• LACES Data Training – Invitation only

    The Arboretum 300 Arboretum Place, Richmond, VA

    By invitation only, more information is forthcoming. Please be sure to visit the LACES resource page for updates.

  • COABE: Improving Adult Learners’ Attitudes and Odds for Workplace Success

    Online

    Participate in thought-provoking discussion and activities that introduce habits, skills, and strategies your students need to get a job and succeed. Discover how you can incorporate activities like these in your classroom to equip your students for the workplace. Register Here

  • LINCS: The Mirroring Project: An Innovative Approach for Teaching English Pronunciation

    Online

    Teaching pronunciation to adult English learners is important, but it can be challenging. On August 7 at 3:00 ET, join our guest presenters Suzanne Gilchrist McCurdy, ELA teacher, and Colleen M. Meyers, Education Specialist with the University of Minnesota who will introduce an innovative approach called "Mirroring," which has the potential to increase the communication skills of […]

  • The Science of Reading: A Blueprint for Comprehension Instruction

    Online

    It’s time to face the facts and recognize the reality that the Science of Reading does address comprehension and instructional practice. This knowledge can and should be used to inform the design and delivery of informed instruction for all students. During this edWebinar, we will:

    > Discuss what the evidence has revealed about the nature of comprehension and the critical contributors to comprehension
    > Explore a blueprint, an instructional framework, that addresses planning for the acquisition of essential language skills and knowledge sources necessary for making meaning of text
    > Share examples of instructional routines and activities that support teaching, practicing, and applying critical skills and knowledge based on the demands of the text

    Presented by Nancy Hennessy, M.Ed., Literacy Consultant; and Julia Salamone, M.Ed., Instructional Specialist, The Haverford School for Boys (PA)
    Sponsored by Brookes Publishing

    Free
  • LINCS: Effective Instruction for English Learners with Limited Formal Schooling: Uncovering a Hidden Agenda

    Online

    Do you have adult English learners who have limited formal schooling in your class? Do you have questions about how to effectively support these learners with the language skills they need to achieve their goals?  International expert, Dr. Helaine Marshall, will share highly effective approaches for teaching this population of learners. She will also identify approaches to avoid. […]

  • COABE: Setting the GPS: Creating a Career Success Focused Webinar Series for Adult Learners

    Online

    Come learn how to design and implement a webinar series for your adult learners ready to enter and re-enter the workforce. This webinar will explore salient topics and formats as well as ways to evaluate the impact of this professional development opportunity. Help your adult learners learn how to navigate towards success in their positions. […]

  • LINCS: Understanding the Science of Reading

    Online

    Confused about the Science of Reading (SOR) and how to apply its principles to instruction in your adult education program? Join LINCS moderators Steve Schmidt, Dr. Carmine Stewart, and Dr. Kathy Tracey as they unpack the SOR and provide information on LINCS resources that will help elevate your reading instruction. Register for this event here […]

  • IDEAL Consortium Open Conference

    Online

    The Innovating Digital Education in Adult Learning (IDEAL) Consortium is excited to announce that registration for The IDEAL Edtech Innovations Open Conference is now available! The IDEAL Edtech Innovations Conference is open and free and helps participants deepen their knowledge about digital education for adult learners. Throughout the half-day event, participants can choose to attend […]

  • LINCS: Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW): Learn with me

    Online

    Have you wondered what digital resilience means? Have you wondered how you could improve and gain better access and comfort using your digital skills while doing the same for your learners? Join LINCS Professional Development Group for a walk though Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW) resources to include research, Professional development and instructional […]

  • GEDTS Tuesdays for Teachers: You Can’t Revise and Edit until You Analyze!

