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SUMMARY:Spanish GED® Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion to talk with colleagues around the state about challenges\, successes\, promising practices\, and problem solving to support Spanish-language GED® programming. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/spanish-ged-open-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Open Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
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SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Whose Fault: This module will improve participants’ awareness of the different players and roles in a successful business practice and to identify more effective ways to communicate and resolve conflict.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250312T185950Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC: Trauma-Informed Practice Part 2: Strategies for Adult Education Instruction
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on practical classroom and instructional strategies that adult education instructors can use to implement trauma-informed practices in the classroom \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-trauma-informed-practice-part-2-strategies-for-adult-education-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T143000
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CREATED:20250225T203039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T113021Z
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SUMMARY:VALRC -  Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW) PLC
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 – March\, 21st from 1-1:30pm\, Session 2 – April\, 25th from 1-1:30pm\, Session 3 – May 23rd from 1-1:30pm \nThese interactive sessions will define digital resilience and focus on its importance for both instructors and students. Participants will gain insight and discover practical ways to begin implementing EdTech routines in the classroom\, as well as participate in guided learning circles to share ideas and challenges.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-digital-resilience-in-the-american-workforce-draw-plc-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250410T194636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T194636Z
UID:10000793-1746041400-1746045000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VPAP – Beyond the Ballot Box: Fostering Civic Health with Civics Navigator
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar from the Virginia Public Access Project (VPAP)\, participants will gain access to a treasure trove of free resources about Virginia government and politics. These materials can be used in classrooms\, educational programs\, community initiatives\, or policy development to foster critical thinking skills and ultimately increase the civic health of the Commonwealth. \nDesigned for secondary educators and anyone interested in enhancing civics education\, this session will be led by Erin Hill\, VPAP’s Civics Education Program Director and former social studies teacher. The content will benefit a wide range of participants. The recording and resources will be provided to registered participants. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/vpap-civics-navigator/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250320T173946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T173946Z
UID:10000787-1746619200-1746626400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:NEDP 2025 Spring Leadership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join colleagues around the state\, state NEDP trainers\, and VDOE staff members for the spring NEDP Leadership meeting. The meeting will include a focus on data: looking at Virginia data\, thinking about data-based decision making\, and working with NEDP data in LACES. \nPrograms are encouraged to bring at least two NEDP team members to the meeting to encourage meaningful discussions and practical takeaways. The spring leadership meeting is also considered to be a session of the 2025 NEDP PLC. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/nedp-2025-spring-leadership-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20240801T145038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T145058Z
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SUMMARY:Bimonthly Program Managers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This year’s bimonthly program managers meetings will be held on Mondays at 1:30p – 3:00p with an optional 30 minutes for discussion. Registering once will enable you to join ALL of the meetings for the 2024 – 2025 year. \nPlease save these dates on your calendars for the meetings: \n\nSeptember 16\nNovember 18\nJanuary 13\nMarch 17 (wear green!)\nMay 12\n\nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/bimonthly-program-managers-meeting-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T134500
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250320T200950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T141823Z
UID:10000788-1747141200-1747143900@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DRC: TABE 13/14 & CLAS-E C/D updates with Q&A
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome!  Join DRC to learn more about their new\, NRS-approved forms of TABE\, Workforce Portal\, and CLAS-E. \nSome exciting highlights from this session will include: \n\nSHORTER READING load on TABE 13/14!\nWorkforce Portal tied to O*Net database of careers for success!\nScan TABE or CLAS-E (paper versions) into our portal for fast and FREE Scoring and get our Individual Profile Report to support instruction.\n\nJoin the meeting now \nMeeting ID: 243 337 643 902 \nPasscode: VH9FT9BK \nQuestions: email Shellene Swamy\, SSwamy@datarecognitioncorp.com
URL:https://valrc.org/event/drc-tabe-13-14-clas-e-c-d-updates-with-qa/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250508T121238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121536Z
UID:10000794-1747152000-1747153800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Practices for Multilingual Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:There are numerous questions in the field regarding the identification and support of multilingual learners with disabilities. In addition\, many myths about these learners’ literacy abilities and needs persist in education. In this webinar\, Dr. Durán and Dr. Kangas will share best practices and future directions for improving current approaches to nurturing and accurately assessing the literacy development of MLs with disabilities. Register now for this exciting conversation.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-practices-for-multilingual-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250520T151207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T151207Z
