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Arkansas Adult Education & Literacy
Professional Development Catalog
2018 – 2019
Arkansas Adult Learning
Resource Center
Funded by:Table of Contents Introduction 3 AALRC Staff 4 Registration Information 5 Professional Development Operational Guidelines 6 Year at a Glance 7 State & National Conferences 20 AALRC Library: Materials Procedures 21 Media Request Form 22
Introduction Welcome to the Arkansas Adult Education & Literacy Professional Development Catalog. The catalog is a listing of the professional development events that will take place in 2017-18 fiscal year. We hope this booklet will help adult education/literacy practitioners plan their professional development for this year. The catalog can also be found on the AALRC web site at http://aalrc.org. Your opinions are very important to us. We request that you send us your comments. This web page offers a convenient way for you to E-mail us your comments.
AALRC Staff
Who Marsha Taylor, Director
Nancy Loftis, Professional Development Coordinator
Wendy Bryant, Disabilities and Online Learning Coordinator
Klaus Neu, Media Coordinator
Toccara Pearson, Administrative Assistant
Alisha McCollum, Receptionist
Rob Pollan, Information Technology Specialist*
Address Arkansas Adult Learning Resource Center
801 S. Louisiana
Little Rock, AR 72201
*IT Specialist
2534 S. 34th St.
Fort Smith, AR 72903
Telephone 1-800-832-6242
501-907-2490
*IT Specialist
479-649-5830
Fax 501/907-2492
*IT Specialist
479-649-5830
Homepage http://aalrc.orgRegistration Information
Registration • We use an online registration system escWorks®. The Shoebox service
allows participants to maintain a history of the courses they have
taken. There is a personal transcript feature that allows the user to
track credits earned from other organizations. The Website:
• https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/
Confirmation • As soon at you register online, you will receive a confirmation of
registration.
Cancellation • Cancellations must be made online through escweb if participants
cannot attend a workshop.
• If an event is canceled by the AALRC, participants will be notified by
phone, fax, or e-mail.
Waiting Lists • Escweb will create a waiting list for the AALRC of full workshops.
Materials • Materials needed for professional development activities will be
provided unless otherwise stated.
Special Needs • Please contact the AALRC with any special needs you may have. This
includes any dietary needs!
Cost • Events in this catalog are open to adult education /literacy staff paid
with state adult education funds with no registration fee, unless
otherwise stated.
• Literacy Councils that do NOT receive adult education funding
through the Department of Career Education, Adult Education
Division, will NOT be reimbursed for their travel expenses, but may
attend workshops at no cost.Professional Development Operational Guidelines
Attendees: • Anyone working in an adult education or literacy council in Arkansas
is eligible for participation in professional development activities
sponsored by the AALRC.
Messages & • Participants will be interrupted during training for emergencies only.
Telephones • Please turn off (or put in vibrate mode) cell phone while meetings are
in session.
Travel • Travel reimbursement will be paid according to state adult education
travel guidelines.
• Literacy Councils that receive adult education funds and do not have
staff paid with those funds will be eligible for one staff person to be
reimbursed travel.
• Literacy Councils that do NOT receive adult education funding
through the Department of Career Education, Adult Education
Division, will NOT be reimbursed for their travel expenses.
• AmeriCorps are NOT eligible for reimbursement through the AALRC.
Meals • Participants will be reimbursed according to state adult education
travel guidelines.
• Please contact the AALRC staff to let them know if you have special
dietary needs for meals.Year at a Glance
2018
AUGUST
August 8 & 10 TABE CLAS-E
The Training will prepare attendees to administer and score the TABE CLAS-E
to English Language Learners. Attendees will learn about the development of
the assessment, the proper procedures to administer the assessment, and
scoring the assessment with rubrics. Example materials and practice using the
test booklets and rubrics is also incorporated in the training. Directions on
entering the assessment in LACES will also be provided.
August 8th: Ft. Smith Adult Education Center, 501 S. 20th Street
Session ID: 359369
August 10th: AALRC
Session ID: 359371
Registration has begun.
