Stronger Together:  Effective Advocacy Through Cross Agency Partnerships
    Author: Jill Holloway
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    What is one funding opportunity that you have heard about in your area that might benefit your learners/ clients? Who/How/When will you contact someone to find out how to get involved in planning?
    Reaching Every Learner:  Making Online Learning Effective & Accessbile for Students with Disabilities
    Author: Caitlin McKeown
    Subject Area: Learning Difficulties
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Computer-Based Learning
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Section 504 requires that federally-funded institutions and programs ensure equal access, equal treatment, and support services for disabled students Section 508 requires that all technology used in federally-funded institutions and programs be accessible, including websites, IT systems, and online courses Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Prohibits discrimination based on disability by a public entity or institution
    LINCS ESL Pro Materials on Rigor, Digital Literacy, and Career Pathways
    Author: Marian Thacher, Jayme Adelson-Goldstein, Susan Finn Miller, Kathy Harris, and Heide Spruck Wrigley
    Material Type: Computer-Based Learning
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    LINCS now offers materials created by the ESL Pro project to improve adult ELL instruction in three areas: increasing the rigor of instruction, integrating digital literacy into English language instruction, and connecting adult ESL learners to career pathways. Materials include issue briefs, teacher-focused instructional resources in a digital magazine format, and online learning modules on each of the topics. The roles of both teachers and administrators are addressed in each module. Preview the materials, hear how materials are being used, and consider how they might be used in your program or state.
    Blended Professional Development – Some Lessons Learned
    Author: Marian Thacher, Heide Spruck Wrigley, Susan Finn Miller, and Kathy Harris, PhD
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    In 2015-2016, the LINCS ESL Pro project provided training for teachers and programs serving English language learners in 10 states. Each state configured their professional learning a bit differently, but all used a blended model including one or more face-to-face sessions with online communities of practice, webinars, email, and conference calls. These models allowed subject matter experts, who were mostly many states away, to provide a professional learning experience over an extended period of time. Attend this session to learn how an online community of practice can actually build community, how to deal with many levels of technology skills, and how to build deep foundational knowledge at the outset. Solutions can be applied to student learning as well.
    Crowdfunding:  Tips & Tricks for Success
    Author: Meagen Farrell
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Crowdfunding: “The practice of funding a project or venture by raising many small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the Internet.”-Forbes “$90-96 Billion industry by 2025.”-World Bank
    Make & Take:  Free, Little Mustard Seed Books
    Author: Meagen Farrell
    Subject Area: Reading
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    DIY:  Accessing and Using Research to Improve Practice
    Author: Alisa Beltzer, Margaret Patterson, Amy Rose, and Cheryl Keenan
    Subject Area: Research
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Validate problems practitioners face and assure them that others have similar issues and experiences. Analyze and/or solve a problem. Moderately or dramatically improve current practices. Describe new and effective practices and ideas.
    Health Literacy in the Classroom – A Must-Have for Adult and English Learners
    Author: Julie McKinney
    Subject Area: Health
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    What is health literacy? Integrating health into the literacy classroom Finding and using resources Sample resource: Staying Healthy Partnering and funding models