Switchboard: Bridging the Gap: Strategies and Insights for the Career Advancement of Internationally Educated Newcomers
2024-11-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join this insightful webinar on supporting internationally educated newcomers in navigating career pathways in the U.S. World Education Services (WES), a nationally recognized credential evaluation agency, will facilitate a discussion alongside grantees of ORR’s Refugee Career Pathways (RCP) program in Idaho. Speakers will discuss how RCP-funded programs are supporting internationally educated ORR-eligible clients by helping them navigate career pathways that leverage their existing education, skills, and experiences.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how skill underutilization impacts refugees and immigrants, as well as learn about federally funded programmatic solutions that seek to promote successful outcomes for internationally educated newcomers.
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VALRC: Differentiated Science of Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners
2024-11-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
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 effective multi-level teacher?
This session will focus on ways to provide differentiated instruction to multilingual learners, with a focus on incorporating alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Participants will engage in hands-on activities from the perspective of a learner. Activities will include examples of and materials for differentiating learning content, process, and product.
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LINCS: ALL IN: Understanding Access to Adult Literacy Skills
2024-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Literacy is critical to greater equity for adults and families. It enables the power to communicate, access resources and opportunities, and make informed decisions about health, children’s education, and civic engagement, for example. Join the LINCS PD CoP with guest Sarah Cacicio of the Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network to glean insights from new market research to understand the diverse lived experiences and perspectives of adults who struggle with literacy, generating innovative, cross-sector solutions.
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2024 Families Learning Conference
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-20 | LOUISVILLE MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN, 280 W Jefferson St, Louisville, KY, United States
WHO ATTENDS THE FAMILIES LEARNING CONFERENCE?

Educators and teachers
School administrators
Librarians
Community program staff
Literacy practitioners
Literacy coalition members
Researchers
Policymakers
Funders

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM ATTENDING:

→ Innovative learning strategies and resources
→ Practices to create equitable learning experiences
→Cutting-edge research in family learning
→Exposure to a national network and community
→ Inspiration from industry experts and learners

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO ATTEND OUR CONFERENCE?
Engaging families in education is integral to achieving greater literacy and learning outcomes for families, higher attendance rates for children, and overall positive benefits to communities. The Families Learning Conference is laser-focused on best practices and innovative strategies for engaging families in educational settings with an emphasis on equity and inclusivity.

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Bimonthly Program Managers Meeting
2024-11-18 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-01-13 13:30 - 15:30
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.
Please save these dates on your calendars for the meetings:

September 16
November 18
January 13
March 17 (wear green!)
May 12

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Career Coaching #1: Creating Follow-Up Programs for 1 Year+ After Completion
2024-11-19 15:00 - 16:00
VAACE Career Coaching Virtual CoP Session #1: Tues Nov. 19th 3-4 PM Eastern
Creating Follow-Up Programs for 1 Year+ After Completion: This focuses on maintaining engagement with participants after program completion to support ongoing success.
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GEDTS Tuesdays for Teachers -- AI Literacy: Preparing Students for Success in a Digital Age
2024-11-19 15:30 - 17:00 | Online
This presentation explores the critical role of AI literacy in modern education. By helping students and educators distinguish between AI-generated and human-created content, we enhance digital competency and foster critical thinking. The session with special guest presenter Vi Hawes includes interactive activities such as image and text analysis, creative writing, and real-world applications of AI. Participants will leave equipped with practical strategies to integrate AI tools responsibly into the classroom, encouraging innovation, ethical use, and continued learning in an AI-driven world.
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Career Coaching #2: Building Partnerships
2024-12-03 12:00 - 13:00
Session #2: Tues. Dec 3 12-1 PM
Building Partnerships: Engaging community partners is vital for creating collaborative opportunities and resources that enhance program effectiveness and participant outcomes.
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VALRC: Certified Guest Service Professional: A Versatile IET for English Language Learners
2024-12-03 15:00 - 16:15 | Virtual
Learn about the Guest Service Gold®- Making Connections curriculum and its adaptability for all English language learners at an intermediate or advanced level.
Engage in an interactive preview of activities focused on one of the seven key guest service elements, demonstrating how language and employability skills are seamlessly integrated.
The session will also share effective practices for implementing this curriculum to prepare learners to obtain the Certified Guest Service Professional credential.
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NEDP Leadership Meeting
2024-12-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
This semi-annual meeting allows Virginia educators involved in the National External Diploma Program (NEDP) to meet with leaders from across the state and to share information and promising practices. Registration information will be shared by email; contact Hillary Major (hmajor@vcu.edu) with any questions about accessing the virtual session.

