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  • EdTech: Digital Inclusion in the Adult Education Classroom

    The topic for the September Strategy Session is Digital Inclusion in the Adult Education Classroom.

    First, we’ll hear from Sacharja Cunningham of the Free Library of Philadelphia about their basic smartphone literacy class, including the collaboration, resources, and instructional strategies that have made it such a success. Then we’ll hear from Senthilkumar Muthiya from the Providence Public Library on how they leverage Google Workspace to create a streamlined student learning experience that builds their digital confidence.

  • Adult Education & Family Literacy Week

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    September 14-18 is Adult Education & Family Literacy week, when "educators from all over the country join together with adult learners, community partners, business leaders, legislators, and friends of adult education to amplify their successes." Find resources and more information on COABE's website, and check with your leaders and colleagues to learn how AEFL Week […]

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    Literacy Minnesota: The Learning Styles Myth (and the Teaching Practices Worth Keeping)

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    Many of us were taught that students learn best when instruction matches their "learning style." In this webinar, we’ll take a closer look at where that idea came from, why it stuck, and what research actually tells us. We’ll explore how learning‑style labels can end up doing more harm than good for learners. At the […]

  • Getting to Know the VALRC: How to Build your Own Training Plans

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    Join us for an introduction to the VALRC self-paced training options, workshops, and resources. We’ll discuss and navigate our sites and focus on building a training and PD plan that works for your needs and interests. Register here

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    Literacy Minnesota: Pick Up Your Pencils! Approaches and Activities to Support Writing Development

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    Incorporating writing activities into instruction for English language learners is a challenge for many teachers and tutors whether you are teaching online or in person. In this webinar, participants will learn approaches for including writing practice throughout the lesson and activities for extended practice. Participants will also develop strategies for delivering feedback for writing during […]

  • GEDTS: Tuesdays for Teachers – GED Math Test-Taking Strategies

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    GED Math Test-Taking Strategies & Calculator Skills, Part 3 Success on the GED Math test is not just about knowing formulas or completing procedures—it’s about applying strategic thinking under test conditions. Continuing the GED Math Test-Taking Strategies & Calculator Skills series, Part 3 focuses on linear equations in slope-intercept form, and the strategies learners can […]

  • Bridge Programming for Adult Learners

    Join us to discuss examples of bridge programming to support adult learners’ transitions into and beyond occupational training, including IETs. We’ll look at Bridge curriculum examples, hear from practitioners about the challenges and benefits of offering bridges, and discuss ways to develop and deliver bridges for your programs.

  • Elections 2026 in the Adult Education Classroom

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    Join us to discuss how to teach and prepare your learners for the general elections on November 3. This interactive webinar will focus on lesson plan ideas, election information for the November 3, 2026 general election in Virginia, and resources for your adult English Language Learners and new Americans. Register here

  • IET Office Hour

    Join us for an hour of IET and workforce development discussion. Office hours will occur on the first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1p. Bring your questions!

  • Tutoring PLC #1

    Online

    A 3-Part 60-minute Professional Learning Community (PLC) series (1st of 3) for all tutors of adult English Language Learners: those new to tutoring, seasoned tutors, or those who might want to start tutoring. This PLC will focus on targeted topics such as tutoring learners who are studying for citizenship, lesson planning ideas and best practices, […]

  • VAACE Conference

    The Inn at Virginia Tech & Skelton Conference Center, Blacksburg, VA 901 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, VA, United States

    Join educators, administrators, workforce partners, correctional education professionals, community organizations, and advocates for three days of learning, connection, and celebration at the 2026 VAACE Conference.