16/24 \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-presented-by-jimmie-heags-121624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T144500
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SUMMARY:2024 VIRTUAL Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/12/24 \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. \nCost: FREE for participants in Minnesota; $20 for participants outside of Minnesota. Registration is not refundable\, but recordings and materials will be available to registrants after the conference. \nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through a keynote presentation and nine 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. \n\nConference Schedule\n8:30-9 a.m. | Kickoff and awards ceremony \n9:15-10:15 a.m. | Keynote presentation: \nNow What? Emerging Strategies for Leading Volunteers in a Post-Pandemic World\nPolly Roach\, MAVA \n10:30-11:30 a.m. | Concurrent sessions \n11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Lunch break \n12:30-1:30 p.m. | Concurrent sessions \n1:45-2:45 p.m. | Concurrent sessions
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2024-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T150000
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 12/10/24 \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-121024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T160154Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/4/24 \nLearners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They’ll also get several ideas for routines\, activities and resources to use in their classes and tutoring sessions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/working-with-literacy-and-beginning-level-english-language-learners-120424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241126T143000
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/26/24 (for the final session) \nHow are generative AI tools (like ChatGPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\, MagicSchool\, Khanmigo\, and many others) affecting you\, your colleagues\, and adult learners? Are you using AI all the time\, curious about it\, worried about it\, or just confused? \nWherever you are\, join Nick Houlson\, Jason Brazier\, and Elizabeth Bennett from Literacy Minnesota for an informal AI playgroup! Each Tuesday\, we’ll learn a little about an AI tool\, play around with it\, and explore implications for our practice. Everyone is welcome: teachers\, administrators\, support staff\, and volunteers. \nPlease note the following: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all three sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the day(s) that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge\, preparation\, or homework is necessary! Please just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nWe are not planning to record these sessions\, but we will share a Padlet with resources to explore on your own.\nWe promise that you won’t break anything. This will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/25/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-112524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T120000
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SUMMARY:Fall North Regional Follow-Up
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24 \nJoin your northern Minnesota colleagues for an informal opportunity to share how you’ve applied something you learned at the regional event on October 3-4. Anyone who attended a session related to digital literacy\, online/HyFlex teaching\, or distance learning is invited! Contact Elizabeth (ebennett@literacymn.org) with any questions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/fall-north-regional-follow-up/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240909T154002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T154002Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/19/24 \nTeaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-111924/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/18/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-111824/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T150000
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Not Charity: Challenging the White Savior Complex in Adult Education - Presented by Kris Klas and Erin Cary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/15/24 \nWhat is “white saviorism” and how does it show up in adult education? During this session\, participants will explore a shared definition of the term “white savior complex.” We will strategize ways to address this concept both in the context of working with adult learners and on a personal level. Through the use of educational anecdotes\, scenarios\, and personal introspection\, participants will consider how perspectives on this topic have evolved in recent years and the impact of white savior complex on our learners.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/solidarity-not-charity-challenging-the-white-savior-complex-in-adult-education-111524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240909T153855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T153855Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/12/24 \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-111224/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155854Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-111124/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155514Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/4/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-1-overview-of-minnesota-adult-education-and-program-accountability-5/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155756Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/1/24 \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-110124/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240930T144315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T144315Z
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SUMMARY:How Adult Brains Learn Languages - Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/1/24 \nLearn what research has to say about how adult brains learn a new language\, how trauma and stress impact learning\, and how this influences the teaching practices that we use in the language classroom. Participants will leave the webinar with suggestions for ways teachers and tutors can apply brain-based teaching practices as we are helping adult ESL students develop their language skills.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/how-adult-brains-learn-languages-110124/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T161909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T161909Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/29/24 \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-102924/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155352Z
UID:10002073-1729708200-1729715400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/23/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-102324/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T160848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T182349Z