Literacy Minnesota: Working with Literacy and Beginning Level English Language Learners
2024-12-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Virtual
Learners 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 several ideas for routines, activities and resources to use in their classes and tutoring sessions.
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Career Pathways PLC #3
2024-12-05 13:00 - 14:30
The third and final installment of the 3-part 90-minute fall Professional Learning Community (PLC) series (3rd 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.

COABE: Success Stories – Integrating Entrepreneurship in ABE/ESOL Programs
2024-12-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Come be inspired by three success stories of COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute graduates who are positively changing the lives of adult learners (and families) in ABE/ESOL programs around the country by offering entrepreneurship classes, virtual pitch challenges, mentorships, apprenticeships, resources fairs, field trips, and more! These adult education and literacy programs culminate with the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination. Instructional strategies and resources to get started will be shared, including syllabi, lessons, assignments, vocabulary lists, etc.
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UDL in Practice: Reflecting on Your Applications in Your Program, Part 1
2024-12-09 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual
This live webinar will connect previous UDL concepts with those to come and re-engage participants on the importance of upskilling teaching and learning strategies. Participants can discuss their experience with implementing what they learned from the UDL courses, sharing success and challenges in their own implementation and supporting the implementation of others, and ask about and brainstorm solutions to any questions they have based on their work.
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If possible, participants should complete these LINCS UDL self-paced courses:

It All Starts with a Goal: This course focuses on the why and how of helping adult learners set goals. After completing this module, adult educators will feel better equipped to develop and teach a wide range of learners the skills needed to create and monitor meaningful, obtainable goals. (1.5 hours)
Learning that Works for All: This course highlights how research-based learning strategies can increase engagement and access for all learners. Through this module, adult educators are introduced to the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines which provide a framework to help educators create learning spaces which work better for all students. Additionally, straightforward strategies that educators can use to immediately start implementing UDL are presented. (1.5 hours)

LINCS: Developing Hyflex Lesson Plans
2024-12-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Hyflex instruction provides maximum learning flexibility but challenges instructors with effective lesson planning. Join our guest presenter, Hyflex instruction expert Vi Hawes, for a free LINCS event to learn how to develop Hyflex Lesson Plans. Ms. Hawes will answer your questions as she shares effective lesson planning and Hyflex technology tools.
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Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
2024-12-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
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.
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GEDTS Tuesdays for Teachers: Tackling Test Anxiety
2024-12-10 15:30 - 17:00 | Online
Test anxiety is a huge challenge for our students, but it can be overcome. Find out how test anxiety affects the brain and leave with easy-to-implement strategies like symptom reframing, expressive writing, and deep breathing. Presenters will also talk about effective test prep strategies and harnessing the growth mindset!
The “Hot Topic” section of the webinar will explore how educators in jurisdictions where access to GED Manager is allowed have discovered the benefits of their student authorized access, via GEDPrep Connect, to support student outreach and guide classroom instruction.
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VALRC: Disabilities and the Adult Learner Webinar Series, Session 3: Making Content Accessible
2024-12-11 13:00 - 14:30
Creating accessible content can feel overwhelming at times, but it is important to remember that not everything has to be done at once. A scaffolded approach to learning and implementation can make the process more manageable. Even a few key changes can make a difference. In the beginning, the aim is not perfection, but improvement. This session covers some of the main accessibility barriers such as headers, images, and hyperlinks.
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SCAN: Intro to Trauma & Trauma-Informed Care
2024-12-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
This training provides a foundational learning experience around the topics of trauma and trauma-informed care. We will define trauma, discuss the many types of trauma/adversity, explore the impact of trauma on the brain and behavior, introduce resilience, and discuss SAMHSA’s 4 Rs of trauma-informed care. Throughout the presentation, we will share useful tools and techniques.
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LINCS: Best Practices for Successful Reentry of People Living With Mental Health Conditions
2024-12-11 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual
How can we support returning citizens with mental health conditions in adult education? Join LINCS community moderators Mike Cruse (Learners with Disabilities) and Jeffrey Abramowitz (Correctional and Reentry Education) to learn best practices for people living with mental health conditions and returning from criminal justice settings.
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ProLiteracy: Mastering the TI-30XS for GED Math Success
2024-12-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
The TI-30XS calculator can be a game-changer for students working to pass the GED Math Test—though many don’t yet know how to use it effectively. This engaging, hands-on workshop will help you demystify key calculator functions for students and equip them with strategies to tackle challenging problems with greater accuracy and efficiency. Attendees will explore features that simplify calculations, save time, and build confidence, with ample practice opportunities. Bring your own TI-30XS calculator and learn how to help students turn it into a powerful tool for GED math test prep and success!