UID:10000797-1747742400-1747746000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Regional Instructional Specialist PLC
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning community is open to Regional Instructional Specialists (and other Virginia adult educators whose work includes instructional leadership). Focused on problem-solving and sharing promising practices\, this discussion-based PLC will address topics including classroom observations\, retention strategies for learners and educators\, curriculum choices\, partnerships\, and supporting effective instructional practices. \n\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-regional-instructional-specialist-plc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250204T175041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T175041Z
UID:10000753-1747922400-1747926000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Assistive Technology and Reasonable Accommodations: This module will acquaint individuals with the creative process in identifying possible reasonable accommodations.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250225T203403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T203403Z
UID:10000763-1748005200-1748010600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC - Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW) PLC
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 – March\, 21st from 1-1:30pm\, Session 2 – April\, 25th from 1-1:30pm\, Session 3 – May 23rd from 1-1:30pm \nThese interactive sessions will define digital resilience and focus on its importance for both instructors and students. Participants will gain insight and discover practical ways to begin implementing EdTech routines in the classroom\, as well as participate in guided learning circles to share ideas and challenges.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-digital-resilience-in-the-american-workforce-draw-plc-3/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250320T141636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T141636Z
UID:10000786-1748437200-1748440800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:NEDP Retention via Pre-screening
DESCRIPTION:This practical webinar\, part of the Virginia PLC for NEDP practitioners\, will be led by state trainer Eileen Rakshys. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/nedp-retention-via-pre-screening/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250530T190929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T190929Z
UID:10000798-1749218400-1749222000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ProLiteracy: City-sponsored Adult Literacy/Adult Foundational Education Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Hear from city leaders in Houston\, Philadelphia\, and Boston as they share: the history and development of their city’s adult literacy/adult foundational education initiative; how their mayoral offices for adult literacy are organized\, including staffing and key partnerships; funding opportunities and challenges; and how coalitions are supporting adult education programs and learners in today’s changing environment. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/proliteracy-city-sponsored-adult-literacy-adult-foundational-education-initiatives/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250530T191149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191149Z
UID:10000799-1749218400-1749225600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Come 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 teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom\, Google Meet\, Teams or any other remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250512T134231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T134330Z
UID:10000795-1749470400-1749475800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Serving Youth in Adult Education
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/serving-youth-in-adult-education/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250530T191328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191622Z
UID:10000800-1750102200-1750109400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION: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 and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nl
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250603T151714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T151837Z
UID:10000803-1750685400-1750690800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for FY25 and Beyond: Data Profiles and Updates from the VDOE
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: Preparing for FY25 and Beyond: Data Profiles and Updates from the VDOE \nMore details coming soon! \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/preparing-for-fy25-and-beyond-data-profiles-and-updates-from-the-vdoe/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250530T191536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191536Z
UID:10000801-1750707000-1750714200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Phonics in Beginning ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Phonics–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 the knowledge\, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave with several ideas for phonics activities and resources to bring back to your teaching and tutoring sessions. \nThis session will be most useful to tutors and teachers working with beginning literacy\, low beginning and high beginning English language learners. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-phonics-in-beginning-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250221T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T164123Z
UID:10000760-1750773600-1750779000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: LACES data analysis session
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Virginia practitioners for a hands-on experience working with data in the LACES system. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-laces-data-analysis-session-2/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250530T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191904Z
UID:10000802-1750860000-1750867200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250204T175156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T175227Z
