ESOL Basics: Instructional Strategies Online Course
This course is designed for adult educators who are new to teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) either in the classroom or through one-to-one tutoring sessions. ESOL is […]
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Foundations of Reading: Print Skills Online Course
Did you know many adult learners, even those who can read and comprehend at higher levels, struggle with alphabetic skills and fluency? No matter what level learner you work with, […]
Career Pathways Open Conversation
Join us for important networking, updates, and sharing for career pathways planning and programming. This three-part open conversation series focuses on connecting career pathways practitioners with resources, colleagues, and policy updates to support the growth of their programming to connect learners to training, higher education, and careers. Come and learn what your colleagues are doing across the state and share your best and promising practices with us! Sessions are scheduled on Mondays from 12p to 1:30p on Oct 3, Oct 30, and Nov 27.
VALRC: Lessons from the Field with Steven Reid: ESOL Basics with Preliterate Adult Learners
English language learners who come to the U.S. with no literacy in their first language have unique struggles in learning English. This webinar helps educators understand what these learners are […]
LINCS: Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month with the Job Accommodations Network (JAN)
Join the LINCS Learners with Disabilities community to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This event will include an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and workplace […]
Literacy Minnesota: Tips and Strategies for Adult Education Math Tutors
Join Literacy Minnesota for this interactive session and pick up some ideas that will maximize your impact as a math tutor. This webinar will be appropriate for volunteers assisting a […]
VALRC: Disabilities and the Adult Learner Webinar Series, Session 2: Instructional strategies for working with adults with disabilities
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 […]
LINCS Coffee Talk: EL/Civics Resources about Indigenous Peoples
VirtualJoin us the LINCS Civics Education and Citizenship Group to share promising practices to foster cultural awareness through student discussions about the indigenous people in their country of origin and […]
LINCS: Engagement in the Hyflex Classroom
VirtualEngagement in any classroom modality is essential for a students' learning outcomes. With an increase in technology in classrooms and the popularity of Hyflex, many instructors are seeking ideas and […]
The Right Question Institute: Foster Client Agency through Building Self-advocacy Skills
VirtualThe Right Question Institute (RQI) specializes in designing simple educational methods and tools to teach skills essential for self-advocacy and agency. In this interactive training session, participants will learn a practical […]
VALRC: Digital Literacy for Multilingual Learners Webinar Series, Session 2: Integrating Digital Literacy Skills Development Into Daily Lesson Plans
VirtualIs your class time split into separate English practice and then digital literacy practice? Are you challenged by using technology throughout a lesson plan to support instruction? This webinar is […]
COABE: The Correctional Classroom: Cultivating a Culture That Promotes Creativity
VirtualThis webinar will teach methods for educators to explore their own creativity and develop classroom approaches that will inspire students. Coach Alisa Smedley will teach proven strategies for collaborating with […]
LINCS: AI in Adult Education: Possibilities for Teaching and Learning
VirtualGenerative artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of society, so what can it offer students and teachers in the world of adult education? Our guest presenter, Will […]
Literacy Minnesota: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
VirtualCome and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and […]
ELPS for Adult Educators Online Course
ELPS for Adult Educators is a four-week online course designed to give participants a deep dive into the English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education or ELPS. The course is geared […]
LINCS: Exploring Workplace Adult Education and Literacy Activities
VirtualWhat is workplace education and literacy? Join special guest KayLynn Hamilton to learn ways adult education programs can support workforce development and how it aligns with WIOA. (This live Zoom event […]
Effective Communication and Access for Job Seekers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, WorkforceGPS
This webinar is a presentation of the best practices, resources and technology available at the American Job Centers for job seekers who are deaf or hard of hearing.
VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series, Session 2
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 […]
VAACE Conference
VirtualRegister for the 2023 VAACE Conference: Pathways Forward!
GED Testing Service: Shared Strategies for Student Success with Debi Faucette
VirtualGEDTS writes, "The 2023 Annual GED Conference in NYC was an opportunity for GED Testing Service to provide a robust slate of concurrent and plenary sessions to provide learning and […]
Literacy Minnesota: Essential Zoom Skills for Online Instruction
VirtualJoin this hands-on session to learn and practice essential Zoom skills for the virtual classroom that may not be in your repertoire if your experience with the platform is limited […]
Career Pathways Open Conversations
Join us for important networking, updates, and sharing for career pathways planning and programming. This three-part open conversation series focuses on connecting career pathways practitioners with resources, colleagues, and policy updates to support the growth of their programming to connect learners to training, higher education, and careers. Come and learn what your colleagues are doing across the state and share your best and promising practices with us!
LINCS: Understanding Discrimination: What is it and why does it matter?
VirtualWhat is discrimination exactly, and why should we care about it as adult educators? We will discuss what discrimination is, where it originates , and how we can reduce discrimination […]
Literacy Minnesota: How to Work Effectively with Muslims
VirtualJoin Jaylani Hussein of CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) MN for a proactive diversity training that bridges the gap of misunderstanding and provides resources to employers, attorneys, community leaders and […]
CAL’s 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult English Language Instruction
Unlock the power of effective adult language instruction!
Calling all passionate educators! Elevate your teaching skills and inspire your adult English learners with two FREE webinars exploring CAL’s Eight Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult Language Education.
Lessons from the Field with Stan Citron: Strategies to Help Students Become More Fluent English Speakers
This webinar will examine how to teach students to speak more fluently (“Fluent English”). Stan will explain the “Fluent English” principles and provide tools to put these principles into practice. […]
VALRC: Digital Literacy for Multilingual Learners Webinar Series, Session 3: Virtual Instruction for Beginning Multilingual Learners
VirtualDo you facilitate online classes for learners who are just beginning to develop their English skills? How can you create language learning opportunities for learners using technology AND English for […]
Teaching Writing: Giving Feedback
VirtualHow can instructors build learners' confidence as writers while still providing constructive feedback? This webinar discusses when and how to provide feedback on learner writing. Register here.