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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/
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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
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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
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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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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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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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CREATED:20221205T220553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T173933Z
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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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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
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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
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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
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CREATED:20220830T180134Z
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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
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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
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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
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CREATED:20220830T165052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014550Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220830T164437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T014512Z
UID:10000271-1662728400-1662732000@valrc.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T153000
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T143000
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CREATED:20220729T135310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T123324Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Expanding Supports for Immigrant Integration: Engaging Diverse Populations
DESCRIPTION:Join OCTAE’s Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans project to explore strategies for effectively serving diverse populations\, including Internationally-Trained Professionals (ITPs) and individuals with emerging English proficiency and/or literacy in IELCE activities. Hear from state staff and program administrators from Texas and Virginia about how their experiences and strategies for serving these learner populations. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-expanding-supports-for-immigrant-integration-engaging-diverse-populations/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T160000
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CREATED:20220729T135100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T123249Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Riding the Wakelet Wave into Adult Education
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all of the disconnected pieces of information on the internet? Wakelet aims to bridge the gap between humans and algorithms as it empowers people to curate their content in an organized\, useful\, & personal manner. In this session\, participants will be introduced to this curation tool as we explore its purpose\, key features\, and ease of getting started riding the #wakeletwave into adult education! \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-riding-the-wakelet-wave-into-adult-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T163000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220729T134359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T183519Z
UID:10000190-1660230000-1660235400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Expanding Supports for Immigrant Integration: Sustaining IELCE Career Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Join OCTAE’s Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans project to explore how IELCE activities can be an integral part of a career pathway. Hear from state staff and program administrators about their use of effective strategies such as incremental credentialing\, on-ramps and bridges to\nIELCE/IET programs\, and the use of navigators. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-expanding-supports-for-immigrant-integration-sustaining-ielce-career-pathways/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220729T134205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T183459Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Teaching Adult English Learners: Principles and Practices
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the brand new LINCS online course! — Teaching Adult English Learners: Principles and Practices! Course developer\, Betsy Parrish\, provides an overview of this FREE online course highlighting important principles and many effective strategies for teaching English learners. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-teaching-adult-english-learners-principles-and-practices/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220729T133024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T125115Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Science is the Language that Scientists Speak
DESCRIPTION:Behind every equation lies a story! Teaching how to read and understand equations in our science and math classrooms can illustrate how the two are connected and can be a powerful tool to guide critical thinking. Join us this month and let’s discover the importance of reading equations! \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-science-is-the-language-that-scientists-speak/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220630T152417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T115701Z
UID:10000254-1658502000-1658505600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Low Tech Assistive Technology: Providing an On-Ramp for Learning!
DESCRIPTION:There are everyday items that can assist students with learning disabilities and other learning difficulties who may be attending your literacy program\, right now. These “tools” become low-tech assistive technology (AT) aides which provide strategic support for students during instruction and help them leverage their unique neurodiverse strengths! Participants will learn about and discuss different types of low-tech AT and leave with a clear understanding of how simple AT options can help students succeed in both the academic and workplace environments. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-low-tech-assistive-technology-providing-an-on-ramp-for-learning/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220630T151357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T194449Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Preparing Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder for Postsecondary Education
DESCRIPTION:Join this live discussion featuring clips from the Autism Goes to College Project and discover strategies that can be used to better support neurodivergent learners\, as more than half of young adults with autism remain unemployed and unenrolled in higher education in the two years after high school. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-preparing-individuals-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-for-postsecondary-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220630T150729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T194412Z
UID:10000249-1657281600-1657285200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Pathway Home Grant: IET Implementation within Correctional Settings
DESCRIPTION:Pathway Home grants from the U.S. Department of Labor target re-entering citizens and provide adult education\, training\, and supports. \nJoin the LINCS Community Professional Development group for an interview with Carl Betterson\, the Coordinator of Savannah Technical College’s U.S. Department of Education’s Pathway Home grant\, to learn about program implementation successes and challenges. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-pathway-home-grant-iet-implementation-within-correctional-settings/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220524T234345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T131938Z
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SUMMARY:LINCS: Adult Education and Resettled Refugees in the United States
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will guide practitioners in how to enhance their instructional strategies to account for the specific experiences and circumstances of newly resettled refugees. Special emphasis will be placed on trauma-informed practices. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-adult-education-and-resettled-refugees-in-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T143000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220524T234028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T131917Z
UID:10000241-1654695000-1654698600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Using Tutors to Improve Adult Learner's Math Skills
DESCRIPTION:Many adult learners struggle with math instruction. Join this interactive event and discuss promising practices for using tutors to support math instruction in the adult education class. Explore how Universal Design for Learning can be incorporated into the math classroom. Be ready to share ideas\, ask questions\, and walk away with resources and ideas that can be applied to your program. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-using-tutors-to-improve-adult-learners-math-skills/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220524T233146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T131641Z
UID:10000238-1654182000-1654185600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Teaching the Anxious and Depressed Student
DESCRIPTION:How can we help anxious students succeed in our classrooms? The pandemic triggered a large increase in the number of students who suffer from anxiety and depression. Trauma and chronic stress lead to anxiety and depression and make learning a challenge. \nJoin the LINCS Community Reading & Writing and Teaching &Learning groups to learn more about the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression and consider trauma-informed teaching practices to support learning and increase student retention. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-teaching-the-anxious-and-depressed-student/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T105505
CREATED:20220426T172505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T193116Z
UID:10000233-1652443200-1652446800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Coffee Break: Meeting Student Social\, Emotional\, & Learning Needs in Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:Join the Math and Numeracy community of practice in an informal Coffee Break on the Social\, Emotional Learning needs of Adult Numeracy and Mathematics Learners. The moderator will walk participants through the research and practical ways of meeting the SEL needs of our learners.  This informal session is a group discussion.  Participants will be expected to come and share their experiences and questions.  Together we can brainstorm ways to address SEL in the mathematics classroom. \n 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-coffee-break-meeting-student-social-emotional-learning-needs-in-mathematics/
LOCATION:Virtual
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