August 14 Confidentiality Compliance
This session covers confidentiality requirements under FERPA and Section 504
of the Rehabilitation Act. The online Canvas course will also cover appropriate
confidentiality practices in a variety of settings. A certificate of completion
will be provided upon course completion which will be verified by individual
log-in information.
Session ID: 359452 - Registration has begun.
August 16 LACES 101
The LACES 101 training is designed as an introduction to reporting and the
data management system for Arkansas Adult Education. The training will
review the data entry process and procedures; data that is collected from
students; data entry for LACES- entering students, adding assessments,
adding attendance, creating a class, enrolling student in a class, keywords,
and designations; and, basic searches and running reports. LACES 101 is for all
staff (including instructors) and Directors who need to be familiar with LACES
and data entry.
Session ID: 359569 - Registration has begun.
August 17 LACES 201
The LACES 201 is designed as a more in-depth training that examines the data
flow process; federal, state, and custom reports; performing general and
specific searches; data use in program planning; and, a deeper dive into data
analysis on a program level. LACES 201 is for all staff (including instructors)
and Directors who need to be familiar with utilizing LACES data, including
reports, searches, and analysis. Please note: basic student and class data
entry will not be covered in LACES 201.
Session ID: 359572 - Registration has begun.August 21 TABE 11 & 12
This workshop will provide detailed instruction on how to use TABE Online,
and to answer questions. It will also have an initial discussion about the new
TABE forms, and how they differ from forms 9&10. The training will provide
resources that will be available to assist participants with getting started with
testing- include training links, and free technical support at any time. This
workshop will include how to schedule test sessions, add students, monitor
students while they are testing, and finally pulling the reports.
Session ID: 361201 – NW Regional
Location: Crawford County Adult Education Center – 605 Alma Blvd. Circle,
Alma, AR 72956
Registration has begun.
August 22 Integrated Education & Training
This workshop will focus on comprehensive development and
implementation of IET programs in adult education. The session will cover:
1. Understanding Integrated Education & Training (IET) Regulations
Framework
2. Understanding Required IET Program Components
3. IET Instructional Models
4. Implementing Concurrent & Contextualized Content
5. Developing Workforce Preparation Activities
6. Teaching Employability Skills
7. Business/Industry Partnership Development
8. Using the Competency Model Clearinghouse
9. Collaborative Partner Support Services
10. Using Implementation Planning Tools
Session ID: 360891 - Registration has begun.
August 23 Distance Learning (DL)100
This course will focus on the new module for the Arkansas Distance Learning
Program. Policy and "Best Practices" for teaching online will be the
foundation of this training. Teachers will concentrate on developing and
maintaining an active online learning environment. Topics will includes teach
and student characteristics of learning online, curriculum resource alignment,
online expectations, class norms, and DL platforms. This course is a
prerequisite to DL 101
Session ID: 360903 - Registration has begun.
August 23 LACES 101 – NE Regional
Location: ASU Newport
Session ID: 360926 - Registration has begun.
August 23 TABE 11 & 12 – SW Regional
Location: National Park College
Session ID: 361240 - Registration has begunAugust 24 LACES 201 – NE Regional
Location: ASU Newport
Session ID: 360929 - Registration has begun.
August 24 TABE 11 & 12 – SE Regional
Location: UAM
Session ID: 361204 - Registration has begun.
August 28 TABE 11 & 12 – Central Regional
AALRC
Session ID: 361241 - Registration has begun.
August 28 College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) – English Language Arts
This is a two-day course which will focus on the College and Career Readiness
Standards (CCRS) that reflect the content most relevant to preparing adult
students for success in colleges, technical training programs, work, and
citizenship—in the areas of English language arts/literacy and
mathematics. Teachers will be trained on understanding and integrating the
CCR standards into the adult education curriculum. The first day will focus on
English Language Arts standards, employability standards and lesson
planning.
Session ID: 360943 - Registration has begun.
August 29 College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) - Math
The second day will focus on Math standards and lesson planning.
Participants do NOT have to attend both days.
Session ID: 360962 = Registration has begun.
August 30 LACES 101 – SW Regional
Location: SAU Tech – Magnolia
Session ID: 360998 = Registration has begun.
August 30 TABE 11 & 12
Location: Black River Technical College
Session ID: 361206 - Registration has begun.
