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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Let Routines Set You Free: The Power of Predictability in Adult EL Instruction
DESCRIPTION: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 leave with concrete strategies to implement routines that boost student confidence\, participation\, and long-term success. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-let-routines-set-you-free-the-power-of-predictability-in-adult-el-instruction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T213000
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Starting Strong: Supporting Beginning-Level Learners in the ELL Classroom
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll explore practical strategies for supporting learners in low-level ABE and ESL classrooms. Participants will learn how to build confidence\, scaffold instruction\, communicate clearly\, and create a welcoming learning environment. We’ll also discuss common challenges and simple techniques that help volunteers support student success without feeling overwhelmed. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-starting-strong-supporting-beginning-level-learners-in-the-ell-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T140000
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: The Art of Small Group Facilitation
DESCRIPTION: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 a few simple strategies can make a big difference. \nThis webinar will provide practical strategies for facilitating productive small groups\, encouraging meaningful student talk time\, and creating opportunities for every learner to participate. Participants will leave with techniques they can immediately use to foster engagement and communication in any classroom setting. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-the-art-of-small-group-facilitation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T160000
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CREATED:20260820T163121Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Pick Up Your Pencils! Approaches and Activities to Support Writing Development
DESCRIPTION:Incorporating writing activities into instruction for English language learners is a challenge for many teachers and tutors whether you are teaching online or in person. In this webinar\, participants will learn approaches for including writing practice throughout the lesson and activities for extended practice. Participants will also develop strategies for delivering feedback for writing during and in-between lessons. This webinar will focus on beginning level through high intermediate English language learners. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/pick-up-your-pencils-approaches-and-activities-to-support-writing-development/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T213000
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: The Learning Styles Myth (and the Teaching Practices Worth Keeping)
DESCRIPTION:Many of us were taught that students learn best when instruction matches their “learning style.” In this webinar\, we’ll take a closer look at where that idea came from\, why it stuck\, and what research actually tells us. We’ll explore how learning‑style labels can end up doing more harm than good for learners. At the same time\, we’ll focus on what is worth keeping — the useful lessons learning‑styles theory offers for language instruction. You’ll leave with practical\, research‑based strategies you can use right away\, without sorting students into boxes. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-the-learning-styles-myth-and-the-teaching-practices-worth-keeping/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T193000
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CREATED:20260730T135157Z
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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. \nThis 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-14/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T195753Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-9/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T213000
DTSTAMP:20260729T174346Z
CREATED:20260729T174305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174346Z
UID:10000929-1786390200-1786397400@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. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-11/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T170201Z
CREATED:20260722T170201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T170201Z
UID:10000922-1785353400-1785360600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-reading-vocabulary-7/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190634Z
CREATED:20260603T190634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T190634Z
UID:10000911-1782482400-1782489600@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. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T160000
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CREATED:20260603T184154Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their digital literacy skills using Northstar Digital Literacy. \nIn the webinar\, participants will learn: \n\nThe features of Northstar Digital Literacy.\nHow to help learners navigate Northstar digital literacy assessments.\nHow to use the Northstar instructor-led curriculum.\nHow to guide learners through the Northstar Digital Literacy Online Learning Modules.\nAdditional digital literacy resources.\n\nIf you are not familiar with Northstar Digital Literacy Assessments\, please go to digitalliteracyassessment.org and take the Computer Basics assessment prior to the training. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-and-tutoring-with-northstar-digital-literacy-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T213000
DTSTAMP:20260603T154802Z
CREATED:20260603T154802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T154802Z
UID:10000909-1781206200-1781213400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T195217Z
CREATED:20260423T195217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T195217Z
UID:10000904-1780063200-1780070400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: How Adult Brains Learn Languages
DESCRIPTION:Learn what research has to say about how adult brains learn a new language\, how trauma and stress impact learning\, and how this influences the teaching practices that we use in the language classroom. Participants will leave the webinar with suggestions for ways teachers and tutors can apply brain-based teaching practices as we are helping adult ESL students develop their language skills. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nPresenter: Andrea Echelberger (she/her)\, Literacy Instructor\, Robbinsdale Adult Academic Program. About Andrea. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-how-adult-brains-learn-languages-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T194802Z
CREATED:20260423T194734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T194802Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Promising Practices for a Multilevel Classroom
DESCRIPTION:English language classrooms feature a wide variety of educational backgrounds\, abilities\, and learning preferences\, which contributes to a multilevel dynamic. This training will highlight promising teaching practices for supporting learners who need additional support\, learners who move ahead quickly\, and everyone in between. Participants will see concrete ideas for modifying activities to support a range of learner needs and abilities and get ideas for teaching that can be implemented immediately. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nPresenter: Andrea Echelberger (she/her)\, Literacy Instructor\, Robbinsdale Adult Academic Program. About Andrea. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-promising-practices-for-a-multilevel-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190817Z
CREATED:20260423T190817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190817Z
UID:10000902-1777644000-1777651200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Integrated Pronunciation Instruction for Increased Intelligibility
