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After graduating from the COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute, Lynn Thompson and her team at the International Institute of Minnesota (IIM) created an 8-week entrepreneurship course for immigrants with a 98% pass rate on the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination. Join us to learn how IIM integrates English language learning with entrepreneurial concepts while supporting immigrants' small business interests. Hear from students who recently completed the course and successfully started businesses. The IIM funding model and strategies for connecting immigrants to U.S. business resources will also be shared. Registration is now open for the COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute PART B Business Plan that starts January 19, 2026. Part B can be completed before or without completing Part A. Details linked here: https://www.coabe.org/entrepreneurship-institute. Original webinar date: December 16, 2025 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/99DyicD9N8U
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Adult education programs are uniquely positioned to serve as a powerful talent pipeline for today’s employers. By equipping learners with industry-relevant skills and providing onsite training—such as English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction directly at the workplace—adult education strengthens businesses while opening doors for workers to advance. In this webinar, we’ll explore practical strategies for building effective partnerships between employers and adult education programs. Featuring insights from Bryan Seck, former Kawasaki executive and now Executive Director of Lincoln Literacy in Nebraska, participants will learn how collaboration can address workforce shortages, enhance retention, and create opportunities for learners. This webinar draws on lessons from COABE’s Invest in the Midwest tour, offering both inspiration and actionable ideas for programs looking to engage employers as partners in workforce development. Original webinar date: December 2, 2025 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/5XFUZ8amxKQ
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Come be inspired by three success stories of COABE Online Entrepreneurship Institute graduates who are positively changing the lives of adult learners (and families) in ABE/ESOL programs around the country by offering entrepreneurship classes, virtual pitch challenges, mentorships, apprenticeships, resources fairs, field trips, and more! These adult education and literacy programs culminate with the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination. Instructional strategies and resources to get started will be shared, including syllabi, lessons, assignments, vocabulary lists, etc. Original webinar date: December 5, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/VwHccqWgoS0 Webinar presentation: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QSmUfnkCaGeQG0rxiRjIQE9ok7GZDXPd?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LDFOAarg5bNEvqjiVSrXqJGSQNyF9oJX?usp=sharing
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Discover how instructors are transforming their classrooms with the Learning Upgrade app, driving rapid gains in reading, writing, and math. In this webinar, you'll learn how to effectively implement the Learning Circles model, leveraging WhatsApp groups to expand learning opportunities for underserved adults. See firsthand how "binge learning" on smartphones accelerates student progress and gain actionable insights into tracking and motivating learners. This webinar is designed for adult education professionals eager to enhance their ESL programs with powerful, app-based learning solutions. Original webinar date: September 5, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/ImCwAptktkE
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Designing an Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) program can be daunting. Learn how Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College’s Workforce Preparation and Introduction to Machining program is preparing multilingual language learners for entry-level employment in the high-demand field of machining. This engaging, visual-rich webinar will provide an overview of a successful IELCE program, including program design, recruiting, onboarding, and employer partnering. Original webinar date: July 16, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/kDOHIdK8Rfc
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Internationally Trained Professionals as a subset of English Language Learners have specialized needs compared with the generalized population. Providers can start to serve these individuals where they are through case management by providing customized advising, career exploration, workplace preparation, digital skills, document translation and evaluation along with other intensive services. Original webinar date: July 10, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/2_L6HuJnltA
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English learners with basic conversational skills are often eager to discuss and learn about racism, equity, and justice. However, few opportunities exist to explore these topics in safe, structured settings, and language teachers are sometimes unprepared to effectively facilitate these conversations. This webinar will provide teachers with tools and ideas to encourage critical conversations about race, equity, and justice in their adult English classes. Access to materials to use in the classroom will be shared. Original webinar date: June 28, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/2Gv4Oh31bkk
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This webinar explores research on spaced retrieval practice and how to apply it to strategies that help adult ELLs make meaningful connections with new vocabulary words to retain those vocabulary words long term. Participants will walk away with three practical activities that can be implemented immediately. Original webinar date: June 13, 2024 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/_-Q8pS4F7yA