LACES 201 – SW Regional
August 31 Location: SAU Tech – Magnolia
Session ID: 360999 - Registration has begun.
SEPTEMBER Literacy Task Analysis (LTA) Blended Workshop
September 5 This is a blended workshop that includes an initial online portion of the basic
knowledge regarding Literacy Task Analysis/Functional Hooks. The online
portion will begin on September 5th. Participants will then be partnered with
a mentor to go to a business/industry to perform an LTA. They will learn the
skills needed to relate workplace education program goals to company
demands for high performance work and product quality.
Session ID: Will be sent to participants once paperwork is complete.September 6 LACES 101 – NW Regional
Location: NWACC
Session ID: 361000 - Registration has begun.
September 6 LACES 101 – SE Regional
Location: East Arkansas Community College (EACC)
Session ID: 361001 - Registration has begun.
September 7 LACES 201 – NW Regional
Location: NWACC
Session ID: 361002 - Registration has begun.
September 7 LACES 201 – SE Regional
Location: EACC
Session ID: 361003 - Registration has begun.
September 7 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
This regional workshop for adult education teachers explores the general
framework of the four content areas of high school equivalency. It will target
the course topics in the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) Level
E of all four areas.
Session ID: 361228 - Registration has begun.
September 11 Facilitating Career Development
This session will provide information regarding the 20-week hybrid Career
Development Facilitator Course offered primarily online with the exception of
3 days face-to-face. There will be information about what is a Career
Development Facilitator and the role of a CDF in the Arkansas Adult Education
Programs and Literacy Council. Student expectations and information about
what you will learn in the course will be provided. In addition, helpful
information, suggestions, tips, and guidance will be provided to know how to
be successful in the course. There will be information about future
assignments, Career Interest Assessments, career development resources,
and more. Student presentations will be given.
Session ID: To be sent to participants
September 12 Adult Education SNAP Employment and Training (E & T) Administrators
This workshop will focus on assisting SNAP E & T administrators to follow best
practices in order to grow and develop programs. Topics will include provider
requirements, including monthly reports and the site visit checklist, resource
providers, such as DWS and Career Pathways Initiative and additional
resources. This workshop by invitation only.
September 13-14 Fall Administrators’ Meeting
This is a mandatory two-day meeting designed for administrators of adult
education programs and literacy councils funded with adult education grants.This training will help attendees discover the critical issues and factors that
ensure success for administrators of adult education. Topics will include
federal and state guidelines, program accountability, examining current
documentation processes, strategies for overall program improvement, and
opportunities to network and exchange ideas with other administrators.
Session ID: 361007 – Registration has begun.
September 18 Online Software Programs
Overview of the online learning programs that are offered through the
AALRC. Those include AZTEC (all parts), Teknimedia, Telephone Doctor
(Service Skills) and Rosetta Stone. Each participant will have the opportunity
to setup accounts and make sure he/she is ready to use these great online
resources.
Session ID: 361090 – Registration has begun
September 19 Beginning Excel
The workshop will cover the basics to learn Excel. It will be hands-on to help
participants learn the basics of Excel to edit worksheets more productively.
This is a great opportunity for support staff to receive professional
development.
Session ID: 361092 – Registration has begun
September 21 Canvas
Instructors will learn the basics of Canvas such as, navigational tools, setting
up course pages, lessons, discussions, quizzes, emails conferences and eternal
links. Instructors will build a simple course and maintain this learning
environment course using these tools.
Session ID: 361008 – Registration begins 8/20.
September 25-26 WIOA Partners’ Meeting
This is a two-day meeting with the state WIOA partners. DWS plans the
program with all partners participating in the workshop. The objective is to
help all partners to better plan and participate fully in the implementation of
the WIOA law. This meeting will take place at Embassy Suites in Hot Springs.
Registration is through DWS.
September 27 Equipping Students for the 21st Century Workforce
This two-part training will provide helpful information on interviewing skills
and job search skills to assist students with preparing for the 21st Century
Workforce. Helpful strategies and tips will be provided during mock
interviews, videos, and group activities. The participants will learn how to
help assist their students by informing them about how to ace an
interview. Part Two: This session will provide helpful tools and resources that
can be used to assist students with preparing for the workforce as well as
learn how to keep a job. Information will be provided on interests and skills,
communication skills, networking, elevator pitch, identifying employers, the
hidden job market, and more.