    Online

    GED Testing Service shares that the spotlight is on writing for August's Tuesdays for Teachers webinar: "We’ve talked about grammar skills that students need to write effective sentences. We’ve explored the writing process step-by-step. We’ve modeled and practiced writing effective arguments and claims. We’ve even looked at the GED Extended Response Scoring Tool. BUT… we, […]

  • Office of New Americans: Shaping our Immigrants Future

    Online

    Join a special presentation by the Immigrant Services Team of the Office of New Americans for an overview of Virginia's immigrant population. Get ready to explore the vibrant immigrant community in Virginia and discover valuable resources for employment, housing, healthcare, education, and citizenship. Register here

  • edWeb: Small Groups and the Science of Reading: Helping Students Get Unstuck

    Online

    While following an explicit and systematic approach to your reading instruction, how can you help students who seem to get stuck on a particular skill? What can you do for students who “can’t blend?” What’s a good routine for students who are great at decoding but can’t read texts fluently? In this edWebinar, Dr. Julia […]

  • ProLiteracy: “Why Do I Have to Read This?”

    Virtual

    One of the most important skills on the High School Equivalency (HSE) tests is reading comprehension. Students who are strong readers will often perform better than struggling readers on all […]

  • VALRC: Science of Reading Overview

    Online

    This is a repeat webinar from Spring 2024. This session presents a basic overview of the science of reading and effective reading instruction, including alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. During […]

  • VALRC Online Facilitated Course, Beyond Basics: An Introduction to Multilevel ESOL Instruction

    Online

    4 weeks | 16 hours Most adult ESOL classes are multi-level in some respect; therefore, teachers of adult ESOL become experienced in teaching multilevel classes because. For example, students may come with different reading or speaking levels, different levels of home country education, differing lengths of time living in the U.S. In some programs, limited […]

  • LINCS: Using an Immigrant Integration Approach in IELCE

    Celebrate Adult Education and Family Literacy Week with the Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans (EARN) project! Join a webinar on September 19th to dive into EARN’s new resource, A […]

  • Career Pathways PLC #1

    A 3-part 90-minute Professional Learning Community (PLC) series (1st of 3) for ALL IET, IELCE, workplace literacy, and workforce development practitioners. This PLC will focus on targeted topics related to program design, using data to communicate needs and successes, locating and adapting instructional materials for all skill levels, and engaging employers and other partners to secure supportive services for all learners. Breakouts will focus on targeted topics for specific types of career pathways programming. Details and guest speakers will be announced on the listservs and on the Event Calendar.

  • VALRC: Lesson Planning for Adult ESOL Instruction

    Virtual

    Lesson planning is an important part of instruction but can also be overwhelming and time-consuming. Are you interested in learning and sharing strategies, tips, and templates for effective lesson planning? […]

  • VATESOL Conference

    Virginia TESOL will return to Richmond, Virginia for the 2024 VATESOL Conference! Richmond Marriott - 500 E Broad St. Richmond VA 23219 The Future of Multilingual Education: Innovative Approaches for […]

  • edWeb: Teenagers with Dyslexia: Empowering Adolescent Learners

    Online

    In this edWebinar, we will explore effective classroom practices and interventions tailored specifically for adolescents with dyslexia. Attendees will gain valuable insights into fostering academic success and promoting positive well-being […]

  • ProLiteracy Conference

    We are passionate about leading the adult literacy field to the best practices for program and student success. This is why every two years we host our national conference to […]

  • Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics

    Teaching 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: Refining Your Teacher Talk

    Many tutors know they should limit their talking time, but struggle to do so. In this webinar, revisit the importance of reducing teacher talking time and learn ways to improve […]

  • LINCS: Building Inclusive Teams

    This live event is for you!  Whether you are helping adult learners learn how to work effectively in teams or if you're struggling to build and maintain strong internal teams.  […]

  • LINCS: Teaching Math to Non-native English Speakers

    LINCS is excited to invite you to a special webinar titled "Teaching Math to Non-native English Speakers," featuring an exclusive interview with esteemed adult educator, Connie Rivera, Professional Development Specialist, […]

  • EconEdLink: Teaching Economics Using Rockstar Current Events Resources & Strategies

    This webinar, sponsored by the Council for Economic Education, features three presenters who share free resources and strategies for successfully teaching current events in real-time with minimal teacher preparation and maximum student engagement. Dr. Cheryl Ayers will share her research-based, economic-way-of-thinking instructional strategies.