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SUMMARY:ECALA Onboarding New Staff
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 29\, 2022\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Marnie Rempel Friesen and Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre \nDescription: \nIn the past\, our learners may have had negative experiences while trying to learn. One way we can support their learning is to create a positive learning environment. In this workshop\, we will look at how we can modify our communication style to be more supportive by: \n\nLooking at how to incorporate positive teacher language when working with our learners\nLearning the differences between fixed and growth mindsets\nPracticing changing what we say to our learners to be more supportive\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-onboarding-new-staff/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
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SUMMARY:Padlet Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 30\, 2022\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nThis quick Lunch and Learn session will introduce the popular\, free online tool\, Padlet. We will explore basic features of Padlet and the ways you can utilize this tool in your learning opportunities. Classes in all funded categories can benefit from introducing this tool. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/padlet-lunch-n-learn-nov-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
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UID:6612-1670234400-1670241600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Positivity Works
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, December 5\, 2022\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nIn the past\, our learners may have had negative experiences while trying to learn. One way we can support their learning is to create a positive learning environment. In this workshop\, we will look at how we can modify our communication style to be more supportive by: \n\nLooking at how to incorporate positive teacher language when working with our learners\nLearning the differences between fixed and growth mindsets\nPracticing changing what we say to our learners to be more supportive\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/positivity-works/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221123T200456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T200456Z
UID:6678-1673978400-1673985600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evening-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning Resource Sharing
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, January 18\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for ELL educators (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to come together and share resources that work well for your learners! Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-resource-sharing/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221020T161309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T161309Z
UID:6587-1674466200-1674491400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Full Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, January 23\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn this full-day session\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is a repeat of the January Unconscious and Implicit Bias evening sessions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-full-day-january/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221123T200608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T200608Z
UID:6681-1674583200-1674590400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evenings-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230118T232701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T232701Z
UID:6740-1674734400-1674738000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Padlet Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 26\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: \nDescription: \nThis hour-long session will provide you an opportunity for guided practice on Padlet. You’re welcome to bring a Padlet that you’re working on\, or one that you may have already used with learners. We expect you to have a Padlet account and at least be familiar with the platform to join this informal session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/padlet-playtime/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230113T205229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T231749Z
UID:6742-1674810000-1674820800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Class Visit and Edmonton Literacy Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, January 27\, 2023 \nTime:\nPart 1: 9:00 am – 10:20 am\nPart 2: 10:30 – 12:00 pm \nWhere: Online (Zoom links to be sent before the event) \nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire\, Marnie Rempel Friesen & Debbie Clark \nDescription: \nThis is a two-part session and participants are welcome to attend both or either part. \nPart One: Class Visits \nWe want to host a conversation to discuss process and feedback for CALP-funded class visits. Edmonton CALP-funded agencies have agreed to support ECALA staff to attend classes during the funding year. ECALA staff currently visit most classes once per funding year. The class visits have provided opportunities for educators or volunteers to ask ECALA staff questions before and after class\, request support with accessing materials or resources and discuss any professional development needs they have. ECALA would like to create a guidance document on class visits during the session based on ideas and input from Edmonton CALP-funded agencies. \nPart Two: Edmonton Literacy Coalition \nThe idea of collaborating on Adult Foundational Literacy priorities in Edmonton was introduced at the ECALA Fall Community Conversation. If you are interested in continuing to participate and determine priorities and activities for the Coalition\, please register. \nPlease note: this event is for ECALA-funded agencies only. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-class-visit-and-edmonton-literacy-coalition/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221123T200710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T200710Z
UID:6683-1675188000-1675195200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evenings-part-3/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221220T221340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T221340Z
UID:6746-1675418400-1675425600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Using Plain Language Principles
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 3\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nDid you know that approximately 40% of adult Albertans struggle with literacy and numeracy? Do you use Plain language principles in your programs? Plain language is writing for your audience in a clear\, concise way that helps ensure that your message is understood the first time. It is about using simple vocabulary that makes your writing more effective and inclusive. In this workshop\, we will: \n\nExamine who your audience is\nExplore ways to ensure your writing works for your audience\nReview Plain Language Best Practices\nLearn new strategies\nPractice\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/plain-language/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221214T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T181403Z
UID:6750-1676023200-1676030400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom: Lesson Planning & Structure
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 10\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nIn the community learning environment\, sometimes it’s challenging to find a balance between Learner Centred Practice and too much Structure. In this session\, we will explore how clear Learning Objectives\, Interactive Activities\, and a clear plan going into a class can provide just enough structure for your learners to thrive. This session is for educators working in all funded categories. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-lesson-planning-and-structure/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221222T181258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T181258Z