Session ID: 361010 – Registration begins 8/20.September 28 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
NE Regional
Location – TBD
Session ID: 361229 - Registration will begin 8/27.
OCTOBER
October 1 Learning Disabilities (LD) Foundations
This course will be online through LINCS. Participants will be required to
complete modules online within a 5-week study window, followed by an
online webinar. This course will cover basics of Learning Disabilities as it
relates to the adult education population and will also help to clarify items
often misunderstood in the learning disabilities community. Completion of
the online course is required in order to attend the LD: Applications and LD:
Comprehensive workshops.
Session ID: 361029– Registration will begin 8/27
October 5 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
SW Regional
Location – TBD
Session ID: 361230 - Registration will begin 9/4.
October 5 LACES for Teachers
The LACES for Teachers training is designed to assist adult education
instructors in understanding the importance and use of data collection and
the data management system (LACES). The training will provide an overview
of the data flow model, performing general and specific searches, and
running reports as well as data analysis on the program and class level. Please
note: This training is specifically designed for instructors. Student and class
data entry will not be covered in LACES for Teachers.
Session ID: 361012 – morning session 9:00 -noon
Session ID: 361013 – afternoon session 1:00 – 4:00
Registration will begin 9/4
October 10 LTA Face-to-Face Meeting
October 11 Distance Learning (DL) 101
This course will focus on building a cohesive course on Canvas or another
online platform within the Distance Learning policy,. Teachers will learn how
to set up a comprehensive online learning environment and maintain it. Train
will include minimum requirements of modules, CCR alignment and syllabus
building. This course will also involve a four-week online course for DL
certification.
Session ID: 361014 - Registration will begin 9/4
October 12 LACES for Teachers - NW Regional
Location TBD
Session ID: 361015 - Registration will begin 9/10October 12 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
SE Regional (North)
Location – TBD
Session ID: 361231 - Registration will begin 9/10.
October 12 Teacher Competencies and Teacher Evaluation Process
This presentation will address the Adult Education Teacher Competencies,
which were designed to promote and identify the knowledge and skills
needed by adult education teachers to improve student learning and
performance. Directors and Lead teachers will learn how to align Teacher
Competencies with the Teacher Evaluations process, while providing them
with strategies and tools to empower their teachers, so leaders and teachers
can focus together on the ultimate objective: improving student learning.
Session ID: 361017 - Registration will begin 9/10.
October 18 Success with Re-Entry
This session is focused on gaining knowledge, resources, and awareness to
support re-entry adult education students. Featured will be various
stakeholders from within the field of re-entry and corrections, who will
provide attendees with knowledge, unique insight, and different strategies on
working with the re-entry population.
Session ID: 361020 - Registration will begin 9/10
October 19 Customer Service
This session will highlight the importance of good customer service in the
workplace. Also, presenters will give direction on how to serve the customer
(student or client) with excellence. The content will include strategies and
tips for effective verbal and non-verbal communication, professionalism,
positive attitude, telephone and e-mail etiquette, serving diverse populations,
and more. In addition, Adult Education programs will learn how good
customer service can contribute to student retention that can impact
individual program outcomes as well as the state outcomes.
Session ID: 361022 - Registration will begin 9/17
October 23 Online Software Programs
Overview of the online learning programs that are offered through the
AALRC. Those include AZTEC (all parts), Teknimedia, Telephone Doctor
(Service Skills) and Rosetta Stone. Each participant will have the opportunity
to setup accounts and make sure he/she is ready to use these great online
resources.
Session ID: 361091 – Registration will begin 9/17.
October 24 Google Forms
This workshop will introduce Google Forms which is a fun and easy to use
program that provides a quick solution for creating self-grading assessments,
creating and sharing lesson plans, or soliciting feedback for questionnaires
and surveys.
