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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 6/29/23 \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-062923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T120000
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Somali People: History\, Culture and Migration to Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/28/23 \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.\n\nThis training will be recorded.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/understanding-the-somali-people-history-culture-and-migration-to-minnesota-062823/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T120000
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/27/23 \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-062723/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T203000
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SUMMARY:Tips and Strategies for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/21/23 \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-062123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 6/19/23 \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-061923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230324T145301Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/16/23 \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-061623/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230503T163127Z
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SUMMARY:Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/16/23 \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-adult-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources-061623/
LOCATION:Literacy Minnesota – main office\, 700 Raymond Ave.\, Ste. 180\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
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SUMMARY:Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/13/23 \nTeaching Online: Support and Idea Swap session. \nLooking for new ideas \, excited about a new project or need a little advice with something you are already working with? Attend the  Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap. \nCome prepared to share\, ask\, and advise. Teachers often have more knowledge and good ideas than they believe. \nConsider these sessions as a informal support group for teachers from which you’ll leave with advice\, resources\, and a productive perspective. Possible topics for support and discussion during these sessions include: \n\nAccessibility options for classroom students and online lessons\nTeaching digital literacy skills to participate in blended and online classes\nLocating classroom ready lessons online\nBest practices and tips & tricks using instructional tech tools\nMaking and using instructional screencasts\n\nNo previous attendance required. \nJason Brazier (DL Team/Literacy Minnesota) will be facilitating and hosting this session.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-online-support-and-idea-swap-061423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230307T211518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T211627Z
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SUMMARY:How Adult Brains Learn Languages
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 6/9/23 \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-060923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230410T191911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T191911Z
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SUMMARY:Completing the Annual Volunteer Report
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 6/6/23 \nAre you ready to complete the Annual Volunteer Report using your data in SiD? Join data gurus Jenny Schlukebier and Mary Zimmerli  as they look over the report and discuss where the numbers come from. They’ll  also cover how to find and clean up potential errors in your SiD data. Finally\, they will reveal  SiD features and strategies for keeping your data current\, making next year’s reporting even easier.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/completing-the-annual-volunteer-report-060623/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230404T212816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T212816Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/24/23 \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-052423/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230307T211706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T184438Z
UID:10001722-1684490400-1684497600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/19/23 \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-adult-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources-051923/
LOCATION:Literacy Minnesota – main office\, 700 Raymond Ave.\, Ste. 180\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230324T144523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T181639Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/18/23 \nThis will be the last of three Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap sessions. \nParticipants can attend any or all of these sessions; there’s no requirement to attend all three. Participants should be prepared to articulate their current and urgent instructional issues and questions\, as well as be willing to provide their expertise and advice\, and share resources with others. Consider these sessions as a informal support group for teachers from which you’ll leave with advice\, resources\, and a productive perspective. Possible topics for support and discussion during these sessions include: \n\nAccessibility options for classroom students and online lessons\nIntegrating browser extensions in your teaching\nTeaching digital literacy skills to participate in blended and online classes\nLocating classroom ready lessons online\nThe state of broadband updates and digital equity planning\nSetting up and/or best practices for using Chromebooks\nBest practices and tips & tricks using instructional tech tools\nMaking and using instructional screencasts\n\nJason Brazier (DL Team/Literacy Minnesota) will be facilitating and hosting these sessions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-online-support-and-idea-swap-051823/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230324T145125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T145125Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/17/23 \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-051723/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230503T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T163253Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 5/16/23 \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-051623/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230328T173818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T173818Z
UID:10001741-1684175400-1684182600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 5/15/23 \nJessica Horning\, citizenship teacher for the Literacy Minnesota Open Door Learning Centers\, will share multiple ways to teach and review the content of the citizenship interview in fun\, interactive ways. Participants will receive links to online resources that can be used in one-on-one or small group teaching settings. Please note that this training will be recorded.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-citizenship-051523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230425T194430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T194430Z
UID:10001755-1683811800-1683815400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:EdReady Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/11/23 \nLearn how to get your students started with EdReady\, a state-supported distance learning platform for math and English language arts. EdReady can help adult learners prepare for college\, high school equivalency tests\, TABE tests\, and more.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edready-teacher-training/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230307T211742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T211742Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/10/23 \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-051023/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230330T193817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T193817Z