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/26/24 (for the final session) \nHow are generative AI tools (like ChatGPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\, MagicSchool\, Khanmigo\, and many others) affecting you\, your colleagues\, and adult learners? Are you using AI all the time\, curious about it\, worried about it\, or just confused? \nWherever you are\, join Nick Houlson\, Jason Brazier\, and Elizabeth Bennett from Literacy Minnesota for an informal AI playgroup! Each Tuesday\, we’ll learn a little about an AI tool\, play around with it\, and explore implications for our practice. Everyone is welcome: teachers\, administrators\, support staff\, and volunteers. \nPlease note the following: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all three sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the day(s) that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge\, preparation\, or homework is necessary! Please just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nWe are not planning to record these sessions\, but we will share a Padlet with resources to explore on your own.\nWe promise that you won’t break anything. This will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T161728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165312Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/18/24 \nCome 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 remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-101824/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240821T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155442Z
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SUMMARY:Refining Your Teacher Talk
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/16/24 \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-101624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T161556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T161556Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/7/24 \nTeaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-100724/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240724T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T205042Z
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SUMMARY:Back to School with MobyMax - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/2/24 \nIf you’re teaching with MobyMax this school year and need an introduction or a refresher\, then this training is for you! We’ll cover essential tasks for teachers\, including adding learners to your roster\, creating class groups\, adjusting module settings so learners can access the correct content\, creating assignments\, monitoring progress\, and proxy hour reporting. The training will include plenty of time for hands-on practice and questions. Note: This is a repeat of the same training held on 8/29/24. \nAdditional information about the training: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nIt will be helpful if you know your login credentials prior to the training. You can complete the form here under Key Information to request an account on the statewide license.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk (support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com).\n A recording will be available after the training.\n\nAdditional information about MobyMax: \n\nMobyMax is a state-supported platform\, so there is no additional cost to you or your program!\nMobyMax is appropriate for a wide range of ESL and ABE learners. The platform includes lessons\, practice\, and assessments in literacy\, language (grammar and mechanics)\, math\, science\, and social studies. The content is aligned with state standards for grades K-8.\nThe platform can be used to supplement in-class learning or for standalone distance learning.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/back-to-school-with-mobymax-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 9/30/24 \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-093024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T160717Z
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SUMMARY:Back to School with Exact Path
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/27/24 \nAndrew Kappel from Edmentum will present an introduction to Exact Path\, a tool for individualized instruction and practice within the Edmentum platform. You’ll learn about assigning diagnostic assessments\, managing individual student Learning Paths\, using reports to monitor progress\, and proxy hour reporting. The training will be interactive and include time for hands-on practice and questions. We hope you’ll join us to learn more about this powerful tool! \nAdditional information about the training: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nIt will be helpful to know your login credentials prior to the training. You can complete the form here under Key Information to request an account on the statewide Edmentum license.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk (support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com).\n A recording will be available after the training.\n\nAdditional information about Exact Path: \n\nExact Path is included in our statewide Edmentum license. Edmentum is a state-supported platform\, so there is no additional cost to you or your program!\nExact Path is recommended for intermediate or above ESL learners and ABE learners. Content is aligned to K-12 standards in math\, reading\, and language arts.\nThe platform can be used to supplement in-class learning or for standalone distance learning.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/back-to-school-with-exact-path/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240614T195247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T195247Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/25/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240730T160848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T182349Z
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SUMMARY:AI Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/26/24 (for the final session) \nHow are generative AI tools (like ChatGPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\, MagicSchool\, Khanmigo\, and many others) affecting you\, your colleagues\, and adult learners? Are you using AI all the time\, curious about it\, worried about it\, or just confused? \nWherever you are\, join Nick Houlson\, Jason Brazier\, and Elizabeth Bennett from Literacy Minnesota for an informal AI playgroup! Each Tuesday\, we’ll learn a little about an AI tool\, play around with it\, and explore implications for our practice. Everyone is welcome: teachers\, administrators\, support staff\, and volunteers. \nPlease note the following: \n\nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the meetings.\nAttendance at all three sessions is NOT required. Register for the series\, and you can join on the day(s) that work for you.\nNO prior knowledge\, preparation\, or homework is necessary! Please just bring yourself (and a sense of humor).\nWe are not planning to record these sessions\, but we will share a Padlet with resources to explore on your own.\nWe promise that you won’t break anything. This will be fun!
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-playgroup/2024-09-24/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240722T165238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T165238Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Somali People: History\, Culture and Migration to Minnesota - Presented by CAIR-MN
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/24/24 \nSomalis are estimated to be the largest African immigrant group in Minnesota with approximately 75\,000-100\,000 residing in the state (source: McKnight Foundation). \nThis training covers: \n\nPre- and post-modern history of the Somali people.\nCulture.\nMigration to Minnesota.\nCultural gaps between the Somali and American communities.\nRecommendations for outreach to Somali community members.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/understanding-the-somali-people-092424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240614T195411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T195411Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 9/23/24 \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-092324/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003750
CREATED:20240614T195224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T195224Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/18/24 \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/volunteer-core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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