Session ID: 361097 – Registration will begin 9/17.October 25-26 LD Comprehensive
This course will build on material learned in LD: Foundations and LD:
Applications. Participants will spend time learning the top disabilities
impacting the adult learning sector as well as strategies to help with barriers
exhibited. Participants will practice with learning disabilities screening tools,
learn how to apply data-based research and develop a comprehensive plan
for identifying, screening and developing strategies and/or 504 plans to
implement in the educational setting.
Session ID: 361032
Registration will begin 9/17
October 26 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
SE Regional (South)
Location: UAM
Session ID: 361232 - Registration will begin 9/24.
NOVEMBER
November 1-2 Face-to-Face for the Facilitating Career Development Course
Days 2 & 3
November 2 LACES for Teachers - SW Regional
Location TBD
Session ID: 361023
Registration will begin 10/1
November 2 Classroom Targets for High School Equivalency
NW Regional
Location – NWACC
Session ID: 361233 - Registration will begin 10/1.
November 7 AACAE Pre-Conference - Work Ethics
November 8-9 AACAE Conference
The conference will be at The Hotel Hot Springs in Hot Springs.
November 28 Financial Literacy – Do you know enough to make responsible decisions?
This session will provide information on financial literacy. Helpful tools, tips,
strategies, and resources will be shared on spending and saving, credit and
debit, identity theft, credit scores, credit reports, investing, financial planning,
and more. The participants will learn about basic money management and
personal finances to help their students learn how to make responsible
financial decisions.
Session ID: 361025 - Registration will begin 10/22
November 29-30 Learning (LD) Comprehensive - Session 2
November 29 Teacher Technology - Information Coming Soon
November 30 ESL Workshop– NW Region – Information Coming SoonDECEMBER Canvas
December 5 Instructors will learn the basics of Canvas such as, navigational tools, setting
up course pages, lessons, discussions, quizzes, emails conferences and eternal
links. Instructors will build a simple course and maintain this learning
environment course using these tools.
Session ID: 361026 – Registration begins 11/5.
2018
January
January 17 College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) – English Language Arts
This is a two-day course which will focus on the College and Career Readiness
Standards (CCRS) that reflect the content most relevant to preparing adult
students for success in colleges, technical training programs, work, and
citizenship—in the areas of English language arts/literacy and
mathematics. Teachers will be trained on understanding and integrating the
CCR standards into the adult education curriculum. The first day will focus on
English Language Arts standards, employability standards and lesson
planning.
Session ID: 361027 – Registration begins 12/3.
January 18 College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) - Math
The second day will focus on Math standards and lesson planning.
Participants do NOT have to attend both days.
Session ID: 361028 – Registration begins 12/3.
January 24 Distance Learning (DL)102 – Re-certification
This Course will serve as the Re-Certification course for DL teachers certified
during the 2017-2018 program year. We will be working on enhancing their
previously built courses through the use of external tools that integrate with
Canvas, as well as practicing with some of the more advanced settings
available in Canvas to customize and differentiate lessons and modules. In
addition, we will be looking at some exemplars of previously built, successful
courses and discussing best practices when teaching Distance Learning
students.
Session ID: 361035 – Registration begins 12/10
February
February 8 Teacher Competencies and Teacher Evaluation Process
This presentation will address the Adult Education Teacher Competencies,
which were designed to promote and identify the knowledge and skills
needed by adult education teachers to improve student learning and
performance. Directors and Lead teachers will learn how to align Teacher
Competencies with the Teacher Evaluations process, while providing them
with strategies and tools to empower their teachers, so leaders and teachers
can focus together on the ultimate objective: improving student learning.
Session ID: 361018 - Registration will begin 1/2/19February 7 Distance Learning (DL)100
This course will focus on the new module for the Arkansas Distance Learning
Program. Policy and "Best Practices" for teaching online will be the
foundation of this training. Teachers will concentrate on developing and
maintaining an active online learning environment. Topics will includes teach
and student characteristics of learning online, curriculum resource alignment,
online expectations, class norms, and DL platforms. This course is a
prerequisite to DL 101
Session ID: 361114 - Registration will begin 1/2/19
February 7 Learning Disabilities (LD) Applications
This course will build on material learned in LD: Foundations. The focus will
be application strategies which may be used in the learning environment to
help students with learning disabilities. In addition, RTI (response to
intervention) strategies will be discussed to reach individuals who do not
have a learning disability, but still have learning barriers due to learning
difficulties.
