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SUMMARY:COABE: Construction Training Grant Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nDiscover how adult education can open doors to high-demand\, high-wage careers in the construction industry. Join COABE and our national partner\, the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)\, for an inspiring information session highlighting a newly launched grant opportunity designed specifically for COABE members. This session will explore how to start—or revitalize—a construction education program using NCCER’s nationally recognized curriculum and credentials\, and how those credentials can strengthen alignment with local\, state\, and federal funding priorities. With construction among the most in-demand industries nationwide\, this opportunity offers learners a pathway to meaningful careers with strong earning potential\, upward mobility\, and long-term stability. Participants will gain a clear understanding of program accreditation\, curriculum options\, instructor training\, and the robust ongoing support available. We’ll also walk through what’s included in the start-up bundle\, as well as program expectations and outcome requirements. Ample time will be provided for questions and discussion. Whether you are ready to launch a new construction training program or looking to reenergize trades training in your community\, this grant opportunity represents a powerful chance to expand impact\, meet workforce needs\, and transform lives through education and skills training.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-construction-training-grant-opportunity/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T140000
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SUMMARY:COABE: Crack the Code: 10 Game-Changing Ways to Teach Idioms & Slang!
DESCRIPTION:Author “Slangman” gives an informative and hilarious presentation on the newest slang your students are bringing into YOUR classroom. Join David Burke to find out what it all means and stay one step ahead of the game! And learn which idioms and slang your students must learn to avoid embarrassment and costly mistakes in business\, achieve true fluency\, and open the doors to American culture. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-crack-the-code-10-game-changing-ways-to-teach-idioms-slang/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20251202T170410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T170410Z
UID:10000851-1765893600-1765897200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Adult Education Entrepreneurship Showcase
DESCRIPTION:After graduating from the COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute\, Lynn Thompson and her team at the International Institute of Minnesota (IIM) created an 8-week entrepreneurship course for immigrants with a 98% pass rate on the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination. Join us to learn how IIM integrates English language learning with entrepreneurial concepts while supporting immigrants’ small business interests. Hear from students who recently completed the course and successfully started businesses. The IIM funding model and strategies for connecting immigrants to U.S. business resources will also be shared. Registration is now open for the COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute PART B Business Plan that starts January 19\, 2026. Part B\, which costs $275 and provides 55 hours of professional development credit\, can be completed before or without completing Part A. \nThis session is presented by Cheryl Ayers\, Lynn Thompson\, Carrie Mann\, and Mohamed Abdinur. \nRegister for the webinar here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-adult-education-entrepreneurship-showcase/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20251202T165453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T165516Z
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SUMMARY:COABE: Expanding the Age Range for PACT Time by Discovering PACT Time Experiences for Families
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will dive into expanding the age range for PACT Time® activities by discovering a variety of experiences for children and parents of all ages. Most PACT Time resources that are available are focused on early childhood (0-8)\, but family literacy programming can serve families with children of any age and PACT Time activities need to reflect the age of those children. Join Allison Miller from the National Center for Families Learning to review available resources and dream up new ones! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-expanding-the-age-range-for-pact-time-by-discovering-pact-time-experiences-for-families/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20251029T191219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T191219Z
UID:10000833-1762524000-1762527600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Trauma-Informed Instruction: Teaching Through Triggers and Traumas - Theirs and Yours
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to teach through triggers and traumas—yours and your students’—to lead students to academic success. Research shows that past and present trauma affects our ability to learn and teach effectively. This webinar will present an accessible understanding of how the brain functions when under stress and how to regulate before you react. This knowledge combined with practical\, transferable skills will improve learning\, instruction\, test-taking\, and quality of life. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-trauma-informed-instruction-teaching-through-triggers-and-traumas-theirs-and-yours/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
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CREATED:20250129T023642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023642Z
UID:10000715-1739282400-1739286000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Building and Refining Specialized Services for Internationally Trained Professionals in Region 1
