BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//VALRC - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:VALRC
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://valrc.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VALRC
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T205527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T205527Z
UID:10000451-1697641200-1697644800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: AI in Adult Education: Possibilities for Teaching and Learning
DESCRIPTION:Generative 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 Linn from the Literacy Assistance Center will introduce the basics of ChatGPT\, Bard\, and Bing and share ways these AI tools can be applied to the work of adult education to help teachers and learners achieve their goals. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-ai-in-adult-education-possibilities-for-teaching-and-learning/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T210215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T210215Z
UID:10000452-1697657400-1697664600@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. This workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230830T192121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T192121Z
UID:10000420-1697673600-1700092799@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ELPS for Adult Educators Online Course
DESCRIPTION: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 toward teachers who are new to the standards and who currently teach English language learners (ELLs) at any level\, including ESOL\, ABE\, and ASE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/elps-for-adult-educators-online-course/
CATEGORIES:Facilitated Online Course
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T210656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T210656Z
UID:10000453-1697716800-1697720400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Exploring Workplace Adult Education and Literacy Activities
DESCRIPTION:What 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 was originally scheduled in August.) \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-exploring-workplace-adult-education-and-literacy-activities/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231013T104956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T105005Z
UID:10000459-1697727600-1697733000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Effective Communication and Access for Job Seekers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing\, WorkforceGPS
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere is no inclusion without accessibility. With October being National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)\, it provides the opportunity to have a discussion on how the workforce system can be more inclusive to the job seekers from the deaf and hard of hearing community.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/effective-communication-and-access-for-job-seekers-who-are-deaf-or-hard-of-hearing-workforcegps/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230805T013312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T153858Z
UID:10000407-1697729400-1697734800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series\, Session 2
DESCRIPTION: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? \nThis 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will discuss the characteristics of a multilevel class\, planning for differentiated instruction and implementing different classroom management strategies for effective instruction. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of what multilevel classroom needs consist of\, how to prepare and plan for individual students needs\, and strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in the adult ESOL multi-level classroom. The resources will include articles\, videos and supplemental materials. \nObjectives:\n\nUnderstand the factors of a multilevel classroom and how to identify the needs of all students.\nIdentify strategies to effectively differentiate instruction in both multi level classrooms as well as leveled ESOL classes while accommodating literacy learners and more advanced students.\nDiscuss next steps for implementation\, including adaptation of materials and strategies with a specific group of learners.\n\nSession 2 will focus on a deep dive of differentiation by the process and the product. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/multilevel-esol-classes-webinar-series-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230817T180506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T205222Z
UID:10000410-1698048000-1698339600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VAACE Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register for the 2023 VAACE Conference: Pathways Forward!
URL:https://valrc.org/event/vaace-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/VAACEConference-Logo-2023-600x371-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231012T151027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T151027Z
UID:10000458-1698161400-1698166800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:GED Testing Service: Shared Strategies for Student Success with Debi Faucette
DESCRIPTION:GEDTS 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 networking opportunities with colleagues. It was also an opportunity for GED Testing Service staff to listen and learn from our colleagues so that we can better serve you\, and in turn\, better serve our adult learners. You were heard. We appreciated the thoughts and comments regarding professional development and in the months since the conference we have taken action to create a framework to respond to what we have learned to date. We will share our initial ideas to move ‘Back to the Basics’ in professional development and reveal how we can collaborate to set the stage with Tuesday for Teachers to build to the 2024 GED Annual Conference. \n “We are also excited to share that GED Testing Service has partnered with WithYouWithMe\, a social impact tech company\, to provide students with access to resources and services that can open doors to new opportunities and careers. Adult educators will have an opportunity to learn more about this partnership and how it can help their students.” \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/gedts-shared-strategies-for-student-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T211048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T211048Z
UID:10000454-1698415200-1698422400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Essential Zoom Skills for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 to meetings with friends and colleagues at work. The workshop will cover: \n\nTurning off participants’ cameras and microphones.\nRe-naming participants.\nSharing your screen.\nAnnotating your screen.\nSetting up and visiting breakout rooms.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-essential-zoom-skills-for-online-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230908T141322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T165310Z
UID:10000430-1698667200-1698672600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Career Pathways Open Conversations
DESCRIPTION: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! \nALL adult education practitioners who are interested in learning more about planning and implementing career pathways programming\, including integrated education and training (IET)\, PluggedInVA\, workplace learning\, etc.\, are welcome to attend! Please consider inviting multiple members of your teams to attend (e.g.\, instructors\, data specialists\, regional specialists\, program managers\, occupational training partners). All perspectives are welcome and are important to the conversation! \nThese conversations will occur on Mondays from 12p to 1:30p. We will record and archive the presentation portions of each session and will share notes from the breakout and whole-group discussions. \nFall dates are October 2\, October 30\, and November 27. \nRegister for one or all sessions with this link.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/career-pathways-open-conversations/
CATEGORIES:Online Open Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/three.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T213129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T213129Z
UID:10000457-1698678000-1698681600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Understanding Discrimination: What is it and why does it matter?