Presented by: Karen Welch, Assistant Director of Sales at ProLiteracy

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LINCS: Bridging the Digital Divide for Adult ELLS
2024-12-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Whether you’re an experienced ELL instructor or new to the field, this presentation will provide invaluable insights and resources to enhance your students’ digital literacy skills while improving their language proficiency. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and equip your ESOL learners with the digital skills they need to succeed in today’s technology-driven world.
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EdTech Center: EdTech Strategy Sessions — Choosing the Right EdTech Tools (Sponsored by Essential Education)
2024-12-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Tech Tools to Amplify Access and Engagement
This lightning talk will explore a variety of barrier-busting tools and strategies to help educators know and connect with learners better than ever. See how my colleague and I effectively lead our face-to-face online class with up to 80 learners. Use a graphic pen and tablet with Zoom Annotations to make instruction more visual. Explore video and audio editing software and techniques to significantly increase students’ access to instruction.
Using the Triple E Framework for Improved Tech Integration
The Triple E Framework empowers teachers to make better decisions about effective technology integration. The framework centers on instruction that gives students opportunities to gain and improve digital skills. It includes a simple rubric for engaging, enhancing, and extending instructional goals. Become acquainted with the framework and its rubric to evaluate lessons and inspire better instructional practices.
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Literacy Minnesota: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
2024-12-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
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.
This workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
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ProLiteracy: Developing Sentence Structure: Techniques for Beginning to Advanced English Learners
2025-01-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Often tutors and teachers will dive into sentence structure that is too advanced for students’ level. Join Steven as he discusses how to introduce strategies to help students master sentence structure. We will cover strategies for crafting simple, compound, and complex sentences; avoiding common mistakes; and teaching and applying grammatical rules effectively. This session is perfect for educators seeking to deepen learners’ writing skills and boost their language proficiency.
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LINCS: Learning About Dyslexia and Supporting Learners in the Classroom
2025-01-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability in reading characterized by difficulties with word recognition and poor spelling and decoding abilities. Estimates of dyslexia fall in the range of 5 to 20 percent of the population. Join LINCS Moderator, Michael Cruse, Learners with Disabilities group to learn why this range is so broad, options for screening potentially dyslextic learners, and strategies for supporting students who seek a formal diagnosis. We will also cover best practices and accommodations to support learners with dyslexia in the adult education setting.
Register at the link below:
https://air-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvfuGsqDgsE9Ec5Ki-D7h6-J9u-j2Fm5vp

EdTech Strategy Sessions: Fast PD and Media Creation
2025-01-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Staying ahead of technology trends is tough for busy teachers, but we’ve got you covered! Join EdTech for two dynamic lightning talks designed to fit into your packed schedule. First, join Rachel Riggs to learn how microlearning makes professional development quick and effective, and take home free resources to replicate the process. Then, join Justine Schade to discover how to customize templates, generate visuals with AI, and translate materials into hundreds of languages to better support multilingual learners.
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VALRC: LACES data analysis session
2025-01-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Join a group of Virginia practitioners for a hands-on experience working with data in the LACES system.
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CASAS: Digital Essentials for NEDP
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Join this one-hour “how-to” session to explore alternative digital tools to enhance NEDP competencies. We’ll dive into resume templates in Canva, creating charts and graphs in Google Sheets, designing and presenting slideshows in Google Slides, and understanding Google Drive—what it is and how clients might use it.

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