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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230404T173000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
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:20260403T134944
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20221214T201653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T214537Z
UID:6767-1686744000-1686747600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Resource Share Back Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 14\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Team ECALA \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for ECALA to share back all of the resources (ELL\, Basic Digital/Digital Literacy\, Adult Literacy\, Senior Learners\, and General) you’ve shared with us over the past few months! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/resource-share-back-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20250723T172110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T185613Z
UID:4597-1693526400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One-to-One Tutoring: Reading and Writing
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling with reading or writing? Learners at PALS work one-to-one with a tutor to improve their skills. We will match you with a tutor who understands your unique needs and learning style. One-to-one tutoring allows us to focus on your areas of challenge and we can go back and address any learning gaps you need to. You can work online or in-person at the PALS office or at a library near your home. Meetings are for a few hours each week at a time that works for you.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-to-one-tutoring-reading-and-writing/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20250723T153040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T194408Z
UID:1900-1693958400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn English?  Come work on listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing.  Talk about: \n\nGreetings\nIntroductions\nShopping\nFamily and friends\nJobs\nPhone calls\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Action for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:communications@a4hc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20251006T195648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T195648Z
UID:8783-1693958400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Beginners (Pre Literacy)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn English?  Come work on listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing.  Talk about: \n\nGreetings\nIntroductions\nFamily and friends\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-for-beginners-pre-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Action for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:communications@a4hc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20251020T213157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T213157Z
UID:8809-1693958400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Empowered Parenting
DESCRIPTION:In this class you will talk about developing positive relationships and  positive parenting skills. We will talk about: \n\nHealth\nSafety\nBehavior\nChild development\n\nYou will learn through games\, videos and conversations. The goal of this group is to learn positive parenting techniques and develop skills for success.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/empowered-parenting-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230815T171630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T171719Z
UID:7133-1695232800-1695236400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA's 25th Anniversary and Annual General Meeting (AGM)
DESCRIPTION:ECALA’s 25th Anniversary and Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nDate: Wednesday\, September 20\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Debbie Clark\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin ECALA-funded agencies to celebrate ECALA’s 25th Anniversary and participate in our Annual General Meeting \nThe Agenda and meeting materials outlined in the ECALA Bylaws will be sent to registrants at the end of August.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-agm-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230712T201945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T201945Z
UID:7077-1695375000-1695382200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading Strategies for Working with Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Reading Strategies for Working with Adult Learners\nDate: Friday\, September 22\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am to 11:30 am\nWhere: Virtual\nRegistration: https://forms.office.com/r/9aS7dneTSe \nAre you looking for reading strategies and tools to help you with your adult foundational learners? Join ECALA and Bonnie Caron\, PALS Adult Literacy Coordinator\, to examine the 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 information on how where to purchase them. You’ll want to be there!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-strategies-for-working-with-adult-learners-sept-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230915T194546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T194546Z
UID:7160-1697115600-1697122800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Basic Digital Skills: a Multilevel Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:Teaching Basic Digital Skills: a Multilevel Curriculum\nDate: Thursday\, October 12\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Marnie Rempel Friesen and Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre\nRegistration: Click here \nDo you teach digital literacy?  Do you have English language learners in your classes?  Is it a challenge to figure out what to teach and how to teach it?  Immigrant Settlement Services of British Columbia (ISS of BC) has created a curriculum to teach basic digital skills to English language learners.  Come to this session to: \n\nReview the ISS of BC resource\nShare best practices and strategies when teaching digital literacy\nExplore different language levels of the same lesson\nPractice working with the ISS of BC lesson plan framework\nDiscuss ways to adapt the curriculum to your setting
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/teaching-basic-digital-skills-a-multilevel-curriculum/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230811T163206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T163206Z
