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We are at the edge of a new frontier in education! As tablet technology and secure internet access is growing in jails across the U.S., the ability to deliver a new level of educational opportunities grows as well. There are now more than 700,000 tablets deployed in prisons and jails across the country. This delivery mechanism is changing the way adult education providers can partner with jails to impact their communities. Join this session to see the cutting-edge technology, learn ways in which your program can innovate jail education, and develop a plan for beginning or enhancing jail education in your community. Original webinar date: April 16, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/0ADcQu1J7Uw
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Attendees will receive information about how real-world role plays can assist adult learners. Helping students to anticipate and deal with issues prior to release strengthens their chance for successful reentry. Role plays can utilize the themes - life skills, employment, education, and family. A tool for how to create unique role play activities will also be shared. Original webinar date: March 29, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/Ea5EsbfgaYQ
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Join us for a research-based presentation on how the adult learner in both the general population and correctional institutions is motivated by and connects to academic and social plans and goals. Participants will develop an understanding of the developmental psychology that affects adults and will learn about strategies and tools for improving instruction and increasing program efficacy. Participants will also look at the underlying and causal factors that affect motivation and engagement and will learn how to apply them to their programs in meaningful, practical, and effective ways. Original webinar date: December 18, 2023 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/sZvyx-A_BAM
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This webinar will teach methods for educators to explore their own creativity and develop classroom approaches that will inspire students. Coach Smedley will teach proven strategies for collaborating with students and cultivating a passion for their own success. Participants will leave with strategies for building rapport with students, ready-to-use classroom ideas, and important insights about teaching in a correctional setting. Original webinar date: October 18, 2023 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/PflfMTt714s
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This webinar will focus on instructional best practices for using digital curricula in corrections classes. If you want to expand your current usage with digital resources or figure out how to take the first step, this session is for you. This webinar will go over best practices that educators can implement in their classrooms immediately. There will be great, practical takeaways and ideas to implement into any classroom. This list of best practices has been compiled through research and feedback from teachers and programs across the country. Topics to be covered include: student orientation, feedback, monitoring progress, ways to incorporate digital content, persistence and engagement, and more. Come learn ways to better utilize the awesome learning tools that are available to you. Original webinar date: March 20, 2023 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/YZI7vXyZp6Q
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This webinar will discuss the reasons why virtual field trips are effective learning opportunities. Coach Smedley will demonstrate how to create interesting and effective virtual field trip experiences. Topics covered will include selecting "destinations" to visit, matching materials to learning styles, and extending activities beyond the classroom. Original webinar date: March 10, 2023 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/adBh3O9QMeA Handout links: https://mcusercontent.com/84fcd2a6e9eb5844378433df6/images/ee95b21d-e73c-e7d0-d911-ef69cc5533d0.png https://mcusercontent.com/84fcd2a6e9eb5844378433df6/images/1cb04388-117b-20ac-fcaa-cc3c3db3a359.png
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Participants will explore how a professional community of practice with adult education practitioners, correctional staff, workforce development system staff, and community partners can increase collaboration and provide more seamless services to returning citizens. Original webinar date: March 25, 2022 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/UbMZigrVm8Y
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Are you looking for creative lesson ideas for the adult education classroom? This webinar will provide you with teacher-tested math and science lesson ideas for the correctional classroom. Join me as we discover fun ways to connect with students and get them engaged in math and science skills. Original webinar date: March 18, 2022 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/z7grYlnvIRE