DESCRIPTION:What 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 by being more aware of our personal biases.  LINCS’ special guest\, Dr. Adriennie Hatten\, will describe what discrimination looks like in educational settings at the student and instructor levels\, discuss parent perspectives on the effects of discrimination\, and provide strategies to prevent discrimination. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-understanding-discrimination-what-is-it-and-why-does-it-matter/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231010T211303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T211303Z
UID:10000455-1698694200-1698701400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: How to Work Effectively with Muslims
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 educators. First\, the presentation will open with a brief introduction on how to effectively work with Muslim learners by bringing awareness and eliminating a potential bias. The second segment highlights Muslim demographics worldwide\, in the United States and in Minnesota. The third part of this presentation will include how to provide religious accommodations in an educational setting. It emphasizes: a) the main practices for which school staff should expect a request for accommodation and b) practices to be mindful of when interacting with Muslim learners. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-how-to-work-effectively-with-muslims/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231102T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T135142Z
UID:10000461-1699542000-1699547400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CAL’s 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult English Language Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of effective adult language instruction! \nCalling 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. \nWebinar 1: Principles 1–4 Date: November 9\, 2023 Time: 3:00–3:45 PM \nDelve into strategies for adult language instruction\, covering learner-centeredness\, leveraging learners’ assets\, and incorporating all language modalities. Discover classroom and virtual activities to keep your learners motivated and boost their language proficiency. \nWebinar 2: Principles 5–8 Date: November 16\, 2023 Time: 3:00–3:45 PM Elevate your teaching with insights on comprehensible input\, developing metacognitive awareness in learners\, and creating a supportive learning environment. Equip yourself with a toolkit of techniques to create an inclusive\, engaging\, and immersive language learning experience.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/cals-8-fundamental-principles-of-effective-adult-english-language-instruction/2023-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231007T141127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T163253Z
UID:10000448-1699543800-1699549200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Lessons from the Field with Stan Citron: Strategies to Help Students Become More Fluent English Speakers
DESCRIPTION: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. These tools are:   \n\n“Color Vowels” and syllable-stress to improve word pronunciation\, \nThe Three Sounds of “Ed” exercises to help students use “-ed” verbs with confidence\, \n“Everyday English” exercises using reductions and sentence stress to speak more naturally\,\nSongs/speeches that allow students to put the Fluent English principles into practice\, \n“Listen and Imitate” exercises that allow students to practice mimicking the rhythm and sounds of Fluent English\, and \nA well-known learning app that can help students improve their accent and conversational skills. \n\nIn addition\, Stan has developed a Fluent English Handbook and website with classroom-tested practical exercises that will be shared with webinar participants.  \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lessons-from-the-field-with-stan-citron/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230912T175059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T175850Z
UID:10000433-1699970400-1699974000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VDOE 2023 Data Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valrc.org/event/vdoe-2023-data-office-hours-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Open Discussion
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230804T160413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T153840Z
UID:10000403-1699974000-1699979400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Digital Literacy for Multilingual Learners Webinar Series\, Session 3: Virtual Instruction for Beginning Multilingual Learners
DESCRIPTION:Do 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 the first time?  \nThis webinar is designed to provide effective and engaging strategies for English practice during online classes. Participants will discuss features of communications platforms\, presentation software\,  specific apps and websites that can support language learning opportunities in the online classroom. They will collaborate to choose activities for different parts of a lesson plan.  \nThis webinar is meant for online instructors of beginning level multilingual learners. They will receive resources for use with online classes including recommended Open Educational Resources (OER) from CrowdED Learning and Skillblox. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand basic features of communications platforms\nDiscuss presentation software\, and a selection of apps and websites\nCollaborate to create a an effective lesson plan for beginners supported by a variety of resources\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/digital-literacy-for-multilingual-learners-webinar-series-session-3-virtual-instruction-for-beginning-multilingual-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231016T204646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T174028Z
