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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/15/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-121525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T144500
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SUMMARY:2025 Virtual Literacy Volunteer Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/11/25 \nCost: FREE for participants in Minnesota and Wisconsin; $25 for participants outside of Minnesota or Wisconsin. Registration is not refundable\, but recordings and materials will be available to registrants after the conference. \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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. The conference is virtual\, on Zoom. \nGet Ready To: \n\nLearn new strategies and ideas through a keynote presentation and concurrent session offerings.\nGet practical resources you can use right away.\nNetwork and share your professional wisdom with colleagues.\nEarn CEUs.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2025-virtual-literacy-volunteer-management-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T153000
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SUMMARY:Ellii December Webinar: Keepin’ It Real: Examples from Your Minnesota Colleagues
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 12/10/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nIn this session\, we’ll showcase examples of how Minnesota adult education teachers are using Ellii in their classes and for distance learning. Come learn from your peers about the activities and resources that they and their learners have loved. \n\nAudience: Teachers and volunteers who are using or interested in using Ellii\, all levels\nDo I need an Ellii teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here)\, but not required.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-december-webinar-keepin-it-real-examples-from-your-minnesota-colleagues/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20251031T210345Z
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SUMMARY:Chart Your Course with Exact Path!
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 12/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin us for an introduction to Exact Path\, a state-supported (no additional cost) distance learning platform for individualized instruction and practice in reading\, language arts\, and math. You’ll learn how to find Exact Path within the Edmentum platform\, assign diagnostic assessments\, manage individual student Learning Paths\, and use reports to monitor progress and track DL proxy hours. The training will be interactive and will include time for hands-on practice and questions. \n\nSession audience: Teachers\, coordinators\, managers\, and support staff interested in using Exact Path with learners\nDo I need an Edmentum staff account to attend this session? Yes\, an account will be very helpful. You can request one here.\nHow do I join the session? Register above\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/chart-your-course-with-exact-path/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
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SUMMARY:Apex & Pointful CTE Courses Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 12/1/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nDid you know that there are state-supported online curricula to help learners explore careers and prepare to earn industry-recognized credentials? Learn more about these Pointful CTE courses and how to access them on the Apex platform. Courses with credential preparation include: \n\nArchitectural Design I: Prepare for the AutoDesk Certified User in AutoCAD exam.\nLEED Green Associate: Learn about the LEED process and sustainable design and construction. Prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam.\nJava SE 8: Learn the basics of programming in Java and prepare for an Oracle Certification exam.\nDrones: Remote Pilot: Begin preparing for the FAA exam to become a Certificated Remote Pilot.\n\nOther Pointful courses include Career Exploration in Healthcare\, Dentistry\, and Finance; three courses related to early childhood and general education; Personal Finance; Entrepreneurship and Small Business; Project Management; Cybersecurity; Construction; and Building Maintenance. View the complete course list here and request a staff account here. \n\nSession audience: Teachers\, coordinators\, managers\, and support staff interested in offering career-focused courses\nDo I need an Apex staff account to attend this session? Not necessarily\, but an account will be helpful. You can request one here.\nHow do I join the session? Register above\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/apex-pointful-cte-courses-qa-session/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T203000
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SUMMARY:I Hear You! Effective Listening Instruction for English Language Learners - Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/20/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nCome learn how explicit listening instruction builds a foundation for literacy skills and fosters independence for language learners. This workshop will identify authentic learning tasks that English learners encounter daily\, try out a variety of listening activities across multiple levels\, and discuss which explicit listening strategies are used for each one. Participants will leave with ideas for listening tasks that can be used in remote or in-person instruction.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/i-hear-you-effective-listening-instruction-for-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T160000
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SUMMARY:AI Crash Course - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nAI Crash Course 2025\nNovember 4\, 11\, 18 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nThis FREE webinar series is open to all adult education staff and volunteers. Please register for the series and attend the sessions that work for your schedule. \nSession 1: What is AI? What are effective prompts?\nTUE. 11/4/25 \nA beginner-friendly introduction to working with AI. Learn what AI is\, how to access and navigate AI platforms\, and how to create effective prompts (i.e.\, help the AI “understand” what you want it to do). \nSession 2: AI for Teaching\nTUE. 11/11/25\n \nStart learning how to use MagicSchool AI\, an AI platform developed for teachers. It has tools to support you with many common tasks\, including: \n\nCreating academic texts\, lessons\, worksheets\, and rubrics\nDrafting unit plans and course syllabi\nBrainstorming ideas for choice boards\, differentiation\, and accommodations\nAnd much\, much more!\n\nSession 3: Now what? AI Literacy for EVERYONE\nTUE. 11/18/25 \nDiscuss what AI literacy means and why it matters: for learners\, teachers\, administrators\, and everyone. Consider how we can support appropriate\, responsible\, and ethical use of AI tools. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link to join the sessions.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk at support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com.\nSessions will be recorded and shared on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.\nCEUs will be available.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-crash-course-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T171900Z
