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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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SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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 hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-8/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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 hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-7/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220505T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T195803Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome 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. This 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. Click here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-11/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220317T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T191923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T191923Z
UID:8103-1647525600-1647531000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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-6/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/teaher-teaching-adult-reading.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T191831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T191831Z
UID:8101-1647266400-1647271800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/teaher-teaching-adult-reading.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20220310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220310T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T191751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T191751Z
UID:8099-1646917200-1646922600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/teaher-teaching-adult-reading.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220307T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T191652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T191652Z
UID:8097-1646658000-1646663400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This 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-3/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/teaher-teaching-adult-reading.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220303T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T191407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T191407Z
UID:8094-1646316000-1646321400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome 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 May 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. Click here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-10/
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:20260404T152827
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:20260404T152827
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:20220212T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220212T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20220111T224758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T223514Z
UID:8602-1644642000-1644652800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Refugees Through ESL Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special workshop where a panel of our experienced ESL instructors will answer questions and provide teaching strategies for those who want to tutor adult English Language Learners. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone who’s interested in supporting refugees as they adapt to their new environment to learn about serving these motivated learners through basic\, effective language instruction.\n\nAgenda:\nOpening talk: Bita Edraki and John Safapour will provide an overview of Afghan culture and things tutors should keep in mind when working with refugees.\nBuilding Relationships\, Jen Kruger: Jen\, an ESL instructor\, will draw on her experiences working with level 1 learners to share strategies for creating a relationship that allows the learner to be receptive and ready to learn.\nSIOP Lesson Planning\, Dylan Warner: Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) is a research-based\, instructional model that is highly effective in addressing the academic needs of English learners. Dylan’s session will teach you how to prepare a lesson using SIOP principles.\nPre-literate/Non-literate ESL Resources\, Vicki Konzen: Vicki will share helpful resources for working with these English Language Learners\, including a list of materials available through KLC and free online resources.\nPronunciation\, Ila Baker: Ila\, MA-TESOL\, will walk us through strategies for tutors with no experience to help their learners with pronunciation.\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3r1tUGw
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/supporting-refugees-through-esl-instruction/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20220122T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220122T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T185850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T185914Z
UID:8092-1642824000-1642838400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome 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 virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20220115T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220115T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T185742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T185742Z
UID:8090-1642219200-1642233600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome 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 virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20220113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211102T185547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T185547Z
UID:8087-1642082400-1642087800@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-9/
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:20260404T152827
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:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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:20211210T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211210T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
CREATED:20211029T220438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T174518Z
UID:8050-1639105200-1639132200@kalamazooliteracy.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152827
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
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