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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T130000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Internationally-Trained Professionals: Workforce Challenges & Innovative Solutions for Integration
DESCRIPTION:If you work with highly skilled immigrants\, you won’t want to miss this LINCS event. The presenter will provide an overview of the unique challenges internationally-trained professionals face integrating into the U.S. workforce. You will hear about a variety of innovative programs working to support the integration of internationally-trained professionals into the U.S workforce. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-internationally-trained-professionals-workforce-challenges-innovative-solutions-for-integration/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T163000
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SUMMARY:LACES Demo Webinars
DESCRIPTION:As part of the statewide transition from SSWS to LACES by LiteracyPro for our adult education data management system\, Shannon Stangis will be providing webinars at the days and times below to preview some of the features and functionality of the new system. All are welcome to join the webinars which will be recorded and archived. We hope you can join!\n\nThe Zoom link may be used to join both sessions – there is no registration form. \n\nSave these dates:\n\nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023 at 3 pm EST \n \nTuesday\, January 9\, 2024 at 3 pm EST
URL:https://valrc.org/event/laces-demo-webinars/2023-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T170000
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SUMMARY:ATLAS: Cultivating Mathematical Literacy for English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Wait\, I’m not a math teacher! I want to incorporate numeracy into my ESL classroom\, but where do I even start?! How do I effectively address literacy and numeracy at the same time? Join Cindy Schultz and Meagan Hymes as they offer insights into these very real questions. You will get to see and experience routines that they have used with their ESL students in addition to hearing an administrator perspective on the hows and whys of supporting numeracy in language classrooms. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/atlas-cultivating-mathematical-literacy-for-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T130000
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CREATED:20231128T204608Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: The Never-Fail Writing Method
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to teach writing that never fails? Join the LINCS Reading and Writing Community for this event to learn more about the Never Fail Writing Method! During this engaging event you will hear from our guest\, the legendary adult educator Kate Nonesuch\, about how she teaches appreciative writing feedback to her students and how they use what they learn to give positive feedback to others. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-the-never-fail-writing-method/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T184458
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SUMMARY:COABE: Helping Your Students Identify\, Develop\, and Utilize Their (not so) Soft Skills
DESCRIPTION:Adult education students have strong transferable skills (aka\, soft skills). They just don’t know it yet! Leadership\, communication\, and critical thinking skills are being cultivated daily by hard-working adult learners. Employers value and seek these crucial competencies. In this webinar\, we’ll share powerful student-written stories and classroom activities that demonstrate simple ways to teach basic skills in a way that enables students to identify and amplify the transferable skills essential for employability. Presented by Cynthia Peters and Jen Denton. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-helping-your-students-identify-develop-and-utilize-their-not-so-soft-skills/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T141500
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Creating Accessible and Inclusive Learning Coffee Break: Reflections & Looking Ahead to 2024
DESCRIPTION:As we prepare to wind down 2024\, join the LINCS Learners with Disabilities Community to reflect upon your work to serve all learners in your program. What worked well and what could be improved upon as you move into 2024? Come to hear from others about their successes and challenges and share your own. Let’s share our resources to make 2024 even more accessible for adult learners! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-creating-accessible-and-inclusive-learning-coffee-break-reflections-looking-ahead-to-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T213000
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Racial Equity 201 with Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, it is recommended that you take any basic diversity\, equity and inclusion class or training before you take this session\, but it is not required. \nThis class will define and explore the origins of the white supremacy class and caste systems in the United States and the racial trauma caused as a result of these systems. The session will provide learners with a mental model for understanding and disrupting white supremacy classism and its impact on mental health. Participants will be introduced to mindfulness activities discussed in Resmaa Menakem’s book My Grandmother’s Hands for processing internalized racial embodied reflexes and trauma. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-racial-equity-201-with-jimmie-heags/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Elevating Learning with Infographics
DESCRIPTION:In today’s information-rich world\, effective communication of complex ideas is vital. Join the LINCS Science Community and discover the power of infographics as we explore crafting engaging and easily digestible visuals to convey educational concepts and learning outcomes. Explore examples and create your own infographics with us. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-elevating-learning-with-infographics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T160000