UID:10001744-1683730800-1683734400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Exact Path: New User & Refresher Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/10/23 \nExact Path is a feature within Edmentum Courseware that offers diagnostic assessments and individualized learning paths to fill in learners’ skill gaps in math\, reading\, and language arts. It is available to all Minnesota adult education teachers and students through our state-supported Edmentum license. Attend this webinar with our new Edmentum trainer\, Andrew Kappel\, to learn about using this tool with your students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/exact-path-new-user-refresher-training/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230330T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T193743Z
UID:10001743-1683126000-1683129600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Edmentum Courseware: New User & Refresher Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/3/23 \nEdmentum Courseware is a state-supported distance learning platform (i.e.\, available at no additional cost) with courses in language arts\, math\, science\, social studies\, career and technical education\, and more! Attend this webinar with our new Edmentum trainer\, Andrew Kappel\, to learn about (or review) using this platform with your students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edmentum-courseware-new-user-refresher-training-050323/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230329T210841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T210841Z
UID:10001742-1682436600-1682440200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:BASE SEL Courses - Overview\, Updates\, and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/25/23 \nHave you started using the online BASE SEL (social and emotional learning) courses with learners? Or are you not sure how to start\, or just interested in learning more? Join us for an introduction/refresher on these resources from BASE Consultant Kathy Hakes-Fastner. There will be time for questions\, sharing feedback\, and troubleshooting. \nFor more about using BASE to support the ACES/TIF standards\, see this article by Stephanie Sommers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/base-sel-courses-overview-updates-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlasabe.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BASE-logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230306T151720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T151720Z
UID:10001708-1682427600-1682434800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/25/23 \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-042523/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111353
CREATED:20230307T175636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T175653Z
UID:10001711-1682082000-1682089200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/21/23 \nLearning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people\, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma and chronic stress can come in many forms\, and impact people’s ability to learn new skills and process information in a variety of different ways. In this webinar\, learn how stress and trauma can manifest in the adult education classroom\, and learn about healing-centered teaching practices that can help to support positive learning behaviors and increase retention and learner comfort.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/trauma-informed-teaching-practices-for-adult-learners-042123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111354
CREATED:20221214T232349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T232349Z
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SUMMARY:How to Work Effectively with Muslims
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/19/23 \nJoin Jaylani Hussein of CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) MN for a proactive diversity training that bridges the gap of misunderstanding and provides resources to employers\, attorneys\, community leaders and educators. \nThis single diversity training will cover three different sections. \n1. First\, the presentation will open with a brief introduction on how to effectively work with Muslim learners by bringing awareness and eliminating a potential bias. This session will also include an interactive polling exercise. Participants will answer questions to both learn about Muslim culture\, while also learning ideas about unconscious bias. \n2. The second segment highlights Muslim demographics worldwide\, in the United States and in Minnesota. This section includes an in depth explanation of the religion and cultural norms\, including keywords\, holidays\, and customs held in Muslim culture\, and concludes with a discussion on how Muslims practice their beliefs\, emphasizing the continuum of diversity of practice within the religion. \n3. The third part of this presentation will include how to provide religious accommodations in an educational setting. It emphasizes: \na. the main practices for which school staff should expect a request for accommodation \nb. practices to be mindful of when interacting with Muslim learners
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/how-to-work-effectively-with-muslims-041923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230412T203000
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SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 4/12/23 \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 tutoring sessions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/working-with-literacy-and-beginning-level-esl-learners-041223/
LOCATION:Literacy Minnesota – main office\, 700 Raymond Ave.\, Ste. 180\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T203000
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 4/11/23 \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-041123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111354
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SUMMARY:Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 4/7/23 \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-040723/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111354
CREATED:20230324T144926Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 4/6/23 \nThis will be the first of three Teaching Online: Support and Idea Swap sessions. Participants can attend any or all of these sessions; there’s no requirement to attend all three. Participants should be prepared to articulate their current and urgent instructional issues and questions\, as well as be willing to provide their expertise and advice\, and share resources with others. Consider these sessions as a informal support group for teachers from which you’ll leave with advice\, resources\, and a productive perspective. Possible topics for support and discussion during these sessions include: \n\nAccessibility options for classroom students and online lessons\nIntegrating browser extensions in your teaching\nTeaching digital literacy skills to participate in blended and online classes\nLocating classroom ready lessons online\nThe state of broadband updates and digital equity planning\nSetting up and/or best practices for using Chromebooks\nBest practices and tips & tricks using instructional tech tools\nMaking and using instructional screencasts\n\nJason Brazier (DL Team/Literacy Minnesota) will be facilitating and hosting these sessions. \nTwo subsequent sessions are scheduled for Thursday\, May 4\, and Thursday\, May 18. You can get the links to attend on the ATLAS Events page: https://atlasabe.org/events/
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-online-support-and-idea-swap-040623/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111354
CREATED:20221220T201555Z
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 4/3/23 \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-040323/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T111354
CREATED:20221214T232312Z
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SUMMARY:Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 3/29/23 \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-adult-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources-032923/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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