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SUMMARY:LINCS: Developing Curriculum Using an Equity Lens (Asynchronous Discussions)
DESCRIPTION:Discover strategies to develop Adult Education curricula through a robust dialogue with guest experts in the Teaching and Learning\, Reading and Writing\, Math and Numeracy\, Program Management\, and Diversity Equity and Inclusion Communities of Practice. This round robin discussion will involve multiple groups with a specific focus each day to aid you in developing a solid understanding of connecting standards based instruction that prepares learners for postsecondary education. Follow us every day in a new Community group as participants provide a deep and rich dialogue. \n\nJuly 10: Join the Teaching and Learning Community to focus on Standards in Action.\nJuly 11: Join the Reading and Writing Community to continue the discussion as our Guest Expert\, Leecy Wise\, will help define equity as it applies to adult education instruction and encourage a dialogue sharing IET Reading and Writing activities that align with the Standards in Action and focus on Equity in instruction.\nJuly 12: Join the Math and Numeracy Community as Leecy Wise continues the dialogue on sharing math focused Integrated Education and Training activities that are aligned with Standards.\nJuly 13: Join the Program Management Community to discuss oversight of designing curriculum.\nJuly 14:  Wrapping up in weeklong discussion in the DEI Community to close the loop on conversations and connect all the pieces to DEI work.\n\nAccess Discussions Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-developing-curriculum-using-an-equity-lens-asynchronous-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Culture in the Adult Education Mathematics Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Carmine Stewart to discuss the importance of acknowledging and valuing students’ diverse cultures and experiences in the mathematics classroom. We’ll explore ways to incorporate culturally responsive teaching practices by using examples and problems that are relevant to students’ cultural backgrounds and experiences\, and how to create safe and inclusive learning environments where students feel comfortable sharing. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-culture-in-the-adult-education-mathematics-classroom/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T140000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Learn the Skills Needed to Transform\, Personalize\, and Empower Learning in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:The ISTE Standards for Educator Certification can transform\, personalize\, and empower learning in the adult education classroom. Join Ginette Chandler of Second Start to consider the challenge and share lessons learned for how to make digital citizenship a positive practice rather than a list of don’ts. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-learn-the-skills-needed-to-transform-personalize-and-empower-learning-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230609
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SUMMARY:LINCS Discussion: How Can Writing Improve Reading Comprehension?
DESCRIPTION:LINCS hosts educator and researcher Charles MacArthur of the University of Delaware for an asynchronous discussion of how writing can improve the reading comprehension of adult education students! Ask your questions on this topic and comment on the recommended strategies for answering questions\, taking notes\, summarizing\, and responding to texts. \nJoin this special discussion and the LINCS Reading and Writing community. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-discussion-how-can-writing-improve-reading-comprehension/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Supporting Job-Embedded Professional Development for ELA Instructors
DESCRIPTION:Join LINCS to learn how one  program teaching English learners is supporting high quality job-embedded professional development for instructors. Laura Smith-Hill will share practical strategies to nurture a team culture among instructors\, involve them in collaborative curriculum development\, and provide accountability to the most rigorous research available to the field. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-supporting-job-embedded-professional-development-for-ela-instructors/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T153000
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SUMMARY:LINCS Digital Storytelling for Better Writers
DESCRIPTION:From the LINCS Reading & Writing Community: How can we use multi-media storytelling to build better writers? What role does storytelling have in Adult Basic Education? In this live session on May 25 at 2 PM ET\, Laura Porfirio will share an overview of the digital storytelling process and important elements to consider when writing a personal narrative script. We will practice sample writing activities and share resources for accessing existing digital stories as a guide for inspiring more authentic and relevant story sharing in our classes. \nRegister here for the training\, which runs from 2-3:15 p.m. ET.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-digital-storytelling-for-better-writers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T130000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Teacher-Centered Coaching for Improved Literacy Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join this session to learn more about teacher-centered coaching for improved literacy outcomes! Coaching expert Susan Roberts\, moderator of the LINCS Reading and Writing group\, will share her thoughts on how to support instructors so they can help their students achieve improved reading and writing outcomes. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-teacher-centered-coaching-for-improved-literacy-outcomes/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Digital Portfolios: Grow\, Create\, Reflect
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the benefits of digital portfolios in the classroom\, to showcase student growth\, creativity\, and reflection through 21st Century Learning Skills. In this hands-on session\, participants will be walking away with lesson ideas for their classroom and making their own sample portfolio using Google Sites.  Visit this website to learn more! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-digital-portfolios-grow-create-reflect/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T163000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: What is Dyscalculia?
