Health Literacy Forum
Online MI, United StatesForum leader: Doris Ravotas, Ph.D Because health is a topic that applies to every adult learner, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status, more than age, income, employment status, education level or racial/ethnic... Read more »
ESL Tutor Forum
Online MI, United StatesForum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 English as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work, school, and community settings. Increasingly, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. This... Read more »
2022 Fall Reception
Online MI, United StatesThe Fall Reception is the annual event where we honor our volunteers and celebrate learner successes! In addition to a presentation by Executive Director Michael Evans of programming highlights from the past year, we will present the Mard Little Awards for Adult Learner Excellence and the Volunteer Service Award. This is a virtual meeting. Please... Read more »
Tutor Orientation
Online MI, United StatesWelcome tutor trainees! This is the official orientation session the KLC requires before training, and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In the Literacy Advocacy Orientation, you will learn about the KLC’s history, programs, services, learners, and your critical role as a volunteer tutor. The November training process includes an orientation, and two... Read more »
Tutor Training
Online MI, United StatesWelcome tutor trainees! This is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these two four-hour trainings, we will focus on hybrid learning, blended learning, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.