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SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Practices for Diverse Adult Learners with Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 3/18/24 \nJoin presenter Jimmie Heags\, Jr.\, MA\, LSC\, LPCC\, LADC\, ACS\, for this session that explores how cultural identities and experiences impact student-instructor interactions and shape the way we make meaning of the world. Participants will gain awareness of their own cultural perspectives\, social location and the need for cultural humility in Adult Basic Education with the goal of enhancing the outcomes of adult learners and educators’ own professional development. Learning will be acquired through the explanation of concepts\, anecdotes and stories\, videos and participant reflection.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/culturally-responsive-practices-for-diverse-adult-learners-with-jimmie-heags/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 3/13/24 \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-031324/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 3/13/24 \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-031324/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T140000
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SUMMARY:First Flight: A Look at Microsoft’s AI Chat Assistant “Copilot"
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 3/12/24 \nJoin us for an engaging webinar as we explore the revolutionary Microsoft AI Copilot\, an AI powered chat tool designed to enhance productivity.  As Microsoft plans on integrating Copilot into all its Office software along with the Bing browser and Windows 11 itself\, this will be a great opportunity to see what the future may bring to you and your learners Windows experience.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/first-flight-a-look-at-microsofts-ai-chat-assistant-copilot/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T203000
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 3/11/24 \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-022724/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T203000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 3/6/24 \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-030624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 3/4/24 \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-remotely-or-in-person-030424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240207T201950Z
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SUMMARY:A.I. Tools for Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 2/29/24 \nAre you a teacher? Do you need MORE TIME for prep work\, planning\, giving feedback to learners\, and creating differentiated materials? (If you said “no\,” we don’t believe you.) Join this webinar to learn how you can use generative artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools to support all the behind-the-scenes work of teaching. Panelists Kelly O’Brien\, Jill Carlson\, and Barbara Gorski will share how they use ChatGPT and Magic School to streamline tasks so they can focus more on…well\, actually teaching. There will be plenty of examples as well as time for questions and discussion. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/a-i-tools-for-teachers/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T203000
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UID:10001939-1709145000-1709152200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Topics in ABE Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/28/24 \nWhat do welcoming spaces in adult education look like? How can we make sure LGBTQIA+ learners\, volunteers and professionals feel they belong? In this session\, ABE professionals in the LGBTQIA+ community will invite participants to reflect on and discuss topics of gender and sexuality in ESL/ABE classrooms and instruction. Participants will brainstorm how to include more queer representation in adult education curricula\, program environments and materials. Presenters will provide lesson examples for teaching gender-inclusive language. It is our intention to create a space where participants are welcome but not required to share aspects of their identity or experiences related to the topic.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/lgbtqia-topics-in-abe-spaces-022824/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240104T214225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T163124Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 2/26/24 \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/core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-022624/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
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SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility Options
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 2/22/24 \nEmbracing digital equity\, computer companies continue to make efforts to foster an inclusive environment. As users\, we must also try to share such technology with students to address individual needs. By exploring these features\, we empower ourselves to create a more accessible and equitable digital world.  Join us to discover computer and browser features that may benefit your students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/digital-accessibility-options/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T203000
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CREATED:20240108T185342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T185342Z
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SUMMARY:Phonics in Beginning ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/21/24 \nPhonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But\, many teachers and tutors lack the knowledge\, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave with several ideas for phonics activities and resources to bring back to your teaching and tutoring sessions. \nThis session will be most useful to tutors and teachers working with beginning literacy\, low beginning and high beginning English language learners.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/phonics-in-beginning-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
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UID:10001917-1708453800-1708461000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 2/20/24 \n 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-022024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T203000
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CREATED:20240104T213923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T163145Z
UID:10001910-1708367400-1708374600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 2/19/24 \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/core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-021924/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T182049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T163206Z
UID:10001908-1707762600-1707769800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 2/12/24 \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/core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-021224/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240108T185311Z