DESCRIPTION:Join LINCS to discuss dyscalculia\, a math disability. In this session\, participants will learn more about potential signs of dyscalculia and strategies for supporting identified learners. Bring your stories and resources for supporting these learners in your classroom! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-what-is-dyscalculia/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T150000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: The Color of Education
DESCRIPTION:The Color of Education will explore the issue of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in the correctional and reentry classrooms across our country. This engaging and interactive event will bring the issues of diversity front and center as we celebrate Black History Month. Our nationally recognized guest\, Tina Moore Gilbert\, will guide us through the discussion as we consider ways that educators and administrators in the correctional and reentry settings can move the ball to creating a more inclusive and equitable educational system. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-the-color-of-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T150000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Math Language Routines
DESCRIPTION:Join LINCS to learn about how supporting English learners with math language routines enhances their understanding of mathematics and simultaneously builds their English skills. Maribel Ojeda of the Pennsylvania Department of Education will share practical strategies for integrating math language routines into instruction for adult education instructors who teach English learners in ESOL\, ABE and HSE classes. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-math-language-routines/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Building Career and Technical Education Programs In Rural Areas
DESCRIPTION:How can we build robust career and technical education programs in rural America? Join this interactive event to discuss and share ideas\, learn from colleagues\, and then continue the discussion in the LINCS Community. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-building-career-and-technical-education-programs-in-rural-areas/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T160000
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CREATED:20230117T172440Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS/VALRC: Trauma-Informed Care and Social Emotional Learning for Adult ESOL Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Trauma-Informed Care and Social Emotional Learning can have a positive impact on persistence and language development for adult English learners. Join Kate Rolander and Hali Massey from the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center for ideas on how to effectively integrate research-based practices into adult instruction for adult English learners. Participants will leave with numerous practical classroom activities and materials. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-valrc-trauma-informed-care-and-social-emotional-learning-for-adult-esol-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T140000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Reading Behind the Walls
DESCRIPTION:Jeremy Gregg\, author and prison reform advocate\, will be our guest expert for the Reading Behind the Walls LINCS event taking place on January 18th at 3 PM ET. During this event\, you will hear about how reading can change inmates’ lives as well as how literacy can be used to keep a strong connection with inmates’ families on the outside. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-reading-behind-the-walls/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T150000
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CREATED:20230117T171854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T181010Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Digital Literacy as a Pathway to Computer Science through Idaho’s Onramp Program
DESCRIPTION:College of Western Idaho has partnered with Apple’s Community Education Initiative and On- Ramp to offer a digital skills pathway to computer programming. They will share how we connected our Adult Education and English as a Second language digital skills pathway to a computer programming certificate through this innovative partnership. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-digital-literacy-as-a-pathway-to-computer-science-through-idahos-onramp-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T130000
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CREATED:20221205T221340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T174113Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Celebrate Me Home - A Season of Learning Inside and Outside of Our Prisons and Jails
DESCRIPTION:As this holiday season approaches let’s explore educational gifts we can share with our students\, colleagues\, administrators and others that have been touched by our justice systems. Join us to discuss ways we can all become better educators for students who often struggle with life behind the walls and upon their return to society. Resources and better practices will be shared as we celebrate learning for our students and their families.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-celebrate-me-home-a-season-of-learning-inside-and-outside-of-our-prisons-and-jails/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T163000
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CREATED:20221205T221144Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Embedding Questions in Videos using Edpuzzle
DESCRIPTION:Edpuzzle is an online tool that allows teachers to insert questions in videos and track student responses. Guest expert Nell Eckersley will share the many ways Edpuzzle can be used for in-person\, remote and hybrid classrooms — you will walk away ready to bring this tool to your classroom.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-embedding-questions-in-videos-using-edpuzzle/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T170000
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CREATED:20221205T220808Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Building a Comprehensive IELCE Program
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to build an effective IELCE program with guest expert Amelia Boggess. Share your promising practices\, discover strategies to enhance your program\, and learn how to implement a portion of your IELCE program via distance learning.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-building-a-comprehensive-ielce-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T160000
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Coffee Talk: Using Labor Market Information (LMI) in the Math Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join LINCS to revisit their September discussion on ideas and resources to help adult educators use labor market information in the math classroom with Brooke Istas\, the LINCS Community Math and Numeracy group moderator. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-coffee-talk-using-labor-market-information-lmi-in-the-math-classroom/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T150000
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CREATED:20221205T220342Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Math and Technology Unite!
