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SUMMARY:VALRC: Science of Reading Overview
DESCRIPTION:This session presents a basic overview of the science of reading and effective reading instruction\, including alphabetics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. During the session\, we discuss strategies for each component of reading and how to use them in the classroom. Participants will leave with resources for teaching each component. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-science-of-reading-overview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T163000
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SUMMARY:Career Pathways Data Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Career coaches\, adult educators\, workforce professionals\, and colleagues are invited to attend a webinar featuring the Virginia Office of Education Economics (VOEE) on February 20 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. to learn more about the data analytics\, high-demand occupation list\, and customizable dashboards available by Virginia region. Learn how to make use of these fresh data insights for your program planning and client coaching from the VOEE team! \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/career-pathways-data-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T153000
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SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS: Harness the Power of Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Windmills has a proven history of assisting those with and without disabilities to better understand the culture of disability in the workplace. \nWe will be rotating the following modules: \n\nFact or Fiction: Jan 25\nWhose Fault: Feb 22\nPerspectives: Mar 28\nTaking Emotions out of Emotional Disabilities: Apr 25\nProfiles (coming May 23)\nAT and Reasonable Accommodations (coming June 27)\n\nPre-registration is required. Register HERE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/windmills-harness-the-power-of-inclusion/2024-02-22/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T170000
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SUMMARY:VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series\, Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to tackle the challenges of teaching multilevel ESOL classes? Are you looking to address the varied learning needs of individual students within one classroom and become an effective multi-level teacher? \nThis 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will discuss the characteristics of a multilevel class\, planning for differentiated instruction and implementing different classroom management strategies for effective instruction. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of what multilevel classroom needs consist of\, how to prepare and plan for individual students needs\, and strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in the adult ESOL multi-level classroom. The resources will include articles\, videos and supplemental materials. \nObjectives:\n\nUnderstand the factors of a multilevel classroom and how to identify the needs of all students.\nIdentify strategies to effectively differentiate instruction in both multi level classrooms as well as leveled ESOL classes while accommodating literacy learners and more advanced students.\nDiscuss next steps for implementation\, including adaptation of materials and strategies with a specific group of learners.\n\nSession 1 will focus on an overview of the multilevel classroom & differentiation strategies. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-multilevel-esol-classes-webinar-series-session-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240123T213708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T213708Z
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SUMMARY:LACES Demo: Data Outputs from LACES
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valrc.org/event/laces-demo-data-outputs-from-laces/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240222T155846Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC: Helping Your Students Identify\, Develop\, and Utilize Transferrable Skills Webinar with Cynthia Peters
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\, adult educator and The Change Agent editor Cynthia Peters shares powerful student-written stories and demonstrates classroom activities that teach basic skills in ways that enable students to identify and amplify the transferable skills essential for employability. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/transferrable-skills-with-cynthia-peters/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240117T183702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T183702Z
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SUMMARY:NEDP for Non-NEDP Staff
DESCRIPTION:The most successful National External Diploma Program (NEDP) providers take a whole-agency approach to NEDP.  Learners benefit when instructors\, administrators\, and support staff who have NOT been trained in NEDP understand the fundamentals of the program. \nJoin us for a one-hour crash course in NEDP for non-NEDP staff. Impress your coworkers with your fluency in NEDP terminology! Demolish your agency’s NEDP silo! \n\nTuesday\, March 12th at 1:00 p.m.\nThursday\, March 14th at 4:00 p.m.\n\nRegister for either session at https://casas-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd-iorjgsGNASu2k1mcvJjZszN-OuhDwC
URL:https://valrc.org/event/nedp-for-non-nedp-staff/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000
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CREATED:20240124T140047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T140047Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series\, Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to tackle the challenges of teaching multilevel ESOL classes? Are you looking to address the varied learning needs of individual students within one classroom and become an effective multi-level teacher? \nThis 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will discuss the characteristics of a multilevel class\, planning for differentiated instruction and implementing different classroom management strategies for effective instruction. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of what multilevel classroom needs consist of\, how to prepare and plan for individual students needs\, and strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in the adult ESOL multi-level classroom. The resources will include articles\, videos and supplemental materials. \nObjectives:\n\nUnderstand the factors of a multilevel classroom and how to identify the needs of all students.\nIdentify strategies to effectively differentiate instruction in both multi level classrooms as well as leveled ESOL classes while accommodating literacy learners and more advanced students.\nDiscuss next steps for implementation\, including adaptation of materials and strategies with a specific group of learners.\n\nSession 2 will focus on a deep dive of differentiation by the process and the product. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-multilevel-esol-classes-webinar-series-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240117T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T183821Z