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SUMMARY:Essential Zoom Skills for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/9/24 \nJoin this hands-on session to learn and practice essential Zoom skills for the virtual classroom that may not be in your repertoire if your experience with the platform is limited to meetings with friends and colleagues at work. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nTurning off participants’ cameras and microphones.\nRe-naming participants.\nSharing your screen.\nAnnotating your screen.\nSetting up and visiting breakout rooms.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/essential-zoom-skills-for-online-instruction/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240104T214014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T214014Z
UID:10001914-1707310800-1707318000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/7/24 \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-remotely-or-in-person-020724/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T182123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T163230Z
UID:10001907-1707157800-1707165000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 2/5/24 \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/core-training-module-1-overview-of-minnesota-adult-education-and-program-accountability-020524/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240104T214036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T214049Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 2/1/24 \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-020124/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20231129T160622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T160622Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Somali People: History\, Culture and Migration to Minnesota Presented by CAIR-MN
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/30/24 \nPresenter: Jaylani Hussein is currently the executive director of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN). Hussein worked as the Community Liaison Officer at Metro State University and as a Planner for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. In 2013\, he created Zeila Consultants to develop and offer cross-cultural training workshops on East African cultures. Hussein has presented on the Somali Culture to diverse public and private organizations across the US. He specializes in the areas of urban planning\, community development\, youth development (with over 8 years’ experience in working in juvenile treatment centers for court adjudicated youth)\, legal and civil rights. \nDescription: Somalis 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-history-culture-and-migration-to-minnesota-presented-by-cair-mn/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T220009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T173443Z
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SUMMARY:Update ABE Hotline information on SiD
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline: WED. 1/24/24 \nIf you’re a new program coordinator or teacher\, or just need a refresher on updating your program classes and information\, this training is for you! Literacy Minnesota is partnering up with SiD to show you how to update the your information in SiD. he hotline page is an essential resource as the first point of contact for students and learners to connect with an ABE program in their area. This training is for new ABE staff who uses SiD to update program service\, and any other staff that needs a refresher for updating program information in SiD. This training is free for all Minnesota ABE staff.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/update-abe-hotline-information-on-sid/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T182018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T182018Z
UID:10001906-1706014800-1706022000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/23/24 \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-012324/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T181946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T181946Z
UID:10001905-1705948200-1705955400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Tips and Strategies for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 1/22/24 \nDuring the early days of the pandemic\, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction opened up\, many learners chose to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to learn and see modeled tips and strategies for teaching and tutoring online\, and determine how to bring them back to your context. This session is appropriate for educators working with both English language learners and adult education students. (Note: This session does not include technical how-to skills for using Zoom or other platforms.)
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tips-and-strategies-for-online-instruction-012224/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T181848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T230044Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 1/17/24 \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/core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-011724/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20240103T160244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T160244Z
UID:10001903-1705064400-1705071600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/12/24 \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-esl-learners-011224/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
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SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 12/15/23 \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-121523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20231010T173415Z
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SUMMARY:Racial Equity 201 with Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/11/23 \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-with-jimmie-heags/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20230807T170806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T170806Z
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SUMMARY:Tips and Strategies for Adult Education Math Tutors
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/11/23 \nJoin us for this interactive session and pick up some ideas that will maximize your impact as a math tutor. This webinar will be appropriate for volunteers assisting a teacher in a math classroom as well as those leading their own classes\, small groups or one-to-one sessions. Topics covered will include: \n\nLevels of Math Knowing.\nProcedural vs Conceptual Understanding.\nStrategies for Fostering Independent Learning.\nAsking Facilitating Questions.\nProductive Struggle.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tips-and-strategies-for-adult-education-math-tutors-121123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20231010T225559Z
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SUMMARY:2023 VIRTUAL Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/7/23 \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. \n\nEvent Location: Virtual\, via Zoom\nCost: Free for participants in Minnesota; $20 for participants outside of Minnesota\nThe deadline to register is December 7\, 2023.\n\nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through 12 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.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2023-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T095405
CREATED:20230807T170427Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/4/23 \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-120423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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