DESCRIPTION:This interactive discussion will highlight innovative service models for supporting Internationally Trained Professionals (ITPs). We will bring together adult education practitioners from Region 1 and beyond who have built ITP-focused programming across sectors (nursing\, engineering) and that leverage different funding models. Whether new to this work or scaling existing programs\, participants will learn about useful strategies for expanded impact to support ITPs with entering skills-appropriate employment and training. Please join the breakout conversations and the live Q&A! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-building-and-refining-specialized-services-for-internationally-trained-professionals-in-region-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T150000
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CREATED:20250129T022954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T022954Z
UID:10000712-1738591200-1738594800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Virtual Leadership in Action: Students as Leaders Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Students as Leaders Summit (March 31\, 2025) offers adult learners an opportunity to engage in a free hybrid learning experience where they will learn how to foster student leadership in their local programs. Learn how to foster virtual participation for all adult learners in your program to ensure that they do not miss out on this once-a-year opportunity for networking\, connection\, and learning! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-virtual-leadership-in-action-students-as-leaders-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T150000
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CREATED:20241203T031546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T031546Z
UID:10000682-1733407200-1733410800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Success Stories – Integrating Entrepreneurship in ABE/ESOL Programs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-success-stories-integrating-entrepreneurship-in-abe-esol-programs/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T150000
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CREATED:20240729T193842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T193842Z
UID:10000603-1724076000-1724079600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Setting the GPS: Creating a Career Success Focused Webinar Series for Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-setting-the-gps-creating-a-career-success-focused-webinar-series-for-adult-learners/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240729T193317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T193317Z
UID:10000600-1722952800-1722956400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Improving Adult Learners’ Attitudes and Odds for Workplace Success
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-improving-adult-learners-attitudes-and-odds-for-workplace-success/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T150000
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CREATED:20240628T193237Z
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UID:10000581-1721138400-1721142000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: IELCE in Action: Preparing Adult Multilingual Learners for High-Demand Machining Jobs
DESCRIPTION:Designing an Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) program can be daunting. Learn how Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College’s Workforce Preparation and Introduction to Machining program is preparing multilingual language learners for entry-level employment in the high-demand field of machining. This engaging\, visual-rich webinar will provide an overview of a successful IELCE program\, including program design\, recruiting\, onboarding\, and employer partnering. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-ielce-in-action-preparing-adult-multilingual-learners-for-high-demand-machining-jobs/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T140000
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CREATED:20240628T192706Z
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UID:10000578-1720620000-1720623600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Case Management for ITP Students: A Tiered Approach for Multi-Level Participants
DESCRIPTION:Internationally Trained Professionals as a subset of English language learners have specialized needs compared with the generalized population. Providers can start to serve these individuals where they are through case management by providing customized advising\, career exploration\, workplace preparation\, digital skills\, document translation and evaluation along with other intensive services. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-case-management-for-itp-students-a-tiered-approach-for-multi-level-participants/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T150000
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CREATED:20240530T181601Z
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UID:10000575-1719583200-1719586800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Sparking Conversations about Race and Equity with Adult English Learners
DESCRIPTION:English learners with basic conversational skills are often eager to discuss and learn about racism\, equity\, and justice. However\, few opportunities exist to explore these topics in safe\, structured settings\, and language teachers are sometimes unprepared to effectively facilitate these conversations. This webinar will provide teachers with tools and ideas to encourage critical conversations about race\, equity\, and justice in their adult English classes. Access to materials to use in the classroom will be shared. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-sparking-conversations-about-race-and-equity-with-adult-english-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240530T175340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T175340Z
UID:10000565-1717682400-1717686000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Accelerating Literacy Acquisition for Multilingual Learners
