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SUMMARY:Workforce Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Getting 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. This 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. \nThis forum will help tutors provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-tutor-forum/
LOCATION:Michigan Works! Southwest\, 1601 S. Burdick Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Forum,Workforce
ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Leverette":MAILTO:benjamin.leverette@kresa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180116T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180104T235044Z
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SUMMARY:Health Literacy Tutor Forum
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URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-tutor-forum/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Forum
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SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Tutor Forum
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URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-tutor-forum/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180110T190000
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SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation and Training
DESCRIPTION:You’ve read the success stories\, you’ve seen the numbers\, and you’ve decided that it’s time to do your part to end adult illiteracy in Kalamazoo County. Your personal contributions will create a lasting\, positive change in your neighborhood for years to come. Thank you. \nAll tutors attend one tutor orientation followed by four training sessions. By registering for this event\, you are committing to the following sessions: \nJanuary 11                  Tutor Orientation                                 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. \nJanuary 13                  Tutor Training: Sessions 1 & 2            9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nJanuary 20                  Tutor Training: Sessions 3 & 4            9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-training-4/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T175605
CREATED:20180104T233240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180104T233240Z
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SUMMARY:ESL Forums
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URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-forums/
LOCATION:Prince of Peace Lutheran Church\, 1747 W Milham Ave\, Portage\, MI\, 49024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180104T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180104T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T175605
CREATED:20180104T234211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T041324Z
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SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis forum will provide teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum/
LOCATION:Prince of Peace Lutheran Church\, 1747 W Milham Ave\, Portage\, MI\, 49024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="Vicki Konzen":MAILTO:vwkonzen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T103000
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SUMMARY:Research & Training Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 2017 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium is for all interested individuals to attend. This event will provide attendees with an increased understanding of key adult literacy issues and current best practices in four major areas: \n\nParent Literacy\nWorkplace Literacy\nHealth Literacy\nEnglish as a Second Language\n\nThe symposium will also cover how to create vibrant learning opportunities in Community Literacy Centers. \nSee the 2017 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium Guide for a description of the symposium sessions. \nThis 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. The symposium will give attendees the opportunity to learn new techniques and strategies to support adult learners\, employ lessons learned\, and receive ongoing support as they join the growing faculty of tutors\, instructors\, and supporters who are making an impact on adult learning in the region. \nDr. Edward Roth\, Associate Professor of School of Music\, Music Therapy Fellow for the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapists\, and Co-Founder and Director of the Brain Research and Interdisciplinary Neurosciences Lab will be featured as the keynote speaker at the symposium. Admission is free. \nThe Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC) is hosting this event in collaboration with WMU Business Connection\, Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations\, Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine\, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Other participating agencies include Branch County Literacy Council\, E3 Achievement\, St. Joseph County Literacy Council\, Van Buren Intermediate School District and the Region 8 Regional Prosperity Initiative. \nREGISTER NOW! \nFor more information please call the KLC at (269) 382-0490 ext. 222 or email mevans@goodwillswmi.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/research-training-symposium/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Research & Training
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SUMMARY:Fall Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us in recognizing the accomplishments of KLC volunteers and learners. The President’s Volunteer of the Year Award and the first Mard Little Award for Adult Learner Excellence will be presented. All volunteers\, partners\, and supporters are welcome.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/fall-reception/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171019T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T015453Z
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SUMMARY:ExpressWays 2 Success Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for instructors\, tutors\, and literacy center coordinators who would like to learn more about how to incorporate PLATO Courseware into their instruction. PLATO’s online courses are a major focal point of the ExpressWays 2 Success program. Instruction is geared to support Basic Literacy\, GED preparation\, workplace literacy\, and college preparation. Seating is limited to 12 people.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/expressways-2-success-tutor-training/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Forum
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CREATED:20170906T184053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T184131Z
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