UID:10000460-1700062200-1700065800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Writing: Giving Feedback
DESCRIPTION:How can instructors build learners’ confidence as writers while still providing constructive feedback? This webinar discusses when and how to provide feedback on learner writing.\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/teaching-writing-giving-feedback/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231102T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T135142Z
UID:10000462-1700146800-1700152200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CAL’s 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult English Language Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of effective adult language instruction! \nCalling 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. \nWebinar 1: Principles 1–4 Date: November 9\, 2023 Time: 3:00–3:45 PM \nDelve into strategies for adult language instruction\, covering learner-centeredness\, leveraging learners’ assets\, and incorporating all language modalities. Discover classroom and virtual activities to keep your learners motivated and boost their language proficiency. \nWebinar 2: Principles 5–8 Date: November 16\, 2023 Time: 3:00–3:45 PM Elevate your teaching with insights on comprehensible input\, developing metacognitive awareness in learners\, and creating a supportive learning environment. Equip yourself with a toolkit of techniques to create an inclusive\, engaging\, and immersive language learning experience.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/cals-8-fundamental-principles-of-effective-adult-english-language-instruction/2023-11-16/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230908T141502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T165345Z
UID:10000431-1701086400-1701091800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Career Pathways Open Conversations
DESCRIPTION: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! \nALL adult education practitioners who are interested in learning more about planning and implementing career pathways programming\, including integrated education and training (IET)\, PluggedInVA\, workplace learning\, etc.\, are welcome to attend! Please consider inviting multiple members of your teams to attend (e.g.\, instructors\, data specialists\, regional specialists\, program managers\, occupational training partners). All perspectives are welcome and are important to the conversation! \nThese conversations will occur on Mondays from 12p to 1:30p. We will record and archive the presentation portions of each session and will share notes from the breakout and whole-group discussions. \nFall dates are October 2\, October 30\, and November 27. \nRegister for one or all sessions with this link.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/career-pathways-open-conversations-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Open Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/three.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230828T152956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T144939Z
UID:10000413-1701176400-1701181800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Disabilities and the Adult Learner Webinar Series\, Session 3: Making Content Accessible
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister
URL:https://valrc.org/event/disabilities-and-the-adult-learner-webinar-series-session-3-making-content-accessible/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20230805T013447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T131641Z
UID:10000408-1701358200-1701363600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Multilevel ESOL Classes Webinar Series\, Session 3
DESCRIPTION: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? \nThis 3 part webinar series will present strategies for effective multi-level instruction and planning for ESOL classes or multi-level classrooms. We will discuss the characteristics of a multilevel class\, planning for differentiated instruction and implementing different classroom management strategies for effective instruction. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of what multilevel classroom needs consist of\, how to prepare and plan for individual students needs\, and strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in the adult ESOL multi-level classroom. The resources will include articles\, videos and supplemental materials. \nObjectives:\n\nUnderstand the factors of a multilevel classroom and how to identify the needs of all students.\nIdentify strategies to effectively differentiate instruction in both multi level classrooms as well as leveled ESOL classes while accommodating literacy learners and more advanced students.\nDiscuss next steps for implementation\, including adaptation of materials and strategies with a specific group of learners.\n\nSession 3 will focus on grouping strategies and building community. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/multilevel-esol-classes-webinar-series-session-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105938
CREATED:20231128T181645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T181645Z
UID:10000467-1701718200-1701725400@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. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T181220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T181220Z
UID:10000466-1701777600-1701781200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Internationally-Trained Professionals: Workforce Challenges & Innovative Solutions for Integration
DESCRIPTION:If you work with highly skilled immigrants\, you won’t want to miss this LINCS event. The presenter will provide an overview of the unique challenges internationally-trained professionals face integrating into the U.S. workforce. You will hear about a variety of innovative programs working to support the integration of internationally-trained professionals into the U.S workforce. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-internationally-trained-professionals-workforce-challenges-innovative-solutions-for-integration/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20230912T175143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T181310Z
