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SUMMARY:Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2021 Symposium\,“Fostering Leadership and Equity Through Adult Literacy.” This free\, annual event is for anyone who is interested in supporting adult literacy – from experienced volunteer tutors and instructors to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause\, particularly during a time of hybrid learning. Featuring dynamic sessions on Health Literacy\, Workforce Literacy\, Multigenerational Learning\, and ESL teaching strategies.\nPresented in partnership with Western Michigan University and featuring a welcome address by Dr. Edward Montgomery. This year’s event is hybrid – you may attend in-person or join virtually.\nClick here to register!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/adult-literacy-research-and-training-symposium-3/
LOCATION:WMU-Fetzer Center\, 2251 Business Ct.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Research & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
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SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish 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. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause 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 group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T201704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T201704Z
UID:5230-1636174800-1636189200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions 1-4
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis 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 virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-sessions-1-4-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T201704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T201704Z
UID:5230-1636174800-1636189200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions 1-4
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis 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 virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-sessions-1-4-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T021218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T021218Z
UID:5222-1636038000-1636043400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis 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 sessions of four-hour trainings. We focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-8/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201203T200020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T235602Z
UID:5264-1635426000-1635429600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:2021 Fall Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 2021 virtual Fall Reception\, our annual volunteer appreciation event. This fun evening includes special guests\, award recognitions\, and a presentation from our Executive Director\, Michael D. Evans. \nPlease RSVP to kjumanne-marshall@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/2021-fall-reception/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish 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. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause 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 group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210928T230752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T230752Z
UID:7664-1634128200-1634133600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:2021 Read and Seed Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Read and Seed community garden and outdoor classroom for a fun day of literacy activities. This free event will feature Literacy Hopscotch\, storytime\, pumpkin painting\, garden sign art\, treats\, and more! Families from the KLC and Goodwill Industries are invited to enjoy the festivities as we harvest fresh goodies from our garden.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/2021-read-and-seed-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health Literacy,Parent Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210928T232130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T232130Z
UID:7668-1633766400-1633779000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:10th Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of gaming and fun all to benefit adult literacy in Kalamazoo County! Play in person at the Radisson or online. You can win awesome trophies and prizes. Click here for all the details and link to tickets. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/10th-kalamazoo-scrabble-fest/
LOCATION:Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites\, 100 W. Michigan Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish 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. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210923T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T204146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T202800Z
UID:5256-1632405600-1632411000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-4-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T204032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T202725Z
UID:5254-1632146400-1632151800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-3-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T203925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T202633Z
UID:5252-1631800800-1631806200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-2-3/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause 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 group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Health-Lit-Fall-banner.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T203816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T202900Z
UID:5250-1631541600-1631547000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-1-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JOBS-image-e1590674444813.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210909T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210909T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20201125T020558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T202445Z
UID:5220-1631199600-1631205000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis 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 September training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min trainings. We focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-7/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish 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. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause 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 group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Health-Lit-Fall-banner.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210729T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210603T213721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T230412Z
UID:6449-1627567200-1627572600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-4-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish 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. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210603T213626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T213626Z
UID:6447-1627308000-1627313400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-3/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210722T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210603T213528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T213528Z
UID:6445-1626962400-1626967800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-2-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause 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 group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154434
CREATED:20210603T213430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T213430Z
UID:6443-1626703200-1626708600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-1-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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