UID:10000494-1710432000-1710435600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:NEDP for Non-NEDP Staff
DESCRIPTION:The most successful National External Diploma Program (NEDP) providers take a whole-agency approach to NEDP.  Learners benefit when instructors\, administrators\, and support staff who have NOT been trained in NEDP understand the fundamentals of the program. \nJoin us for a one-hour crash course in NEDP for non-NEDP staff. Impress your coworkers with your fluency in NEDP terminology! Demolish your agency’s NEDP silo! \n\nTuesday\, March 12th at 1:00 p.m.\nThursday\, March 14th at 4:00 p.m.\n\nRegister for either session at https://casas-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd-iorjgsGNASu2k1mcvJjZszN-OuhDwC
URL:https://valrc.org/event/nedp-for-non-nedp-staff-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240212T214500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T152747Z
UID:10000529-1711033200-1711040400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC ESOL Beginning Literacy Webinar Series: Using the Language Experience Approach to Integrate the Components of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Do you work with adult ESOL learners who are building their literacy skills? Are you looking for an engaging and asset-based approach to ESOL beginning literacy instruction that allows for the integration of all four components of reading? \nThis webinar will present strategies for utilizing the language experience approach (LEA) in the ESOL educational setting as a strategy for integrating all four components of reading–alphabetics\, vocabulary\, fluency\, and comprehension–into instruction. We will discuss LEA\, walk through the steps of implementing it\, and look at strategies for using the student-generated text for activities related to all four components of reading. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of the language experience approach\, how it benefits ESOL beginning literacy instruction\, and strategies for implementing this strategy in the adult ESOL classroom. The resources will include options for ESOL beginning literacy curricula and supplemental materials.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-esol-beginning-literacy-webinar-series-using-the-language-experience-approach-to-integrate-the-components-of-reading/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240320T125928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T125928Z
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SUMMARY:The Little Things You Can Do to Make a Big Impact on GED® Math Performance
DESCRIPTION:Content Session: \nThe Little Things You Can Do to Make a Big Impact on GED® Math Performance\nPresenter:  Ronald Allan Cruz\nDescription:  Sometimes the little things students ignore could mean the difference between passing or failing the GED® Mathematical Reasoning Test. This session will focus on what teachers need to pay attention to in terms of what students do during problem-solving exercises that could help significantly improve students’ performance on the test. This session will also suggest strategies to break those bad math habits and provide tips to sustain effective problem-solving practices.\n\nTopic of the Day: How can you break the cycle of those students who score between 140 and 144?\nPresenter(s): Kelly Dages (Fifth Theory)\, Ann Evers\, GED Testing Service\nDescription: Do you have a student that:\n\nGets a Green on GED Ready test but doesn’t pass the GED test?\nRepeatedly scores between a 140-144 on the GED test?\nWon’t schedule the GED test or does\, but then doesn’t show up for it?\n\nThe GED TestPrepped Coaching Program Course will teach you how to break these cycles.  \nThe program will help you identify non-academic skills where your students struggle such as\, Motivation\, Responsibility\, Confidence\, Resiliency\, etc. Learn how to\nwork with your students to build a successful test-taking mindset.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/the-little-things-you-can-do-to-make-a-big-impact-on-ged-math-performance/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T151920Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC: Science of Reading Overview
DESCRIPTION:This session presents a basic overview of the science of reading and effective reading instruction\, including alphabetics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. During the session\, we discuss strategies for each component of reading and how to use them in the classroom. Participants will leave with resources for teaching each component. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-science-of-reading-overview-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240116T203415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T212631Z
UID:10000488-1711634400-1711639800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS: Harness the Power of Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Windmills has a proven history of assisting those with and without disabilities to better understand the culture of disability in the workplace. \nWe will be rotating the following modules: \n\nFact or Fiction: Jan 25\nWhose Fault: Feb 22\nPerspectives: Mar 28\nTaking Emotions out of Emotional Disabilities: Apr 25\nProfiles (coming May 23)\nAT and Reasonable Accommodations (coming June 27)\n\nPre-registration is required. Register HERE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/windmills-harness-the-power-of-inclusion/2024-03-28/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240227T165448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165448Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC Beginning Literacy Webinar Series: Contextualized Phonics Instruction
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will present strategies for contextualizing phonics instruction in the ESOL beginning literacy or multilevel classroom as well as during one-on-one tutoring sessions. We will discuss strategies for contextualizing phonics instruction and walk through the steps of implementing this strategy in different ESOL instructional settings as well as connections between this approach and the science of reading. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of this approach\, how it benefits ESOL beginning literacy instruction\, and strategies for implementing this approach in the adult ESOL classroom. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-beginning-literacy-webinar-series-contextualized-phonics-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240124T140134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T140248Z