UID:6786-1676628000-1676635200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLBs)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 17\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nRural Routes is presenting this orientation to the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) will help you determine learner proficiency\, plan instruction\, and assess learning. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/intro-to-clbs/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230223T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221220T221843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T215035Z
UID:6784-1677144600-1677151800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading Strategies for Working with Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, February 23\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 11:30 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Bonnie Caron  (PALS)\, Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nAre you working with adult foundational learners? Are you looking for strategies and tools that will help you with your learners? Join ECALA and Bonnie Caron\, PALS Adult Literacy Coordinator\, to examine the five basic elements of learning to read: \n\nPhonics\nWord families\nSight words\nPrefixes and Suffixes\nSyllables\n\nBonnie will share excerpts from a comprehensive curriculum she has developed that helps teach literacy from pre-reading to Grade 8. You will also receive an amazing list of resources and where you can purchase them. You want to be there! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-strategies-for-working-with-adult-learners/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221222T182254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T182254Z
UID:6788-1678815000-1678822200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Teaching Multi-Level Classes
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 14\, 2023\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nMost ESL practitioners have students at different levels in one group. Rural Routes will share some strategies to help you manage multi-level classes and maximize student learning. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/strategies-teaching-multi-level-classes/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221214T195751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195751Z
UID:6760-1678881600-1678885200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Adult Literacy Resource Sharing Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, March 15\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for basic digital skills/digital literacy educators (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to come together and share resources that work well for your learners! Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/adult-literacy-resource-sharing-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230213T183320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T183320Z
UID:6848-1679317200-1679324400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Making Numeracy Learning Less Daunting
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, March 20\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\, Zoom\nFacilitators: Jeb Gaudet\, CanLearn Society \nDescription: \nNumeracy and math can present challenges to learners and instructors alike. Jeb Gaudet from CanLearn Society will look at some of the unique aspects of numeracy and math instruction\, and how to use this knowledge in supporting learners.  \n Some topics that we’ll explore include:  \n\nthe difference between numeracy and math\, \nassessing a learner’s strengths and needs (including our own\, as instructor-learners)\, \nand features of good numeracy and math instruction. \n\n Above all\, the invitation is to be curious – about our learning\, the learning of those we work with\, and about how to make sense of numbers and math.  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/making-numeracy-less-daunting/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230221T163032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T183152Z
UID:6853-1680251400-1680274800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Spring Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 31\, 2023\nTime: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm\nFacilitators: ECALA Team and Guests\nWhere: Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC)\nAddress:  3006 119 Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5W 4T4 (just north of Riverview Crossing) \nJoin ECALA staff and our Guests Elder Ed Lavallee\, and Rebecca Still for a morning of networking\, adding to your adult literacy practice toolkit and taking away practical ideas you can use in your classes. \n8:30 am – 8:45 am: Registration\n8:45 am – 9:15 am: Smudge Ceremony and Opening Prayer Ceremony\, Elder Ed Lavallee\n9:30 am – 10:30 am: Indigenous History and Culture: Truth or Myth\, Elder Ed Lavallee & Brittany Whitford\n10:30 am – 10:45 am: Break\n10:45 am – 12:00 pm: Planned Workshops: \n\nMarnie Rempel Friesen & Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre (ECALA) -Digital Literacy Resource by Immigrant Services Society of BC\nWendy Peverett (ECALA) – Integrating Everyday Numeracy in Your Class\nRebecca Still (CLN) – Teaching Reading Strategies and CALP Portal Resources\n\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Lunch Provided\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Community Fair \nYou’re welcome to attend the afternoon resource fair featuring agencies and programs in North East Edmonton. Learn more about what’s offered by agencies like Action for Healthy Communities\, Candora\, PALS\, and services at the Edmonton Public Library\, The Today Centre and others. \nClick here to register. \nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-spring-literacy-day-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230221T164008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T164008Z
UID:6878-1680267600-1680274800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Community Fair
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 31\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nFacilitators: ECALA Team and Guests\nWhere: Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC)\nAddress:  3006 119 Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5W 4T4 (just north of Riverview Crossing)\nAre you interested in free classes and drop-in activities for adults? \nHow about free resources in your community? \nThe Community Fair is a great way to learn about the classes and resources offered by agencies like Action for Healthy Communities\, Candora Society\, PALS\, E4C\, Today Centre\, C5 Hub\, Primary Care Network and the Edmonton Public Library. \nYou can stop at each agency table and pickup information on classes. \nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-community-fair/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230404T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230329T170537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T170537Z
UID:6803-1680629400-1680636600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Rural Routes Resource Guide and ESL Handbook Overview
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, April 4\, 2023\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\, Zoom\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nJoin us as Rural Routes review their ESL Tutor Handbook and other resources Rural Routes has to offer! \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/rural-routes-resource-guide-esl-handbook-overview/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221214T195859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195859Z
UID:6763-1681905600-1681909200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Senior Learners Resource Sharing Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, April 19\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for educators who work with Senior Learners (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to come together and share resources that work well for your learners! Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/senior-learners-resource-sharing-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230411T193649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T164329Z
UID:6792-1682935200-1682942400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Foundations for Teaching Pronunciation Part 1: Segmentals