DESCRIPTION: Effective pronunciation instruction that prioritizes intelligibility can greatly support learners both inside and outside the classroom. Yet\, many teachers struggle to identify which pronunciation features to focus on and how to seamlessly integrate them into their lessons. This session will help participants refine their pronunciation diagnostic skills\, determine key pronunciation features to address\, and explore practical ways to incorporate pronunciation instruction into everyday classroom activities. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nPresenter: Suzanne Gilchrist McCurdy\, PhD\, has more than 20 years of experience in the adult EAL field. She has worked as a teacher educator and consultant in adult basic education and as an instructor at Hamline University and the University of Minnesota. Her interests include EAL teacher education for pronunciation instruction\, language teacher cognition\, and low-level adult immigrant and refugee learners. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-integrated-pronunciation-instruction-for-increased-intelligibility/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T213000
DTSTAMP:20251202T174224Z
CREATED:20251202T174224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T174224Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. Join Literacy Minnesota Training Director Rob Podlasek to 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. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. Advanced registration is required. Registration is open up until the webinar start time\, but we recommend registering at least one day in advance if possible. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-12/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T160000
DTSTAMP:20251202T173745Z
CREATED:20251202T173745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T173745Z
UID:10000854-1767967200-1767974400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? \nJoin Literacy Minnesota Training Director Rob Podlasek to focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. Advanced registration is required. Registration is open up until the webinar start time\, but we recommend registering at least one day in advance if possible. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-reading-vocabulary-6/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T213000
DTSTAMP:20251110T211959Z
CREATED:20251110T153747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T211959Z
UID:10000839-1766086200-1766093400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: How Adult Brains Learn Languages
DESCRIPTION:Learn what research has to say about how adult brains learn a new language\, how trauma and stress impact learning\, and how this influences the teaching practices that we use in the language classroom. Participants will leave the webinar with suggestions for ways teachers and tutors can apply brain-based teaching practices as we are helping adult ESL students develop their language skills. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-how-adult-brains-learn-languages/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T213000
DTSTAMP:20251202T172918Z
CREATED:20251202T172918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T172918Z
UID:10000853-1765827000-1765834200@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. Join Literacy Minnesota Training Director Rob Podlasek to learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. Advanced registration is required. Registration is open up until the webinar start time\, but we recommend registering at least one day in advance if possible. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-10/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T213000
DTSTAMP:20251110T211209Z
CREATED:20251110T152946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T211209Z
UID:10000838-1763667000-1763674200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: I Hear You! Effective Listening Instruction for English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how explicit listening instruction builds a foundation for literacy skills and fosters independence for language learners. This workshop will identify authentic learning tasks that English learners encounter daily\, try out a variety of listening activities across multiple levels\, and discuss which explicit listening strategies are used for each one. Participants will leave with ideas for listening tasks that can be used in remote or in-person instruction. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-i-hear-you-effective-listening-instruction-for-english-language-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T213000
DTSTAMP:20251029T190802Z
CREATED:20251029T190802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T190802Z
UID:10000832-1762198200-1762205400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-reading-vocabulary-5/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T160000
DTSTAMP:20251021T132534Z
CREATED:20251021T132534Z
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SUMMARY:Literacy MN: 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-mn-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T160000
DTSTAMP:20251007T165934Z
CREATED:20251007T165934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T165934Z
UID:10000828-1760104800-1760112000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy MN: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-mn-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T213000
DTSTAMP:20250924T144109Z
CREATED:20250924T144109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T144109Z
UID:10000827-1759260600-1759267800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy MN: 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. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-mn-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20250917T191351Z
CREATED:20250917T191351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T191351Z
UID:10000815-1758722400-1758729600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-reading-vocabulary-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T160000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191904Z
CREATED:20250530T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191904Z
UID:10000802-1750860000-1750867200@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. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T213000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191536Z
CREATED:20250530T191536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191536Z
UID:10000801-1750707000-1750714200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Phonics in Beginning ESL: Recommendations\, Activities and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Phonics–the knowledge of the sounds letters make when they are combined to make words–is essential to beginning literacy and beginning level English language instruction. But\, many teachers and tutors lack the knowledge\, confidence and resources to teach the topic. Attend this session to learn why phonics instruction is important and leave with several ideas for phonics activities and resources to bring back to your teaching and tutoring sessions. \nThis session will be most useful to tutors and teachers working with beginning literacy\, low beginning and high beginning English language learners. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-phonics-in-beginning-esl-recommendations-activities-and-resources-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T213000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191622Z
CREATED:20250530T191328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191622Z
UID:10000800-1750102200-1750109400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nl
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191149Z
CREATED:20250530T191149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191149Z
UID:10000799-1749218400-1749225600@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. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nPlease note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T213000
DTSTAMP:20250303T213538Z
CREATED:20250303T213538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213538Z
UID:10000768-1741807800-1741815000@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-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
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