UID:10000434-1701784800-1701788400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VDOE 2023 Data Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valrc.org/event/vdoe-2023-data-office-hours-3/
CATEGORIES:Online Open Discussion
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231102T183051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T181355Z
UID:10000463-1701788400-1701793800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LACES Demo Webinars
DESCRIPTION:As part of the statewide transition from SSWS to LACES by LiteracyPro for our adult education data management system\, Shannon Stangis will be providing webinars at the days and times below to preview some of the features and functionality of the new system. All are welcome to join the webinars which will be recorded and archived. We hope you can join!\n\nThe Zoom link may be used to join both sessions – there is no registration form. \n\nSave these dates:\n\nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023 at 3 pm EST \n \nTuesday\, January 9\, 2024 at 3 pm EST
URL:https://valrc.org/event/laces-demo-webinars/2023-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T182117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T182117Z
UID:10000468-1701790200-1701795600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ATLAS: Cultivating Mathematical Literacy for English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Wait\, I’m not a math teacher! I want to incorporate numeracy into my ESL classroom\, but where do I even start?! How do I effectively address literacy and numeracy at the same time? Join Cindy Schultz and Meagan Hymes as they offer insights into these very real questions. You will get to see and experience routines that they have used with their ESL students in addition to hearing an administrator perspective on the hows and whys of supporting numeracy in language classrooms. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/atlas-cultivating-mathematical-literacy-for-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T204608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204608Z
UID:10000469-1701864000-1701867600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: The Never-Fail Writing Method
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to teach writing that never fails? Join the LINCS Reading and Writing Community for this event to learn more about the Never Fail Writing Method! During this engaging event you will hear from our guest\, the legendary adult educator Kate Nonesuch\, about how she teaches appreciative writing feedback to her students and how they use what they learn to give positive feedback to others. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-the-never-fail-writing-method/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T204737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204737Z
UID:10000470-1701871200-1701874800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Helping Your Students Identify\, Develop\, and Utilize Their (not so) Soft Skills
DESCRIPTION:Adult education students have strong transferable skills (aka\, soft skills). They just don’t know it yet! Leadership\, communication\, and critical thinking skills are being cultivated daily by hard-working adult learners. Employers value and seek these crucial competencies. In this webinar\, we’ll share powerful student-written stories and classroom activities that demonstrate simple ways to teach basic skills in a way that enables students to identify and amplify the transferable skills essential for employability. Presented by Cynthia Peters and Jen Denton. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-helping-your-students-identify-develop-and-utilize-their-not-so-soft-skills/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T141500
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T204907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204907Z
UID:10000471-1702041300-1702044900@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Creating Accessible and Inclusive Learning Coffee Break: Reflections & Looking Ahead to 2024
DESCRIPTION:As we prepare to wind down 2024\, join the LINCS Learners with Disabilities Community to reflect upon your work to serve all learners in your program. What worked well and what could be improved upon as you move into 2024? Come to hear from others about their successes and challenges and share your own. Let’s share our resources to make 2024 even more accessible for adult learners! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-creating-accessible-and-inclusive-learning-coffee-break-reflections-looking-ahead-to-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105939
CREATED:20231128T205150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T205150Z
UID:10000472-1702323000-1702330200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Racial Equity 201 with Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, it is recommended that you take any basic diversity\, equity and inclusion class or training before you take this session\, but it is not required. \nThis class will define and explore the origins of the white supremacy class and caste systems in the United States and the racial trauma caused as a result of these systems. The session will provide learners with a mental model for understanding and disrupting white supremacy classism and its impact on mental health. Participants will be introduced to mindfulness activities discussed in Resmaa Menakem’s book My Grandmother’s Hands for processing internalized racial embodied reflexes and trauma. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-racial-equity-201-with-jimmie-heags/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR