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ProLiteracy: What? You Want Me to Write Too? Strategies for the Low Level or Anxious Writers

Online

Writing is just so permanent. How can we help our students get over the anxiety of committing pencil to paper? In this webinar we will present exercises you can incorporate into your lessons that will relieve some of the stress of writing and encourage students to share their ideas. Register This webinar is part of […]

Event Series ProLiteracy Teacher Training Plus

ProLiteracy: Starting to Read: Building Phonemic Awareness and Foundation Literacy Skills with Preliterate ELL Students

Online

Adult students who are just beginning their literacy journey while also still learning to speak English face a unique challenge. Preliterate students have no connection to the sound/letter correlation required to read. Many lack even basic print awareness connecting any symbol to a meaning. In this webinar, we will discuss helping preliterate students develop the […]

ProLiteracy: Instructional Routines for Building Number Sense & Using Structure

Online

Number sense stands as a pivotal pillar of mathematics and numeracy. Yet, guiding learners to cultivate this sense beyond mere drills and repetitive worksheets can pose a challenge. The solution lies in impactful instructional routines that enable learners to uncover patterns and make use of structures in their journey to enhance number sense. Attend this […]

ProLiteracy: “Why Do I Have to Read This?”

Virtual

One of the most important skills on the High School Equivalency (HSE) tests is reading comprehension. Students who are strong readers will often perform better than struggling readers on all sections of the HSE tests, even math (something that can surprise students). What happens, though, when a student says, “I hate reading?” In this webinar, […]

ProLiteracy: Developing Vocabulary: Effective Strategies for Adult English Learners

Virtual

Building vocabulary is key to language development. Join ProLiteracy to discover practical techniques for expanding vocabulary in adult English language learners from low beginning to advanced. Explore engaging methods, useful tools, and real-world applications to enhance retention and usage. This session is perfect for educators and tutors looking to support adult learners in achieving language […]

ProLiteracy Conference

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel 700 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore, MD, United States

We are passionate about leading the adult literacy field to the best practices for program and student success. This is why every two years we host our national conference to share the latest instructional trends, up-to-date research, and expert-led panel discussions on policy and innovation to influence practice and build program capacity. Join us in […]

ProLiteracy: Mastering the TI-30XS for GED Math Success

Virtual

The TI-30XS calculator can be a game-changer for students working to pass the GED Math Test—though many don’t yet know how to use it effectively. This engaging, hands-on workshop will help you demystify key calculator functions for students and equip them with strategies to tackle challenging problems with greater accuracy and efficiency. Attendees will explore […]

ProLiteracy: Developing Sentence Structure: Techniques for Beginning to Advanced English Learners

Virtual

Often tutors and teachers will dive into sentence structure that is too advanced for students’ level. Join Steven as he discusses how to introduce strategies to help students master sentence structure. We will cover strategies for crafting simple, compound, and complex sentences; avoiding common mistakes; and teaching and applying grammatical rules effectively. This session is […]

Pro-Literacy: Professional Written Communication: Strategies for Teaching Workplace Writing

Virtual

In this webinar, participants will explore effective strategies for teaching workplace writing skills to adult learners. The session will cover the importance of the writing process and how to develop instructional activities that reinforce each step. Attendees will learn how to guide students in understanding and applying appropriate levels of formality in various professional contexts, […]

ProLiteracy: “What Am I Looking At?”

Virtual

It’s often said that a picture is worth a thousand words, but how do we know what that picture is saying? Even though we use visual literacy to understand what we see and encounter in our everyday lives, there is added pressure when facing it on a High School Equivalency (HSE) test. In this webinar, […]