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to engage students during math instruction? Thinking about utilizing technology but unsure where to start? Join moderator\, Ashly Winkle\, and guest presenter\, Krista Mosher\, to learn how to integrate technology tools\, strategies\, and best practices into math instruction.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-math-and-technology-unite/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T160000
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CREATED:20221003T181128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T184647Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Lessons from an ESOL Literature Circle: Flash fiction\, four skills and fun
DESCRIPTION:Literature Circles can be a powerful instructional approach to teach language to intermediate and advanced English Learners. This event provides an introduction to Literature Circles featuring testimonials of high-intermediate and advanced English learners and practical suggestions for how to start a Literature Circle\, how to find appropriate texts\, and how to support student roles. \nMargaret Kinsley Johnson will offer a brief review of the research which highlights the pedagogical benefits of Literature Circles and share how she has been implementing circles with groups of advanced English learners with great success. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-lessons-from-an-esol-literature-circle-flash-fiction-four-skills-and-fun/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20221003T180428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T184420Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Strategies in Providing English Language Acquisition and Family Literacy Services to Afghan Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Adult education can be critical for individuals and families from other countries trying to navigate in a new country\, culture\, and language. Please join us for an interview with Kimberly Tate\, Savannah Technical College’s ESL Program Coordinator\, who has been working with Afghan refugee families. She will share program strategies for orienting\, instructing\, and retaining Afghan refugees.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-strategies-in-providing-english-language-acquisition-and-family-literacy-services-to-afghan-refugees/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220830T180134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014747Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Digital Literacy & Technology @ COABE 2023 Live Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel Riggs of Word Education and Nell Eckersley of NYC Support and Technical Assistance to revisit the topics and questions that were swirling in the Linking EdTech + Digital Literacy Coffee Break back in May. Let’s learn from one another during National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week as we share new ideas for integrating technology and building digital skills in adult education.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-digital-literacy-technology-coabe-2023-live-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220830T175919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014726Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS Coffee Talk: Equity Action Planning in Adult Basic Education
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Adult Education and Family Literacy week\, join the career pathways and program management groups for a Coffee Talk: Equity Action Planning in Adult Basic Education. Guest speaker\, Maribel Ojeda will share some of the work she is doing around equity action planning in Pennsylvania and participants are encouraged to come share work that is happening in other states. \nThis event is intended to be an open conversation around how adult basic education programs can identify and address gaps in services that are provided to adult learners and increase the diversity of workers that enter into various career pathway pipelines.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-coffee-talk-equity-action-planning-in-adult-basic-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T130000
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CREATED:20220830T175727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014709Z
UID:10000275-1663761600-1663765200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Helping Adult Learners Transition to Postsecondary Education and Training
DESCRIPTION:This live Zoom event will feature guest speaker\, Meghan McBride\, Vice President for Adult Education at Georgia Piedmont Technical College. Meghan’s will share her amazing personal story of determination and persistence and share helpful tips on Helping Adult Learners Transition to Postsecondary Education and Training.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-helping-adult-learners-transition-to-postsecondary-education-and-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220830T165417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014614Z
UID:10000273-1663254000-1663257600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: USA Learns' New Integration ESL Course
DESCRIPTION:Join Andrea Willis of USA Learns and ESL Teacher Jenni Santamaria to learn about a new and innovative web-based instructional resource that provides interactive language learning opportunities to immigrant and refugee English learners. We’ll consider how to tailor and use this FREE resource to support learner language learning and integration goals.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-usa-learns-new-integration-esl-course/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T163000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Project-Based Learning in ABE and ESL Classes
DESCRIPTION:Projects that integrate technology are a powerful way to give ABE and English learners real-world work preparation. Students can build their knowledge of many topics while developing oral and written communication skills. Carefully-planned projects address standards\, support the development of critical soft skills\, and give learners a sense of empowerment\, not to mention tech skills! Attendees learn about projects they can use right away in their class.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-project-based-learning-in-abe-and-esl-classes/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220830T164437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014512Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Math for Today’s Workforce: How Do We Contextualize Math?
DESCRIPTION:How do you develop the teaching practices of Math and Numeracy practitioners? What strategies do you use when supporting adult educators? Join Brooke Istas and Kathy Tracey as we engage in a field directed conversation about promising practices and research-based strategies used to contextualize math instruction and help learners increase their math and numeracy proficiency.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-math-for-todays-workforce-how-do-we-contextualize-math/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T163000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220729T135652Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Building Effective Intake Processes for Remote and In-Person Students
DESCRIPTION:The first connection adult learners have with the adult education program typically occurs during an intake process. Join this interactive discussion and discover ideas for streamlining the intake process for both in person students and students who wish to access services remotely. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-building-effective-intake-processes-for-remote-and-in-person-students/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260514T104643
CREATED:20220729T135511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T123348Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Exploring How IET Design Camp Prompted Program Changes
DESCRIPTION:Hear from peers in the field about how professional development around Integrated Education and Training (IET) helped them improve the programming and services that are offered to adult learners. Our panelists include IET design camp leaders and participants from five different states. This is a live event and participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and share ideas around IET programming. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-exploring-how-iet-design-camp-prompted-program-changes/
LOCATION:Virtual
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