UID:10000515-1712676600-1712682000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series\, Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to tackle the challenges of teaching multilevel ESOL classes? Are you looking to address the varied learning needs of individual students within one classroom and become an effective multi-level teacher? \nThis 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will discuss the characteristics of a multilevel class\, planning for differentiated instruction and implementing different classroom management strategies for effective instruction. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of what multilevel classroom needs consist of\, how to prepare and plan for individual students needs\, and strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in the adult ESOL multi-level classroom. The resources will include articles\, videos and supplemental materials. \nObjectives:\n\nUnderstand the factors of a multilevel classroom and how to identify the needs of all students.\nIdentify strategies to effectively differentiate instruction in both multi level classrooms as well as leveled ESOL classes while accommodating literacy learners and more advanced students.\nDiscuss next steps for implementation\, including adaptation of materials and strategies with a specific group of learners.\n\nSession 3 will focus on grouping strategies and building community. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-multilevel-esol-classes-webinar-series-session-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240319T125429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T125429Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC Lessons from the Field with Cassandra Kramer: Using Digital Literacy to Connect Adult English Learners to Their Families and Communities
DESCRIPTION:Incorporating family-motivated assignments and elements of digital literacy into the ESL classroom can empower adult English learners to succeed in the workforce and at home. In this webinar\, join the English Empowerment Center’s Cassandra Kramer to explore mini-projects that can help connect learners to their communities in a digital way. Participants will have the opportunity to work together to create their own family-focused mini project that uses digital literacy. All participants will be able to take the mini-projects highlighted in this presentation and adapt and use them in their own classrooms. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-lessons-from-the-field-with-cassandra-kramer-using-digital-literacy-to-connect-adult-english-learners-to-their-families-and-communities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240116T203415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T212631Z
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SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS: Harness the Power of Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Windmills has a proven history of assisting those with and without disabilities to better understand the culture of disability in the workplace. \nWe will be rotating the following modules: \n\nFact or Fiction: Jan 25\nWhose Fault: Feb 22\nPerspectives: Mar 28\nTaking Emotions out of Emotional Disabilities: Apr 25\nProfiles (coming May 23)\nAT and Reasonable Accommodations (coming June 27)\n\nPre-registration is required. Register HERE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/windmills-harness-the-power-of-inclusion/2024-04-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240809T195934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T195934Z
UID:10000612-1723644000-1723647600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:The Science of Reading: A Blueprint for Comprehension Instruction
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valrc.org/event/the-science-of-reading-a-blueprint-for-comprehension-instruction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240708T193420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T170504Z
UID:10000590-1725975000-1725980400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LACES: Getting Off to a Good Start
DESCRIPTION:Join here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/laces-getting-off-to-a-good-start/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240801T144608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144627Z
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SUMMARY:Bimonthly Program Managers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This year’s bimonthly program managers meetings will be held on Mondays at 1:30p – 3:00p with an optional 30 minutes for discussion. Registering once will enable you to join ALL of the meetings for the 2024 – 2025 year. \nPlease save these dates on your calendars for the meetings: \n\nSeptember 16\nNovember 18\nJanuary 13\nMarch 17 (wear green!)\nMay 12\n\nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/bimonthly-program-managers-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240827T140436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T152852Z
UID:10000617-1726668000-1726675200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Science of Reading Overview
DESCRIPTION:This is a repeat webinar from Spring 2024. \nThis session presents a basic overview of the science of reading and effective reading instruction\, including alphabetics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. During the session\, we discuss strategies for each component of reading and how to use them in the classroom. Participants will leave with resources for teaching each component. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-science-of-reading-overview-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240826T134135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T142553Z
UID:10000616-1727191800-1727197200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Lesson Planning for Adult ESOL Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Lesson planning is an important part of instruction but can also be overwhelming and time-consuming. Are you interested in learning and sharing strategies\, tips\, and templates for effective lesson planning? \nDuring this webinar\, we will discuss the importance and impact of lesson planning\, lesson plan routines and templates that support English language instruction\, important content and engaging activities to include in a lesson plan\, and how to create a lesson plan strategy. In addition\, participants will leave the webinar with customizable lesson plan templates and resources.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-lesson-planning-for-adult-esol-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240826T131148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T154744Z
UID:10000615-1728572400-1728579600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Integrating Digital Resilience Skills Development Into Daily Lesson Plans
