Many adult learners approach writing with hesitation, limited confidence, or negative experiences from school. This webinar explores practical strategies for reducing writing anxiety, encouraging creativity, and helping learners generate and develop ideas before they begin writing. Participants will learn instructional routines that build confidence, strengthen the foundational skills that support effective writing, and can be […]
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Join us for an hour of IET and workforce development discussion. Office hours will occur on the first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1p. Bring your questions!
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Small group work can be one of the most effective ways to increase student engagement and language practice, but facilitating a group isn't always easy. Volunteers are often asked to lead discussions, support practice activities, or facilitate group work. Balancing participation among learners with different personalities, confidence levels, and language skills can be tricky, but […]
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This is part one of a 4-part series focused on instructional practices for the Science of Reading. Part one is an interactive webinar focused on alphabetics. Register here. |
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Join us to discuss how to teach and prepare your learners for the general elections on November 3. This interactive webinar will focus on lesson plan ideas, election information for the November 3, 2026 general election in Virginia, and resources for your adult English Language Learners and new Americans. Register here
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Working with beginning-level learners can feel both exciting and intimidating, especially for new volunteers. Students may have limited literacy skills, emerging English proficiency, interrupted formal education, or varying comfort levels with classroom participation. In this webinar, we'll explore practical strategies for supporting learners in low-level ABE and ESL classrooms. Participants will learn how to build […] |
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A 3-Part 60-minute Professional Learning Community (PLC) series (1st of 3) for all tutors of adult English Language Learners: those new to tutoring, seasoned tutors, or those who might want to start tutoring. This PLC will focus on targeted topics such as tutoring learners who are studying for citizenship, lesson planning ideas and best practices, […] |
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Effective classroom routines do more than streamline instruction—they build academic skills, foster a supportive learning community, and empower students to take ownership of their learning. In this session, participants will explore practical, research-backed routines that enhance engagement, promote language development, and create a structured yet flexible environment. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, teachers will […] |
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1 event,Join educators, administrators, workforce partners, correctional education professionals, community organizations, and advocates for three days of learning, connection, and celebration at the 2026 VAACE Conference. |
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1 event,Under the theme All Hands-On Deck: Aligning Talent, Training & Tomorrow, this year's conference will explore how collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships can help meet workforce demands, expand opportunity, and prepare Virginians for the jobs of today and tomorrow. |
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