DESCRIPTION:Discover the transformative power of scientific research in English language instruction. This webinar delves into two crucial areas of study\, the science of reading and the science of learning\, offering invaluable insights for educators working with multilingual learners. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of evidence-based practices and explore practical strategies to accelerate English acquisition in adult education and correctional settings. Join us in unlocking the potential of scientific approaches in enhancing language and literacy development. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-accelerating-literacy-acquisition-for-multilingual-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240523T014715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T014715Z
UID:10000559-1716991200-1716994800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: The Little Things You Can Do to Make a Big Impact on GED® Math Performance
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes it’s the little things students ignore that could mean the difference between passing or failing the GED® Mathematical Reasoning Test. This session will focus on what teachers need to pay attention to in terms of what students do during problem solving exercises that could help significantly improve students’ performance on the test. This session will also suggest strategies on how to break those bad math habits and provide tips to sustain effective problem-solving practices. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-the-little-things-you-can-do-to-make-a-big-impact-on-ged-math-performance/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240502T140020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T140020Z
UID:10000557-1715781600-1715785200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Recognizing and Responding to Dyslexia in Adults
DESCRIPTION:Most adults with dyslexia don’t even know they have it. During this interactive webinar\, Laura will provide attendees with information about dyslexia and share a simple screening instrument to identify characteristics of dyslexia in adults. She will provide research-based reading instruction methods and additional resources that are highly effective for adult learners with dyslexia. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-recognizing-and-responding-to-dyslexia-in-adults/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240401T021922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T021922Z
UID:10000551-1713880800-1713888000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Updates From the Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans Project
DESCRIPTION:Join OCTAE’s Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans (EARN) project as we highlight and discuss newly available and upcoming resources to support IELCE implementation. EARN resources include videos\, spotlights on effective practices\, and guides and tools to support implementation on the topics of immigrant integration\, the components of IELCE/IET\, instructional delivery approaches\, and learner-centered approaches. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-updates-from-the-enhancing-access-for-refugees-and-new-americans-project/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20240401T021158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T021358Z
UID:10000548-1713276000-1713279600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: New Frontiers in Jail Education—How adult education providers can partner with jails to drive MSGs\, diplomas\, and life-changing experiences
DESCRIPTION:As tablet technology and secure internet access is growing in jails across the U.S.\, the ability to deliver a new level of educational opportunities grows as well. There are now more than 700\,000 tablets deployed in prisons and jails across the country. This delivery mechanism is changing the way adult education providers can partner with jails to impact their communities. Join this session to see the cutting-edge technology\, learn ways in which your program can innovate jail education\, and develop a plan for beginning or enhancing jail education in your community. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-new-frontiers-in-jail-education-how-adult-education-providers-can-partner-with-jails-to-drive-msgs-diplomas-and-life-changing-experiences/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20231128T223559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T223559Z
UID:10000478-1703167200-1703170800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: How to Utilize Paid and Free Resources to Boost Student Enrollment in your Local Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you have $1\,000 to spend on recruiting new students to your program? Do you have no money at all? Come learn both free and paid ways to boost the number of students you have in your program. Hear what the Connecticut Association for Adult and Continuing Education did as a state\, and what several local programs did with limited funding. Print\, TV\, mail\, digital marketing\, and social media will be discussed. Presented by Dr. Anthony Mangiafico and Kristin Hempel.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-how-to-utilize-paid-and-free-resources-to-boost-student-enrollment-in-your-local-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114216
CREATED:20231010T204642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T204642Z
UID:10000450-1697637600-1697641200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: The Correctional Classroom: Cultivating a Culture That Promotes Creativity
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will teach methods for educators to explore their own creativity and develop classroom approaches that will inspire students. Coach Alisa Smedley will teach proven strategies for collaborating with students and cultivating a passion for their own success. Participants will leave with strategies for building rapport with students\, ready-to-use classroom ideas\, and important insights about teaching in a correctional setting. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-the-correctional-classroom-cultivating-a-culture-that-promotes-creativity/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20230530T220744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T220900Z
UID:10000380-1686664800-1686668400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: NEW MEASURABLE SKILL GAINS MODELS ARE COMING: ARE YOU READY?
