Webinar Materials

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Please join in celebrating the culmination of the Minds that Move Us (MTMU) Adult Career Pathways Design Challenge! Launched in 2018, the challenge focused on the creation of bold, sustainable career pathways approaches for low-income adults (aged 26+) for a chance to win $100,000 in prize money. Over 115 teams applied from around the country and were narrowed down to 10 semi-finalists that pitched their diverse concepts to a panel of experts judges and live audience. Now it is time to bid farewell and celebrate the teams’ rich and timely lessons learned, which are shared in the MTMU Toolkit: A Collection of Place-Based Solutions for Future Adult Career Pathways Models. During this engaging discussion, you will hear from the teams that participated in the challenge and the project’s key partners—IEL, COABE, and NASDAE—as they discuss how to use the toolkit’s key principles of being adaptable, removing barriers, and maximizing potential to innovate within adult career pathways, even during a pandemic. You will also hear from adult education practitioners who are using the principles to address barriers to online learning, equity inclusion, and other issues exacerbated by COVID-19. Original webinar date: January 27, 2021 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/ZGKTKT53Ic4  

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In a time of uncertainty, many educators have been thrust into virtual teaching with little in the way of support. This webinar will share lessons learned from the PHL Technology and Adult Education Initiative, an ongoing community of practice where Philly-based educators advance their use of technology through collaboration and inquiry with peers. Two program administrators from Philadelphia will share their experiences as participants of the initiative, and provide tips for Google Classroom and using text messaging with adult learners. The PHL Technology and Adult Education Initiative was supported by the Office of Adult Education, a former division of Philadelphia's Office of Workforce Development. Original Webinar Date: January 8, 2021 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/KGY6Dnh5crg

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Looking for a way to get out of “Worksheet Land?” Do your students need to practice writing and speaking about math? Are you looking for a simple way to up your math instruction game? Join me to discuss top standards-aligned math resources to integrate into any classroom to foster communication, math, and problem-solving skills. This webinar will provide an exploration of free resources, but also model ways to use them in the classroom. Original webinar date: December 17, 2020 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/WFxz2iln8NE

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In response to COVID-19, to assist in economic recovery and assist local governments to help residents who have been affected by the pandemic through the CARES Act. These funds can be used for training the unemployed. Some adult education and workforce training programs can access the dollars that can cover the cost for student fees and tuition. However, the money needs to be accessed quickly. In Osceola County, Florida, government leaders have partnered with the school district and local colleges to pay for GED testing, ESL fees, vocational training, and some mobile devices. How can you leverage these funds? Original Webinar Date: December 9, 2020 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/X4nB5uKzbtA  

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Research suggests that a major stumbling block to understanding algebra, for students at all levels, stems from not developing an understanding of the equal sign. In this webinar, participants will learn how students at all levels; ABE, ESOL, and HSE alike; can construct meaning in algebraic equations by examining relationships on opposite sides of the equal sign. Participants will understand how to use simple instructional routines, visual models, and online resources to help students develop conceptual understanding of equality and add depth to the process of “what you do to one side of the equal sign you have to do to the other side.” No prior expertise in algebra is needed. Original Webinar Date: December 3, 2020 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/eIdJSfheW9w  

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The Chicago Citywide Literacy Coalition is pleased to have been named the One-Stop Operator for Illinois Local Workforce Investment Area 7, covering Chicago and Cook County. Our presenter will share how his team of One-Stop Operator Managers is being implemented and coordinated to integrate WIOA services across the ten American Job Centers in Cook County. The Director will share best practices, project management techniques, and explain the One-Stop Operator model in detail as well as the long-term scope of the project. Please join us for this innovative webinar. Original Webinar Date: November 30, 2020 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/CPgt5bxvHvw

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Helping students reach their goals is the mission of adult education. One critical component is to reassure students that they are making progress learning and to document their achievement of Measurable Skill Gains (MSGs), such as making assessment gains. It is now far easier than ever before to improve the chances for students to make MSGs by leveraging technology. In this webinar, learn how programs can use CASAS’ impressive features to easily access assessment results that can be quickly used to determine the BurlingtonEnglish instruction to emphasize. Teachers’ lives have never been easier! This streamlined approach also provides the benefit of enhancing data accuracy and completeness for reporting purposes, as well as improving the chances that students eligible to be tested won’t be missed. Administrators’ lives have never been easier! Join us to see this great synergy in action. Original Webinar Date: November 16, 2020 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/BRT1qAW3sbQ

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The WIOA presents opportunities and challenges. As state and local programs become familiar with the implementation requirements, next steps often include continuous improvement. The Oregon Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Team has developed a collaborative and coordinated approach to this endeavor. From risk assessment and program improvement plans to professional development and data-informed decision making, learn how the Oregon State ABS Team has partnered to move the needle for measurable skill gain. Participants will also receive valuable resources. Original Webinar Date: November 4, 2020 Webinar Recording Link: https://youtu.be/H-dym1PxCbA