VALRC-TSTM: Civics Education PLC
Do you want to learn more about the classroom-ready lessons and other resources in the Teaching the Skills that Matter (TSTM) Toolkit? Do you want to gain ideas for incorporating […]
Events
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VALRC: Science of Reading Overview
OnlineThis 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. Register
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LINCS: Exploring the IET for English Learners Desk Aids
VirtualJoin us for a live LINCS event with Jessie Stadd, Education Technical Assistance and Research Specialist with RTI International to learn more about the Integrated Education and Training (IET) for English Learners Desk […]
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LINCS: Digital Skills: Plugging Them into Instruction
VirtualJeff Goumas and Rachel Riggs of World Education are spilling the tea (and coffee!) on some exciting updates to the Bridges Digital Skills Framework and SkillBlox. New features on these […]
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DARS WINDMILLS: Harness the Power of Inclusion
Windmills has a proven history of assisting those with and without disabilities to better understand the culture of disability in the workplace. We will be rotating the following modules:
Fact or Fiction, Whose Fault, Perspectives, Taking Emotions out of Emotional Disabilities, Profiles, AT and Reasonable Accommodations -
Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
OnlineResearch 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 […]
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ProLiteracy: What? You Want Me to Write Too? Strategies for the Low Level or Anxious Writers
OnlineWriting is just so permanent. How can we help our students get over the anxiety of committing pencil to paper? In this webinar we will present exercises you can incorporate […]
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VALRC Beginning Literacy Webinar Series: Contextualized Phonics Instruction
VirtualThis 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 […]
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ProLiteracy: Starting to Read: Building Phonemic Awareness and Foundation Literacy Skills with Preliterate ELL Students
OnlineAdult students who are just beginning their literacy journey while also still learning to speak English face a unique challenge. Preliterate students have no connection to the sound/letter correlation required […]
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VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series, Session 3
VirtualDo 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? This 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will […]
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VALRC Lessons from the Field with Cassandra Kramer: Using Digital Literacy to Connect Adult English Learners to Their Families and Communities
OnlineIncorporating 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 […]
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EdTech: Strategy Sessions
VirtualLearn about the new, open BRIDGES digital skills framework. This framework has been the result of a collective effort to expand digital skills instruction and resources. Then, hear an overview of the research-based, inclusive teaching framework called Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its application with adult learners. At 2:00 pm stick around to join […]
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LINCS: ChatGPT for ESL Instruction
VirtualArtificial intelligence (AI) offers exciting new possibilities for English as a Second Language (ESL) classrooms. In this presentation, Yeonjai Rah explores ideas for leveraging AI in three key areas: 1. As a conversation partner and writing tutor for ESL learners. 2. For developing student-centered and culturally relevant teaching materials. 3. As an aid for ESL […]
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COABE: New Frontiers in Jail Education—How adult education providers can partner with jails to drive MSGs, diplomas, and life-changing experiences
VirtualAs tablet technology and secure internet access is growing in jails across the U.S., the ability to deliver a new level of educational opportunities grows as well. There are now more than 700,000 tablets deployed in prisons and jails across the country. This delivery mechanism is changing the way adult education providers can partner with […]
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Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
VirtualVocabulary 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 […]