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Science-Based Stories & Hands-On Experiments to Engage Families & Advance Literacy Skills
“The project-based learning (PBL) approach was really helpful in setting some concrete goals and stopping to evaluate along the way. Projects never go according to plan so having the time to think through and pivot when needed was essential.” Team SHINE: Super Scientist Family Literacy by Vici Garber… Read More
Science-Based Stories & Hands-On Experiments to Engage Families & Advance Literacy Skills
“The project-based learning (PBL) approach was really helpful in setting some concrete goals and stopping to evaluate along the way. Projects never go according to plan so having the time to think through and pivot when needed was essential.” Team SHINE: Super Scientist Family Literacy by Vici Garber… Read More
VALRC: Enhancing Access for Refugees and New Americans – Applying EARN to Virginia Adult Education
The goal of this webinar is to disseminate strategies from the national webinar series on enhancing access for refugees and new Americans to the adult education programs in Virginia. During this presentation, participates will be able to learn about the EARN project and how those strategies can be… Read More
App-to-Speed Learning Circles in Adult ESOL Programs
by David J. Rosen, Ed.D. A learning circle is a group led by a teacher, staff member, or volunteer facilitator whose members all share an interest in the same subject or topic. It’s a non-formal, organized study circle that includes an online course or other online learning resources. Learning… Read More
Serving Refugees Professional Learning Community (PLC)
by Hali Massey Adult education has an important role to play in the process of refugee resettlement in America as we are able to provide English language classes, employment training, and a sense of community to those who are new to our country and to Virginia. Read More
Apprenticeship: Why it’s a Great Workforce Strategy
by Debby Hopkins “Learning more about modern apprenticeship and how you can incorporate this workforce strategy into your efforts is well worth your time.” When you consider how to pursue careers in health care, cyber security, financial services, or law, does an apprenticeship option cross your mind? A December… Read More
LINCS Coffee Talk: Equity Action Planning in Adult Basic Education
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… Read More
Serving Refugees Professional Learning Community (PLC)
by Hali Massey Adult education has an important role to play in the process of refugee resettlement in America as we are able to provide English language classes, employment training, and a sense of community to those who are new to our country and… Read More
VALRC: Cultural Competence in Adult Education Webinar
This webinar will be an introduction to and overview of cultural competence in the adult education classroom. The goals of the webinar are to provide a framework for cultural competence that can impact the adult education classroom, discuss strategies for developing and self-assessing cultural competence, and present strategies for incorporating… Read More
Aligning the Work of DARS and Adult Education to Benefit Virginians
by Kate Kaegi Throughout the years, the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center (VALRC) and the Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services (DARS) have worked together on several partnerships, projects, and grants. Our current partnership “Pathways to Careers” (Pathways) connects Virginians with disabilities to rewarding careers and job training opportunities—all… Read More