DESCRIPTION:Is your class time split into separate English practice and then digital literacy skills practice? Are you challenged by using technology throughout a lesson plan to support instruction?  \nThis webinar will introduce strategies for seamlessly integrating standards-based activities\, aligned with the Seattle Digital Equity Initiative Digital Skills Framework\, throughout a lesson. You’ll also explore how to use AI to differentiate content and design effective lesson plans. \nAfter a brief overview\, participants will select and discuss one of the unit\, collaborating on ways to integrate a specific objective into a contextualized lesson. You’ll learn how the same AI promptcan be used across various tools and utilize the Digital Skills Glossary to support your objective. Participants will review lesson plans that combine contextualized objectives with digital literacy skills practice.  \nThis webinar is meant for anyone supporting learners developing digital resilience while improving their English skills. Attendees will receive valuable resources\, including links to the framework and glossary.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-integrating-digital-literacy-into-the-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240829T131109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T131322Z
UID:10000637-1729083600-1729089000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Disabilities and the Adult Learner Webinar Series\, Session 1: Introduction to working with adult learners who have disabilities
DESCRIPTION:It is important to keep in mind that learning disabilities are life-long. Children with disabilities grow-up to be adults with disabilities. Although\, many adult learners go undiagnosed. Learning disabilities affect the ability to understand or use spoken or written language\, do mathematical calculations\, coordinate movements\, or direct attention. This session focuses on how adult educators can help their learners by better understanding the different characteristics of learning disabilities\, implementing universal designing for learning (UDL)\, and utilizing partnerships. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-disabilities-and-the-adult-learner-webinar-series-session-1-introduction-to-working-with-adult-learners-who-have-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20241023T182818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T182818Z
UID:10000658-1730998800-1731002400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Learn About SPOTLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an over of the SPOTLIGHT publication\, with information for teachers\, tutors\, and program administrators about how their learners can be part of our next issue. Educators interested in SPOTLIGHT\, teaching writing\, and elevating adult learners’ voices should attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/learn-about-spotlight/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240829T130906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T130906Z
UID:10000636-1731502800-1731508200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Disabilities and the Adult Learner Webinar Series\, Session 2: Instructional strategies for working with adults with disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Disabilities can occur across the lifespan\, affecting academic performance\, work\, and daily living. Individuals with disabilities can have challenges with learning but can exhibit strengths in some areas. This session will provide instructional strategies for working with adults with disabilities\, with a focus on incorporating evidence-based strategies into reading instruction. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-disabilities-and-the-adult-learner-webinar-series-session-2-instructional-strategies-for-working-with-adults-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20241029T012922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T012922Z
UID:10000659-1731596400-1731603600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Differentiated Science of Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to tackle the challenges of teaching multilevel ESOL classes? Are you looking to address the varied learning needs of individual students within one classroom and become an effective multi-level teacher? \nThis session will focus on ways to provide differentiated instruction to multilingual learners\, with a focus on incorporating alphabetics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. Participants will engage in hands-on activities from the perspective of a learner. Activities will include examples of and materials for differentiating learning content\, process\, and product. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-differentiated-science-of-reading-instruction-for-multilingual-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20240801T144742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144742Z
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SUMMARY:Bimonthly Program Managers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This year’s bimonthly program managers meetings will be held on Mondays at 1:30p – 3:00p with an optional 30 minutes for discussion. Registering once will enable you to join ALL of the meetings for the 2024 – 2025 year. \nPlease save these dates on your calendars for the meetings: \n\nSeptember 16\nNovember 18\nJanuary 13\nMarch 17 (wear green!)\nMay 12\n\nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/bimonthly-program-managers-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20241117T170232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T170232Z
UID:10000679-1732028400-1732032000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Career Coaching #1: Creating Follow-Up Programs for 1 Year+ After Completion
DESCRIPTION:VAACE Career Coaching Virtual CoP Session #1:  Tues Nov. 19th  3-4 PM Eastern\nCreating Follow-Up Programs for 1 Year+ After Completion: This focuses on maintaining engagement with participants after program completion to support ongoing success. \nJoin here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/career-coaching-1-creating-follow-up-programs-for-1-year-after-completion/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121602
CREATED:20241117T170635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T170635Z
UID:10000680-1733227200-1733230800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Career Coaching #2: Building Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Session #2: Tues. Dec 3  12-1 PM\nBuilding Partnerships: Engaging community partners is vital for creating collaborative opportunities and resources that enhance program effectiveness and participant outcomes. \nJoin here. 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/career-coaching-2-building-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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