DESCRIPTION:Satisfied with current NRS tests? Probably not. Come learn what the future of Measurable Skill Gains assessment looks like. Assessment researchers and leading adult education practitioners will describe how revolutionary new methods are being applied to support the next generation of NRS assessments under a Department of Education project. Skills developed in IET and workplace learning tasks are hard to measure. This webinar will describe how future assessments will be closely aligned to close this gap. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-new-measurable-skill-gains-models-are-coming-are-you-ready/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20230117T172628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T181148Z
UID:10000321-1674658800-1674660600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE & Aztec Software: Great Leadership Pathways Webinar Series: Part 3\,  Leadership Matters: 8 to Great Leadership Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Leadership skills are essential to everyone who works in Adult Education. Regardless of your role\, having a firm understanding of leadership skills allows you to contribute more to those you serve and the agencies where you work. In this three part webinar series\, nationally recognized adult education leader Reecie Stagnolia will explore the eight leadership skills needed by everyone who serves adult learners. Participants will do a deep dive into each of the eight pathways to leadership and walk away with skills that can be immediately implemented. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-aztec-software-great-leadership-pathways-webinar-series-part-3-leadership-matters-8-to-great-leadership-pathways/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20230117T171638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T181026Z
UID:10000316-1674054000-1674055800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE & Aztec Software: Great Leadership Pathways Webinar Series: Part 2\,  Leadership Matters: 8 to Great Leadership Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Leadership skills are essential to everyone who works in Adult Education. Regardless of your role\, having a firm understanding of leadership skills allows you to contribute more to those you serve and the agencies where you work. In this three part webinar series\, nationally recognized adult education leader Reecie Stagnolia will explore the eight leadership skills needed by everyone who serves adult learners. Participants will do a deep dive into each of the eight pathways to leadership and walk away with skills that can be immediately implemented.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-aztec-software-great-leadership-pathways-webinar-series-part-2-leadership-matters-8-to-great-leadership-pathways/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/COABE.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20220830T150128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T150128Z
UID:10000268-1662040800-1662044400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: AEFL WEEK PREP
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will prepare advocates to contact their mayors\, governors\, and federal members of congress during Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Talk to your legislator to help move the needle for funding for adult education at the local\, state\, and federal levels. At a time when funding is so critically needed\, we need YOU to join us for this important work. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-aefl-week-prep/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/COABE.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20220630T152826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T135013Z
UID:10000256-1658930400-1658934000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: The Three Pillars to Successful ESOL Remote Instruction
DESCRIPTION:What is the foundation for successful remote instruction? What are the considerations that will help to reach and teach ESOL students\, whether remote\, in-person\, or some combination of the two? If you are preparing ESOL classes amidst ongoing uncertainty\, this webinar will help to identify the components of an effective communication plan\, discuss ways in which you can organize and structure your class for maximum engagement\, and examine elements of successful course delivery. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-the-three-pillars-to-successful-esol-remote-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20220630T152615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T115619Z
UID:10000255-1658498400-1658502000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Free Online ESOL Classes – USA Learns
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for free online resources to teach ESOL at a distance? USA Learns offers five English courses that use multimedia to teach beginning and intermediate English. The interactive activities cover listening\, vocabulary\, grammar\, spelling\, pronunciation\, reading\, writing\, speaking\, and job skills. Brainstorm ways to use these materials in your class and learn to create your own USA Learns course to track student progress\, scores\, and time. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-free-online-esol-classes-usa-learns/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220609
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20220524T233819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T131855Z
UID:10000240-1654646400-1654732799@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion Virtual Symposium
DESCRIPTION:COABE\, together with national partners\, is hosting this one day symposium to focus on racial equity and immigrant integration\, prison literacy\, digital equity\, students as leaders\, learning differences\, and local program improvement. The hope is to provide each attendee with actionable tools that can be immediately used at the local and state level. Registration is free for COABE & VAACE members.  Visit this website to learn more!  \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-diversity-equity-inclusion-virtual-symposium/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T114217
CREATED:20220524T232931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T131736Z
UID:10000237-1654264800-1654268400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Teaching With Webb's Depth of Knowledge in Mind for High School Equivalency Test Success!
DESCRIPTION:Most GED® and HiSET® high school equivalency test questions are at Webb’s Depth of Knowledge levels 2 and 3. How can we help our students successfully answer these cognitively challenging questions? In this interactive session\, you will learn several evidence-based teaching strategies that will help your students survive and thrive when tackling these tricky test questions. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-teaching-with-webbs-depth-of-knowledge-in-mind-for-high-school-equivalency-test-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
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