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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/22/22 \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-112222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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SUMMARY:Remote Instruction: Realities\, Recommendations and Essential Zoom Skills
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/21/22 \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 open up\, many learners have chosen to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to prepare yourself for the basics of online tutoring and instruction. We’ll face the sometimes difficult realities\, find solutions and practice essential Zoom skills for the classroom that may not be in your repertoire\, if your experience with the platform is limited to meetings with friends and colleagues at work.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/remote-instruction-realities-recommendations-and-essential-zoom-skills/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T150000
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SUMMARY:Helping Students Build Word Part Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/18/22 \nTeaching word parts (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/helping-students-build-word-part-knowledge-111822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/15/22 \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-111522/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
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SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 \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-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220923T211721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T143657Z
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SUMMARY:Edmentum New User & Refresher Training: Courseware and Exact Path
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/14/22 \nKatie Janis from Edmentum will provide training for teachers who are getting started or want to review how to use Edmentum (Plato) Courseware and Exact Path for distance learning.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edmentum-new-user-refresher-training-courseware-and-exact-path/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/10/22 \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-111022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T203000
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SUMMARY:Teaching the Notes and Melodies: Incorporating Effective Pronunciation Instruction into EL Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/9/22 \nEnglish pronunciation is a challenge for teachers and learners alike! In order for learners to be able to add the features of English pronunciation to their speaking toolbox\, they need explicit instruction so that they can hear and produce the target sounds and rhythms. In this in-person training\, learn about techniques to teach pronunciation that will be helpful for learners from a variety of language backgrounds and English language levels\, and multisensory activities that can be used during in-person or remote instruction that go far beyond “listen and repeat.” The training will also discuss the importance of focusing on intelligibility in contrast to accent reduction\, and provide suggestions for incorporating the techniques and activities into existing curriculum rather than stand-alone classes.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-the-notes-and-melodies-incorporating-effective-pronunciation-instruction-into-el-lessons/
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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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/8/22 \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-110822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220808T215825Z
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UID:10001592-1667413800-1667421000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/2/22 \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-110222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220711T143748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143748Z
UID:10001566-1667327400-1667334600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/1/22 \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-110122/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220808T215935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T215948Z
UID:10001594-1666809000-1666816200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Writing Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/26/22 \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-102622/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220711T143704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143704Z
UID:10001565-1666636200-1666643400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22 \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-102422/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220923T211648Z
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SUMMARY:Edmentum Exact Path Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/24/22 \nKatie Janis from Edmentum will provide a training on using Exact Path for diagnostic assessments and individualized Learning Paths in reading\, language arts\, and math. Exact Path is a relatively new feature that is now available for all Minnesota adult education teachers using the state-supported Edmentum (Plato) account for distance learning.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/edmentum-exact-path-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220725T153656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T153656Z
UID:10001580-1666173600-1666180800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/19/22 \nTeaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this in-person workshop 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/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220825T161212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T161245Z
UID:10001619-1666117800-1666125000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Helping Students Build Word Part Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/18/22 \nTeaching word parts (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/helping-students-build-word-part-knowledge-101822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220711T143518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143518Z
UID:10001563-1666031400-1666038600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/17/22 \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-101722/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220914T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T173950Z
UID:10001633-1665651600-1665658800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Afghan History\, Culture and Language and the Adult Education Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 10/13/22 \nHundreds of refugees from Afghanistan now call Minnesota home and many have shown up in adult education classrooms around the state. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Afghan learners. The session will include information on Afghan history\, culture\, language and life in the US. Participants will also reflect on how they can apply this new knowledge to their work with Afghan adult education students. \nBy the Afghan Cultural Society of Minnesota in collaboration with Literacy Minnesota.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/afghan-history-culture-and-language-and-the-adult-education-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220808T215759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T215759Z
UID:10001591-1665513000-1665520200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/11/22 \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-101122/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081824
CREATED:20220711T143342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143342Z
UID:10001561-1665426600-1665433800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/10/22 \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-101022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221005T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220808T215728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T215728Z
UID:10001590-1664994600-1665001800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/5/22 \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-100522/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221003T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220711T143140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143140Z
UID:10001559-1664821800-1664829000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/3/22 \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-100322/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220808T205745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T205745Z
UID:10001589-1664445600-1664452800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Refining Your Teacher Talk
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 9/29/22 \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-092922/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220711T143558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T143558Z
UID:10001564-1664389800-1664397000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/28/22 \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-092822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220808T204816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T204816Z
UID:10001588-1664303400-1664310600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Phonics in Adult ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/27/22 \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-092722/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220926T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220808T204734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T204734Z
UID:10001587-1664217000-1664224200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary Remotely or In Person
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 9/26/22 \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-092622/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220830T220829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T220829Z
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SUMMARY:Karen History\, Culture and Language and the Adult Education Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 9/22/22 \nHundreds of Karen learners have attended adult education classes in Minnesota\, primarily in Saint Paul\, Albert Lea and Worthington. Join this session to gain essential background knowledge in order to intersect your own culture with that of Karen learners. The session will include information on Karen history\, culture\, life in the US and language. Participants will also reflect on how they can apply this new knowledge to their work with Karen adult education students.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/karen-history-culture-and-language-and-the-adult-education-classroom-092222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
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SUMMARY:Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/21/22 \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-092122/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220919T185052Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Approaches to Distance Learning
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 21\, 2:30–3:30 pm (immediately following WebChat\, optional) \nPresenters: Tom Cytron-Hysom\, Consultant/ABE Technology Grant Manager | Susan Wetenkamp-Brandt\, Senior Manager – Educational Technology & Digital Literacy at Literacy Minnesota \nThree years ago\, COVID turned the ABE world upside down as we pivoted to online classes overnight. We have time now for managers to take a deep breath\, review what we have learned\, and make strategic decisions about online and distance learning going forward.  Immediately following the September WebChat\, the MN Adult Education Distance Learning Team will facilitate a discussion on strategic approaches to distance learning. \nWe will take a brief break following the WebChat\, then continue in the same Zoom meeting for this portion. \n\nRegister now for the WebChat >>
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/strategic-approaches-to-distance-learning/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T081825
CREATED:20220808T203452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T203452Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/16/22 \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-091622/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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