Session ID: 361234 – Registration will begin 1/2/19.
February 8 Learning Disabilities (LD) Applications
Session ID: 361119 – Registration will begin 1/2/19.
This session is a repeat of the previous day’s session
February 21 LACES 101
The LACES 101 training is designed as an introduction to reporting and the
data management system for Arkansas Adult Education. The training will
review the data entry process and procedures; data that is collected from
students; data entry for LACES- entering students, adding assessments,
adding attendance, creating a class, enrolling student in a class, keywords,
and designations; and, basic searches and running reports. LACES 101 is for all
staff (including instructors) and Directors who need to be familiar with LACES
and data entry.
Session ID: 361124 - Registration will begin 1/14/19.
February 22 LACES 201
The LACES 201 is designed as a more in-depth training that examines the data
flow process; federal, state, and custom reports; performing general and
specific searches; data use in program planning; and, a deeper dive into data
analysis on a program level. LACES 201 is for all staff (including instructors)
and Directors who need to be familiar with utilizing LACES data, including
reports, searches, and analysis. Please note: basic student and class data
entry will not be covered in LACES 201.
Session ID: 361126 - Registration will begin 1/14/19.
February 21-22 LD Comprehensive – Session 3
February 27 Transition Planning for Students with Learning Differences
This workshop will focus on using appropriate screening and preparationtools to aid in successful post-graduate transition. Emphasis will be based on
appropriate needs-based evaluations community wrap around services,
options for educational advancement and leisure activities.
Session ID: 361235 – Registration will begin 1/28/19.
February 28 Success with Re-Entry
This session is focused on gaining knowledge, resources, and awareness to
support re-entry adult education students. Featured will be various
stakeholders from within the field of re-entry and corrections, who will
provide attendees with knowledge, unique insight, and different strategies on
working with the re-entry population. This session will have a similar
structure of the October workshop, but will feature different guest speakers
and content.
Session ID: 361021 – Registration will begin 1/21/19.
MARCH
March 7 Integrated Education & Training
This workshop will focus on comprehensive development and
implementation of IET programs in adult education. The session will cover:
1. Understanding Integrated Education & Training (IET) Regulations
Framework
2. Understanding Required IET Program Components
3. IET Instructional Models
4. Implementing Concurrent & Contextualized Content
5. Developing Workforce Preparation Activities
6. Teaching Employability Skills
7. Business/Industry Partnership Development
8. Using the Competency Model Clearinghouse
9. Collaborative Partner Support Services
10. Using Implementation Planning Tools
Session ID: 361128 - Registration will begin 2/4/19.
March 15 Equipping Students for the 21st Century Workforce
This two-part training will provide helpful information on interviewing skills
and job search skills to assist students with preparing for the 21st Century
Workforce. Helpful strategies and tips will be provided during mock
interviews, videos, and group activities. The participants will learn how to
help assist their students by informing them about how to ace an
interview. Part Two: This session will provide helpful tools and resources that
can be used to assist students with preparing for the workforce as well as
learn how to keep a job. Information will be provided on interests and skills,
communication skills, networking, elevator pitch, identifying employers, the
hidden job market, and more.
Session ID: 361130 – Registration will begin 2/11/19.
March 28-29 LD Comprehensive – Session 4APRIL Making Learning Fun with Career Development Tools and Resources
April 4-5 This 2-day hands-on workshop will provide information on employability
training, post-secondary education/training, life skills, and financial
literacy. Helpful tools, tips, strategies, and resources will be shared on each
topic. Fun activities and technology will be utilized to keep you engaged and
interested in learning. The participants will learn about various career
development topics to inform their students about in order to help with
career planning and reaching career goals. Please bring your laptops, I-Pad,
or electronic device to access the Internet and participate in class.
Session ID: 361169 – Registration will begin 3/4/19.
April 10 Distance Learning (DL)102 – Re-certification
This Course will serve as the Re-Certification course for DL teachers certified
during the 2017-2018 program year. We will be working on enhancing their
previously built courses through the use of external tools that integrate with
Canvas, as well as practicing with some of the more advanced settings
available in Canvas to customize and differentiate lessons and modules. In
addition, we will be looking at some exemplars of previously built, successful
courses and discussing best practices when teaching Distance Learning
students.