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SUMMARY:Ellii November Webinar: Admin & Support Staff Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nIf you manage Ellii classes and learner accounts\, run Ellii participation reports for DL hours\, or otherwise support learners and teachers using Ellii for distance learning\, then this session is for you! We’ll talk about some successes and failures we’ve encountered so far; share some tips\, tricks\, and hacks; and have time for questions\, venting (if needed)\, and troubleshooting. BYOB. \n\nAudience: Coordinators\, managers\, and support staff in programs using the state-supported Ellii plan for distance learning proxy hours\nDo I need an Ellii teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here)\, but not required.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-november-webinar-admin-support-staff-coffee-break/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250824T022402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T195131Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/17/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-111725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250823T121458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194409Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/14/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-111425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250821T205506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152937Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/12/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-111225/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20251010T203206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T163524Z
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SUMMARY:AI Crash Course - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 11/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nAI Crash Course 2025\nNovember 4\, 11\, 18 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nThis FREE webinar series is open to all adult education staff and volunteers. Please register for the series and attend the sessions that work for your schedule. \nSession 1: What is AI? What are effective prompts?\nTUE. 11/4/25 \nA beginner-friendly introduction to working with AI. Learn what AI is\, how to access and navigate AI platforms\, and how to create effective prompts (i.e.\, help the AI “understand” what you want it to do). \nSession 2: AI for Teaching\nTUE. 11/11/25\n \nStart learning how to use MagicSchool AI\, an AI platform developed for teachers. It has tools to support you with many common tasks\, including: \n\nCreating academic texts\, lessons\, worksheets\, and rubrics\nDrafting unit plans and course syllabi\nBrainstorming ideas for choice boards\, differentiation\, and accommodations\nAnd much\, much more!\n\nSession 3: Now what? AI Literacy for EVERYONE\nTUE. 11/18/25\n \nDiscuss what AI literacy means and why it matters: for learners\, teachers\, administrators\, and everyone. Consider how we can support appropriate\, responsible\, and ethical use of AI tools. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link to join the sessions.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk at support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com.\nSessions will be recorded and shared on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.\nCEUs will be available.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-crash-course-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20251016T223248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T164820Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Start at the Very Beginning: Instruction for Literacy Level Adult Learners - Presented by Andrea Echelberger
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/7/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nDo you work with an adult learner or a class of learners who are just beginning to read and write? Tutoring literacy level adult ESL learners has unique rewards and challenges. There are very few textbooks aimed at this level\, and it can be difficult to break down their learning goals into smaller\, achievable steps. This session will cover suggested goals\, processes\, and activities for helping an adult ESL learner get successfully started on the road to literacy.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/lets-start-at-the-very-beginning-instruction-for-literacy-level-adult-learners/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250821T195352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152601Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/5/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-110525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20251010T202904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T163649Z
UID:10002297-1762268400-1762272000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:AI Crash Course - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: On the date of each webinar \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nAI Crash Course 2025\nNovember 4\, 11\, 18 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nThis FREE webinar series is open to all adult education staff and volunteers. Please register for the series and attend the sessions that work for your schedule. \nSession 1: What is AI? What are effective prompts?\nTUE. 11/4/25 \nA beginner-friendly introduction to working with AI. Learn what AI is\, how to access and navigate AI platforms\, and how to create effective prompts (i.e.\, help the AI “understand” what you want it to do). \nSession 2: AI for Teaching\nTUE. 11/11/25\n \nStart learning how to use MagicSchool AI\, an AI platform developed for teachers. It has tools to support you with many common tasks\, including: \n\nCreating academic texts\, lessons\, worksheets\, and rubrics\nDrafting unit plans and course syllabi\nBrainstorming ideas for choice boards\, differentiation\, and accommodations\nAnd much\, much more!\n\nSession 3: Now what? AI Literacy for EVERYONE\nTUE. 11/18/25 \nDiscuss what AI literacy means and why it matters: for learners\, teachers\, administrators\, and everyone. Consider how we can support appropriate\, responsible\, and ethical use of AI tools. \nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link to join the sessions.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk at support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com.\nSessions will be recorded and shared on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.\nCEUs will be available.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ai-crash-course-session-1/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250823T123219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194802Z
UID:10002275-1762194600-1762201800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/3/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-110325/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250821T194459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152508Z
UID:10002262-1761762600-1761769800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/29/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-102925/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250908T202256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T194754Z
UID:10002284-1761748200-1761751800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Ellii October Webinar: What Can I Teach with Ellii?