UID:10000754-1750946400-1750950000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Taking Emotions out of Emotional Disabilities: This module will provide a way for companies to consider reasonable accommodations for persons with emotional disabilities in an emotionally neutral environment.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/15955/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250626T202906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T202906Z
UID:10000804-1751990400-1751992200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CAL: Literacy Practices and Students with Interrupted Formal Education
DESCRIPTION:In this timely webinar\, we explore critical questions at the intersection of literacy development and educational equity for multilingual learners with limited or interrupted formal education (SLIFE). Part of our Research to Policy: Critical Conversations in Language Education series\, this 30-minute session brings together educators\, researchers\, and policy advocates to examine the unique needs of students entering schools with gaps in formal education\, many of whom are learning new languages while adapting to unfamiliar systems and social environments. \nOur featured guest\, Dr. Michelle Marrero Colón\, is a scholar-practitioner who researches best practices for multilingual learners—especially SLIFE—and applies her findings directly in the classroom. Her insights bridge academic research and real-world application\, offering practical strategies grounded in both evidence and experience. \nDr. Marrero Colón will be joined by facilitators Dr. Marguerite Lukes and Marybelle Marrero Colón for a dynamic conversation on how schools can respond more effectively to the literacy needs of SLIFE students. Topics include dual language literacy\, professional learning for educators\, social-emotional supports\, and schoolwide models that center student dignity and growth. \nThis session is designed to inspire action and inform equitable practices in classrooms\, schools\, and policy spaces. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/cal-literacy-practices-and-students-with-interrupted-formal-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250204T175355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T175355Z
UID:10000755-1753365600-1753369200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Fact or Fiction: This module teaches participants to anticipate situations that might occur in the workplace with people with disabilities.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250204T175513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T175513Z
UID:10000756-1756389600-1756393200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:ASK IT BASKET – Your turn to ask the questions!
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250903T191710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T192250Z
UID:10000805-1757943000-1757950200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Bi-monthly Program Managers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Bi-monthly virtual meeting for updates\, news\, and discussion for all adult education program managers. \nRegister and join here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/bi-monthly-program-managers-meeting/2025-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250918T161249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T161249Z
UID:10000819-1758632400-1758636000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ProLiteracy: Teacher Training Plus: Setting a Purpose for Reading
DESCRIPTION:Reading is more than just decoding words; it’s an active\, purposeful engagement with text. This comprehensive webinar delves into the profound impact of establishing a clear reading purpose that fosters deeper comprehension and promotes meaningful interaction between the reader and the material. We’ll explore how connecting discrete reading assignments to overarching personal and academic goals significantly enhances learner motivation\, persistence\, and overall achievement.  \nRegister here. 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/proliteracy-teacher-training-plus-setting-a-purpose-for-reading/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250917T191351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T191351Z
UID:10000815-1758722400-1758729600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut 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 their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-reading-vocabulary-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T180203
CREATED:20250923T175748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T181719Z
UID:10000822-1759240800-1759246200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Building Stronger Pipelines: Advancing IET and Apprenticeship Programs Through Language and Employer Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:As workforce needs shift and career pathways evolve\, integrated education and training (IET) and apprenticeship models offer powerful tools for helping adult learners access high-demand jobs. But how do programs move from planning to full-scale implementation and ensure these pathways are equitable and accessible for English learners? \nIn this webinar\, we will explore how adult education programs are building and expanding IET and apprenticeship pipelines through cross-sector collaboration\, employer partnerships\, and digital tools that support language and literacy instruction. Speakers will share real-world examples\, highlight common roadblocks\, and offer actionable strategies to increase access\, improve learner outcomes\, and meet workforce demand. The needs of special populations\, including internationally trained professionals will be explored. \nWhether you’re designing a new IET program or looking to take an existing model to the next level\, this webinar will provide practical insights and replicable strategies for building programs that work for both learners and employers. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-building-stronger-pipelines-advancing-iet-and-apprenticeship-programs-through-language-and-employer-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Literacy MN: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Come 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 teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom\, Google Meet\, Teams or any other remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-mn-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency/
LOCATION:Online
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