Session ID: 361170 – Registration begins 3/4/19.
April 1-12 Citizenship and Immigration Workshop
USCIS will provide two full-day workshops on serving and assisting immigrant
adult education students. Topics will include the naturalization process and
test, federal policies, curriculum and resources for citizenship instruction.
There will be one in the Northwest portion of the state and one at the AALRC.
Exact dates to be determined by USCIS
April 11-12 WAGE Spring Planning Meeting
This two-day meeting will focus on different issues that each program faces.
There will be presentations and planning time for the next year. The location
of this meeting will be determined in the near future.
Session ID: 361177 – Registration will begin 2/11/19.
April 18 Financial Literacy – Do you know enough to make responsible decisions?
This session will provide information on financial literacy. Helpful tools, tips,
strategies, and resources will be shared on spending and saving, credit and
debit, identity theft, credit scores, credit reports, investing, financial planning,
and more. The participants will learn about basic money management and
personal finances to help their students learn how to make responsible
financial decisions.
Session ID: 361185 - Registration will begin 3/18/19
April 25-26 Spring Administrators’ Meeting
This is a mandatory two-day meeting designed for administrators of adult
education programs and literacy councils funded with adult education grants.
This training will help attendees discover the critical issues and factors thatensure success for administrators of adult education. Topics will include
federal and state guidelines, program accountability, examining current
documentation processes, strategies for overall program improvement, and
opportunities to network and exchange ideas with other administrators.
Session ID: 361186 – Registration will begin 3/16/19.
May
May 3 Distance Learning (DL) 101
This course will focus on building a cohesive course on Canvas or another
online platform within the Distance Learning policy. Teachers will learn how
to set up a comprehensive online learning environment and maintain it. Train
will include minimum requirements of modules, CCR alignment and syllabus
building. This course will also involve a four-week online course for DL
certification.
Session ID: 361188 - Registration will begin 4/1/19.State & National Conferences
The following national conference scheduling is provided for local program planning purposes
only. Local programs are responsible for funding their decision to participate in these
conferences.
AACAE/ ALA Conference November 7-9, 2018
http://aalrc.org/adminteachers/conferences.html The Hotel Hot Springs
Hot Springs, AR
COABE
https://www.coabe.org/conference-2019 March 31- April 3, 2019
New Orleans
Effective Transitions in Adult Education Conference
https://www.collegetransition.org/nctn-conference/overview/
November 12-14, 2018
Cambridge, MA
LDA
A https://ldaamerica.org/events/annual-conference/
February 18-21, 2019
Ft. Worth, TX
TESOL
http://www.tesol.org/attend-and-learn/international-convention
March 12-15, 2019
Atlanta, GAAALRC Library
Materials Procedures
Loan Period All Arkansas Adult Learning Resource Center resource materials are
checked out for one month. For example, any materials checked out
on June 14th are due on July 14th.
Loan Forms These forms are kept on file by the Media Coordinator. The
information on the form includes the borrower's information, the
material(s) borrowed and the date the material(s) were borrowed.
Request forms (Hold) A request/hold system will be maintained when another patron has
already checked out the material(s) you would like to check out.
Renewals To extend your borrowing period, please contact the Media
Coordinator at the AALRC.
Media Coordinator Klaus Neu is the Media Coordinator at the AALRC. He is available to
help you with checking out or renewing materials.
Phone 501-907-2490
or 1-800-832-6242 (AR only)
E-mail klaus@aalrc.org
Please note that the library is online on our website.
http://aalrc.orgDate: _____________
Media Request Form
AR Adult Learning Resource Center
Attn: Klaus Neu
501-907-2490
Fax: 501-907-2492
801 S. Louisiana
Little Rock, AR 72201
Person Requesting Materials: ____________________________________
E-mail: ____________________________________
Program: ____________________________________
Address: ____________________________________
____________________________________
Item # Title/Description of Material
The materials listed above are DUE one month from the date checked out. Please plan to pay
the replacement costs of any materials you lose or fail to return.You can also read