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, May 1\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nIn part 1 of this 2-part series\, participants will identify how and where to produce English vowel and consonant sounds\, and how to plan a productive lesson cycle with effective activities. Participants will experience a variety of teaching techniques and lesson ideas that they can bring back to their own learners. \nPlease note this is a two-session PD and part two will build on concepts covered in part one. To receive the certificate of completion from Norquest\, you need to attend both workshops. Part Two: Suprasegmentals\, is on Friday\, May 26\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. \nClick here to register for part one. \nClick here to register for part two on Friday\, May 26\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/foundations-for-teaching-pronunciation-part-1-segmentals/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230426T165858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T170018Z
UID:6988-1684414800-1684414800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation Session May 18\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, May 18\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire & Marnie Rempel Friesen\nDescription:\nWalk through the ECALA Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation (OME) table and review the different measurements that educators must collect and report on in accordance with the Community Adult Learning Programs (CALP) Guidelines 2020. This session is of interest to anyone who is interacting with learners\, is involved with collecting data during sessions or is filling out ECALA reports. \nThis session is only for ECALA-funded agencies. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/outcomes-measurement-and-evaluation-session-may-31-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230323T214505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T214107Z
UID:6952-1684843200-1684846800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One Stop Shop Literacy Resource Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, May 23\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett and Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre \nDescription: \nCome join us for a quick walkthrough of this tool and see how you can build your own skills and plan how to use this website with your learners. From Microsoft Office and email to reading\, math\, and more—GCFGlobal.org offers more than 200 topics\, including more than 2\,300 lessons\, more than 2\,000 videos\, and more than 50 interactives and games\, completely free. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-stop-shop-literacy-resource-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20221214T200029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T213955Z
UID:6765-1684929600-1684933200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:General Resource Sharing Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, May 24\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett & Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name. We want to provide a space for educators (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to share resources that work well for your learners! They don’t have to fall under any specific category but are your Go-To favourites. Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/general-resource-sharing-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230411T193820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T165049Z
UID:6796-1685095200-1685102400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Foundations for Teaching Pronunciation Part 2: Suprasegmentals
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, May 26\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nIn part 2 of this 2-part series\, participants will identify how to produce correct syllable and sentence stress. Participants will experience a variety of teaching techniques and lesson ideas that they can bring back to their own learners. \nPlease note this is a two-session PD\, and part two will build on concepts covered in part one. To receive the certificate of completion from Norquest\, you need to attend both workshops. Part One: Segmentals\, is on Monday\, May 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. \nClick here to register for part two. \nClick here to register for part one on Monday\, May 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/foundations-for-teaching-pronunciation-part-2-suprasegmentals/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230427T201931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T151201Z
UID:6979-1685957400-1685964600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Plain Language June
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 5\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 11:30 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre & Wendy Peverett \nPlain language\, or clear print\, focuses on writing for your audience. It lets you get your message across the first time. Using plain language principles results in effective and efficient communication. Complex text can cause misunderstanding\, errors\, and confusion. \nIn this session\, we will be reviewing some of the concepts we talked about in our earlier session. We will look closer at the importance of readability\, vocabulary and grammar. We will have some time to practice various strategies and tools. You don’t have to have attended the first session to walk away with new ideas. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/plain-language-june/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230428T180829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T230638Z
UID:6961-1686072600-1686079800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Communication - Evening
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, June 6\, 2023\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Alberta Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nECALA is pleased to be hosting the Alberta Routes workshop\, Introduction to Intercultural Communications. Participants are invited to reflect on foundational concepts related to culture\, including how culture is defined\, how it relates to people’s behaviours and values\, and how to respond to unfamiliar encounters with mindfulness in order to foster effective communication and build relationships. This session is a great place to start and will leave you wanting to learn more. \nClick here to register. \nPlease note: this is a repeat of our June 12th morning session \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/introduction-to-intercultural-communication-evening/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230426T175820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T195552Z
UID:6991-1686144600-1686150000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Annual Report Writing Session
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 7\, 2023\nTime: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online Zoom\nFacilitator: Leanne Adegbonmire & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, Grant Liaison Team\nThis session will walk through ECALA’s 2022-2023 Annual Report\, due July 8\, 2023. Come with questions and examples to share with other participants. As a reminder\, this session will focus on the Microsoft Word & Excel documents to be submitted online. We will not cover the Financials in this session. \nThis session is for ECALA-funded agencies. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/annual-report-writing-session/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153243
CREATED:20230428T181002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T230031Z
UID:6800-1686564000-1686571200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Communication - Morning
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 12\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Alberta Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nECALA is pleased to be hosting the Alberta Routes workshop\, Introduction to Intercultural Communications. Participants are invited to reflect on foundational concepts related to culture\, including how culture is defined\, how it relates to people’s behaviours and values\, and how to respond to unfamiliar encounters with mindfulness in order to foster effective communication and build relationships. This session is a great place to start and will leave you wanting to learn more. \nClick here to register. \nPlease note: this is a repeat of our June 6th evening session \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/introduction-to-intercultural-communication-morning/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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