Events
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 […]
ProLiteracy: Instructional Routines for Building Number Sense & Using Structure
OnlineNumber sense stands as a pivotal pillar of mathematics and numeracy. Yet, guiding learners to cultivate this sense beyond mere drills and repetitive worksheets can pose a challenge. The solution […]
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 […]
COABE: Updates From the Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans Project
VirtualJoin OCTAE’s Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans (EARN) project as we highlight and discuss newly available and upcoming resources to support IELCE implementation. EARN resources include videos, spotlights […]
Literacy Minnesota: Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
VirtualTeaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one, remote and […]
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
Atlas ABE: Learning Math Asynchronously: Best Practices, Resources and More
VirtualStudents have incredibly busy schedules and this can prevent them from attending scheduled classes to meet their needs. In the past, we may have simply offered students access to a […]
Literacy Minnesota: Working with Literacy and Beginning Level ESL Learners
VirtualLearners with limited English and literacy skills have unique needs for in-person and remote instruction. Participants will learn best practices and tips for success at this level. They’ll also get […]
Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
VirtualTeaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines […]
VALRC-TSTM: Civics Education PLC
OnlineDo 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 […]
COABE: Recognizing and Responding to Dyslexia in Adults
OnlineMost adults with dyslexia don't even know they have it. During this interactive webinar, Laura will provide attendees with information about dyslexia and share a simple screening instrument to identify […]
LINCS: Strategies and Resources for Supporting Highly Skilled Immigrants
VirtualAre you looking for strategies and resources to support immigrants who are highly skilled? Join our live event with Stefanie Vasquez from World Education Services on May 28, 2024 from […]
COABE: The Little Things You Can Do to Make a Big Impact on GED® Math Performance
VirtualSometimes it’s the little things students ignore that could mean the difference between passing or failing the GED® Mathematical Reasoning Test. This session will focus on what teachers need to […]
LINCS: Reading, Writing, and Workforce Prep
VirtualDo you wonder which reading and writing skills are essential for the workplace? Find out in this LINCS webinar, Reading, Writing, and Workforce Prep on May 30 at 3 PM […]
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 […]
LINCS: Teaching Juneteenth
VirtualIn 2023 Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday, but what is the history of Juneteenth and how can educators use the celebration as an opportunity to teach about American […]
LINCS: From Enrollment to Completion: Supporting Individuals with Learning Differences Achieve Success
VirtualJoin the Teaching and Learning and Program Management community groups as we bridge UDL and wraparound services. Program managers will learn what equitable access to services looks like, and educators […]
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 […]
COABE: Accelerating Literacy Acquisition for Multilingual Learners
VirtualDiscover the transformative power of scientific research in English language instruction. This webinar delves into two crucial areas of study, the science of reading and the science of learning, offering […]
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 […]
LINCS: Adult Numeracy Network, an interview of the outgoing president, Heidi Schuler-Jones
VirtualJoin LINCS for an exclusive interview with Heidi Schuler-Jones, Director of the Adult Numeracy Center at TERC and outgoing President of the Adult Numeracy Network (ANN) as she shares her […]
Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
VirtualTeaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables, prefixes, suffixes, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines […]
Literacy Minnesota: Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Adult Learners
VirtualLearning new languages and skills as an adult is a challenge for most people, and that challenge grows when trauma and stress are present. Trauma and chronic stress can come […]
LINCS: Microcredentialing
VirtualCan micro-credentials inform employers about prospective and incumbent employees? Join a live Zoom discussion where LINCS moderators, Chrissie Klinger, and Jacki Korengel and guest presenter Sarah Goldammer, Director of the […]
LINCS: Understanding Assistive Technology for Adult Learners: A Conversation with the Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs
VirtualJoin this conversation with the National Assistive Technology Act Technical Assistance and Training (AT3) Center to learn what “assistive technology” means and the devices it includes. Our guest presenters are […]
LINCS: Discover In-Class Journaling: An Exciting Way to Enhance Learners’ English, Mindfulness & More
Virtual"Journaling with English Learners? How does that even work?" Find out during this LINCS event with our guest presenter, ELA teaching expert Trish Udell. We will discuss the health benefits […]
Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
VirtualResearch 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 […]
Literacy Minnesota: Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
VirtualYou don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their digital literacy skills using Northstar Digital Literacy. In the […]
COABE: Sparking Conversations about Race and Equity with Adult English Learners
VirtualEnglish learners with basic conversational skills are often eager to discuss and learn about racism, equity, and justice. However, few opportunities exist to explore these topics in safe, structured settings, […]
Literacy Minnesota: Phonics in Beginning ESL: Recommendations, Activities and Resources
VirtualPhonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But, many teachers and tutors lack […]
edWeb: Phonemic Awareness in Older Learners: Bridging the Gap
VirtualDesigned for K12 educators, reading specialists, and literacy advocates, this session will explore how phonemic awareness instruction can be a game-changer for older students who need support with word reading. […]
COABE: Case Management for ITP Students: A Tiered Approach for Multi-Level Participants
VirtualInternationally Trained Professionals as a subset of English language learners have specialized needs compared with the generalized population. Providers can start to serve these individuals where they are through case […]
EdTech Center@World Education: A Framework for Integrating AI in Adult Education
VirtualWhat questions should we be asking about new AI tools? What questions should we ask ourselves when we leverage those tools? Join this discussion to explore considerations for humans and […]
LINCS: A Virtual Professional Learning Community Example
OnlineJoin this live Zoom event with guest presenter Joanna Botts, Director of Morehead State Adult Education, as she delves deeper into Kentucky’s use of virtual learning communities to facilitate professional […]
COABE: IELCE in Action: Preparing Adult Multilingual Learners for High-Demand Machining Jobs
OnlineDesigning an Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) program can be daunting. Learn how Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College’s Workforce Preparation and Introduction to Machining program is preparing multilingual language […]
LINCS: Cross-Cultural Approaches to Digital Literacy
OnlineIf viewed as a new language, digital literacy is similarly impacted by the cultural and social needs that a learner brings into the classroom. Join our guest presenter, Sarah Haroon […]
LINCS: Storytelling as an Instructional Strategy
OnlineJoin the LINCS Community Teaching and Learning group for a presentation by Dr. Natalia Balyasnikova from York University, as she delves into the transformative power of storytelling in the realm […]
VDOE 2024 Data Office Hours
OnlineAn (optional) Office Hour for discussing how programs might incorporate the Portal into their student intake and data flow will be held July 22, 1:30-3 p.m. Join at this link, […]