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/29/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThis session will provide an overview of the rich selection of content available for teachers in the Ellii platform. We’ll show you some concrete examples of resource sets for various topics and levels and discuss options for customization. We’ll also take a quick tour of the Ventures collections for teachers using this textbook series. There will be time for questions and discussion. \n\nAudience: Teachers and volunteers who are using or interested in using Ellii\, all levels\nDo I need an Ellii teacher account to attend this session? No. An account is helpful (get one here)\, but not required.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-october-webinar-what-can-i-teach-with-ellii/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250908T214753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T173557Z
UID:10002288-1761663600-1761667200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:MobyMax: Focus on Content Standards and Assignments
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/28/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin us for a deep dive into MobyMax content and the CCRS! You’ll learn how to find and assign MobyMax lessons that are aligned to specific CCR/Common Core standards in math and English language arts. We’ll also discuss ways to make the most of diagnostic assessment and placement test data and tips for managing assignments in open-enrollment classes. \n\nAudience: Teachers and instructional staff or volunteers who use (or are interested in using) MobyMax for distance learning\nDo I need a MobyMax teacher account to attend this session? Yes\, it will be very helpful to know your login credentials before attending this session. You can request a state-supported account here under “Key Information.”\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/mobymax-focus-on-content-standards-and-assignments/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250823T124840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194900Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/27/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-102725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250821T193706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152350Z
UID:10002261-1761157800-1761165000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/22/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-102225/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250922T180558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T180534Z
UID:10002290-1760985000-1760992200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Integrated Pronunciation Instruction for Increased Intelligibility Presented by Suzanne Gilchrist McCurdy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/20/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nEffective pronunciation instruction that prioritizes intelligibility can greatly support learners both inside and outside the classroom. Yet\, many teachers struggle to identify which pronunciation features to focus on and how to seamlessly integrate them into their lessons. This session will help participants refine their pronunciation diagnostic skills\, determine key pronunciation features to address\, and explore practical ways to incorporate pronunciation instruction into everyday classroom activities.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/integrated-pronunciation-instruction-for-increased-intelligibility-presented-by-suzanne-gilchrist-mccurdy/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250824T021222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T195028Z
UID:10002278-1760101200-1760108400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/10/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-101025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250915T223509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T160042Z
UID:10002289-1759775400-1759782600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Racial Equity 101 Presented by Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/6/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin presenter Jimmie Heags\, Jr.\, MA\, LSC\, LPCC\, LADC\, ACS\, for this session that exposes how race is defined and how racism impacts individuals and institutions. The session will provide learners with a framework for understanding and disrupting the attitudes and structures that perpetuate inequality. Participants will be introduced to basic interventions to identify and disrupt racialized mindsets and practices that promote equity. Interventions will include how to be an anti-racist. \nObjectives include the following: \n\nDefine the nature of race and racism and their origins and impact.\nExamine the concepts of white privilege and white fragility.\nUnderstand the nature of microaggressions and their impact.\nDevelop interventions for disrupting racist mindsets.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/racial-equity-101-presented-by-jimmie-heags-100625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250708T161425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154136Z
UID:10002251-1759482000-1759503600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Digital Learning Institute
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/3/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThis FREE professional development event will support adult education staff and volunteers in building awareness and expertise around distance and digital learning. The DL Institute is for everyone – teachers\, volunteers\, administrators\, support staff – and will include sessions for participants at all levels of technical skill and confidence. \nTopics will include: \n\nDistance & Blended Learning Basics for Minnesota Adult Education – Participants who attend all four sessions can fulfill this training requirement for staff involved with distance learning.\nStarting\, sustaining\, and growing your distance learning programming\nDistance learning platforms\nDigital literacy and resilience\nTechnology tools and routines\nNetworking and building community among digital literacy practitioners\n\nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the opening session. Links to subsequent sessions will be provided in a flyer\, which will be shared closer to the event.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk.\nMost sessions will be recorded and shared on the MN ABE PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/digital-learning-institute/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250823T120636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194318Z
UID:10002272-1759257000-1759264200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/30/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-093025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250908T214443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T173427Z
UID:10002287-1758879000-1758884400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to MobyMax
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/26/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThis is a beginner-level training for anyone new to using MobyMax (or anyone who would like a refresher). The training will provide a general overview of the platform and cover essential tasks for teachers and support staff\, including managing your student roster and licenses\, creating groups and shared classes\, adjusting module settings\, creating assignments\, monitoring progress\, and proxy hour reporting. \n\nAudience: Teachers\, administrators\, and support staff who use (or are interested in using) MobyMax for distance learning\nDo I need a MobyMax teacher account to attend this session? Yes\, it will be very helpful to know your login credentials before attending this session. You can request a state-supported account here under “Key Information.” You should also discuss with your coordinator/manager how MobyMax student licenses are managed at your site.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/introduction-to-mobymax/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250823T122305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194720Z
UID:10002274-1758718800-1758726000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/24/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-092425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250714T163833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155046Z
UID:10002255-1757961000-1757968200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 9/15/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-091525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045050
CREATED:20250714T173753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155111Z
UID:10002254-1757010600-1757017800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 9/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\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-090425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
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