This is a 3-part series focused on instructional practices to help support learners with disabilities. Sept 22, 2026: Part one is an interactive webinar that equips adult educators with foundational knowledge on reading, math, and language processing disabilities and how they manifest in adult learners. Nov 10, 2026: Part two is an interactive webinar that […]
Join VALRC and presenter Gal Kaldes for part two of a 4-part series focused on instructional practices for the Science of Reading. Part two is an interactive webinar focused on vocabulary instruction. Register here.
A 3-Part 60-minute Professional Learning Community (PLC) series (2 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, […]
Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. But 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 […]
Big Flex Zone: Flex Learning with Limited Resources, Jennifer Hills & Krystal Hills Flexibility is key to keeping adult learners engaged and motivated! In this interactive lightning talk, you will explore practical strategies for creating flexible learning environments that support student retention and engagement, regardless of device, location, or available resources. Discover creative ways to […]
Bi-monthly virtual meeting for updates, news, and discussion for all adult education program managers. Register and join here.
The Adult Numeracy Network (ANN) is offering free, virtual, monthly get-togethers to explore the routines in the ANN Instructional Routine Collection. So far, the group has explored Fraction Talks (Feb.); Test Talks (March); Estimation 180 (April); If I Knew..., Then I Could... (May); Numberless Word Problems (June); Off You Go (July); Wrong Answers Only (August); Notice/Wonder (September); and, […]
Join us for an informative and interactive webinar to present the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) from the Right Question Institute. Learn how the QFT works so you can use it with your adult English Language Learners. Asking questions is integral to language acquisition, and teaching your learners how to think about the information they need […]
At this biannual meeting, administrators and leaders of Virginia National External Diploma Program (NEDP) agencies will share discuss program planning and support, share local successes and challenges, and review recent NEDP updates and news. Register here.
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. Please note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during […]
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!
This is a 3-part series focused on instructional practices to help support learners with disabilities. Sept 22, 2026: Part one is an interactive webinar that equips adult educators with foundational knowledge on reading, math, and language processing disabilities and how they manifest in adult learners. Nov 10, 2026: Part two is an interactive webinar that […]