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CREATED:20231205T172535Z
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SUMMARY:GEDTS: Mobile GED Testing: Expand the Reach of the Exam
DESCRIPTION:Every state has regions that could use better access to GED testing. Want to increase opportunities to test but have a fixed testing center? One solution might be to set up Mobile Testing.\nTune into this session to learn all the details of how Mobile Testing works\, how to put together a Mobile site\, and how to address common questions and concerns.\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\n\n*Please note that this is a GEDTS offering and not a VALRC offering. We are unable to assist in registration or to provide archives of the event.\n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/mobile-ged-testing-expand-the-reach-of-the-exam/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T130000
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CREATED:20231128T212913Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Partnering with Programs to Improve Student Outcomes in Rural America
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested to learn more about reaching rural students? Join the Professional Development LINCS Group and guest presenter Lori Looney of Partners for Rural Impact to deepen your understanding of the unique needs of rural students. Learn about grant-funded initiatives in rural America that intersect with adult education and explore innovative opportunities for adult education services in rural areas of the United States. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-partnering-with-programs-to-improve-student-outcomes-in-rural-america/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T143000
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SUMMARY:EdTech Center @ World Education: EdTech Strategy Sessions: ChatGPT for ESOL
DESCRIPTION:During the December Strategy Session\, hear two lightning talks highlighting the practical ways adult educators are finding use for generative AI in the classroom. Yeonjai Rah has uncovered a variety of uses for ChatGPT in her ESOL class\, including strategies that help learners build AI awareness with language skills. When Shawn Chattin saw the disruption caused by generative AI in his work with international students\, he decided to focus on a more localized approach. In his new role at Literacy Pittsburgh\, he’s using GAI tools to leverage stories that draw from the local community and learners to promote language learning. Join the EdTech Center to hear their insights from 1-2:00 and don’t forget both speakers will be available in a breakout room from 2-2:30 to answer your questions and continue the conversation. You don’t want to miss this! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/edtech-center-world-education-edtech-strategy-sessions-chatgpt-for-esol/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T184458
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Teaching 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. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-reading-activities-for-beginning-literacy-and-beginning-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T160000
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CREATED:20231211T165238Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Walking the Walk\, and Talking the Talk: One State's Work to Put DEI in Action
DESCRIPTION:Diversity\, equity\, and inclusion are the topics of conversation in many organizations\, but how do you go beyond words to action? During this session\, we will be joined by Evonne Peters\, Director\, and Karen Greaves\, Instruction and PD Specialist of Massachusetts’ SABES ELA Curriculum\, and Instruction PD Center\, as they share how their organization demonstrates its commitment to diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in adult education. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-walking-the-walk-and-talking-the-talk-one-states-work-to-put-dei-in-action/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T130000
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CREATED:20231128T223414Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: What can ABE Math Instructors Learn from Each Other?
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to advance adult education practices in math and numeracy by joining the LINCS community for this exciting event. We will discuss the research from a dissertation study conducted in Fall 2023\, where 38 Adult Basic Education (ABE) Math and Numeracy Instructors were interviewed about their math identity. We will share lessons learned from these interviews to include valuable insights into the experiences\, perspectives\, and challenges ABE Math and Numeracy Instructors face. This event will foster a sense of community and collaboration among math and numeracy practitioners\, allowing them to learn from each other’s experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss best practices for promoting a positive math identity among adult learners. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-what-can-abe-math-instructors-learn-from-each-other/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T184458
CREATED:20231128T223559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T223559Z
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SUMMARY:COABE: How to Utilize Paid and Free Resources to Boost Student Enrollment in your Local Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you have $1\,000 to spend on recruiting new students to your program? Do you have no money at all? Come learn both free and paid ways to boost the number of students you have in your program. Hear what the Connecticut Association for Adult and Continuing Education did as a state\, and what several local programs did with limited funding. Print\, TV\, mail\, digital marketing\, and social media will be discussed. Presented by Dr. Anthony Mangiafico and Kristin Hempel.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-how-to-utilize-paid-and-free-resources-to-boost-student-enrollment-in-your-local-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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