UID:7124-1697457600-1697461200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Scribe Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Scribe Lunch n Learn\nDate: Monday\, October 16\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin our one-hour lunch and learn session to explore Scribe – the ultimate screen capture and documentation tool. Learn how to effortlessly create step-by-step guides with text and screenshots by simply recording your processes. Share instantly with your team or embed into your knowledge base. Streamline your workflow with Scribe!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/scribe_lnl_sept/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230712T202002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T205720Z
UID:7079-1697707800-1697716800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Positivity
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Positivity\nDate: Thursday\, October 19\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nBeing positive and sharing that positivity with your learner can go a long way in engaging them in the learning process. Many of our learners have had negative experiences in a learning environment. This workshop will: \n\nLook at how to incorporate and encourage positive language from both the educator and the learner\nExplore the differences between fixed and growth mindsets\nPractice positive ways to show support when our learners feel challenged
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/the-power-of-positivity-oct-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231020T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230802T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T194549Z
UID:7099-1697794200-1697801400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of Family Violence on Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Impact of Family Violence on Learning\nDate: Friday\, October 20\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am to 11:30 am\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator: Sarah Jensen\, Education Specialist at The Today Centre\nRegistration: Click here \nDo you know how to recognize some of the signs someone is in an unhealthy relationship or is a victim of family violence? Do you know how to support someone who may be in a situation like this? How might being in this situation affect your learners? ECALA and the Today Centre are offering a workshop to empower community members to recognize\, respond\, and support people who may be experiencing family violence. \nInformation shared will include: \n\nA more in-depth look at the different types of abuse that may be happening\nLook at the role of power\nPossible barriers to seeking support\nStrategies to better respond to disclosures\nInformation on safety planning\n\nCommunity Resources in Edmonton The Today Centre is a non-profit agency in Edmonton that offers a safe\, inclusive place for adults who have been victims of family violence and provides educational opportunities to learn more about this topic.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/introduction-to-family-violence-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231004T163015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T163015Z
UID:7181-1698062400-1698066000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Chat GPT Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Chat GPT Lunch n Learn\nDate: Monday\, October 23\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin our hour-long session to explore an easy introduction to ChatGPT. Unlock the potential of ChatGPT in teaching\, even if you’re tech-cautious! See how it can boost lesson planning\, simplifies info finding\, and learn simple techniques to create helpful prompts. Embrace AI step by step and enrich your teaching experience!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/chatgpt-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230811T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T170626Z
UID:7129-1698667200-1698670800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Scribe Check-In Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Scribe Check-In Lunch n Learn\nDate: Monday\, October 20\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\nRegistration: Click here \nDid you attend the Scribe lunch n learn? Join us for this check-in session. Discover how fellow participants are incorporating Scribe into their work\, share your experiences\, and get your questions answered. It’s a great opportunity to enhance your Scribe skills and learn valuable insights from your peers. Don’t miss out!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/scribe-check-in-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231116T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20230915T193217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T193217Z
UID:7166-1700139600-1700145000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Outcome\, Measurement\, and Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Outcome\, Measurement\, and Evaluation\nDate: Thursday\, November 16\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \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. \nPlease note: this session is only for ECALA-funded agencies.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/outcome-measurement-evaluation-nov2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231016T154732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T224552Z
UID:7188-1700571600-1700578800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Activities for Multilevel English Classes
DESCRIPTION:Engaging Activities for Multilevel English Classes\nDate: Tuesday\, November 21\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere:  In person\, ECALA Office\, #104 4207 98 St NW\nRegistration: is limited to 12 participants. Click here\, to register. Please note registration closes at 5 pm on Friday\, November 17. \nDo you work with learners who have various goals and skills? Encouraging learners with different strengths to push themselves in the same activity can be a daunting task\, but we’ll share creative solutions to make sure each learner is engaged without being left behind or feeling bored. In this session\, we share six examples of activities and strategies that you can take with you. You’ll take home a packet of printable resources and digital links that you can modify for your classes.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/engaging-activties-for-multilevel-english-classes/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231004T163104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T175621Z
UID:7178-1700814600-1700825400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Fall ECALA Community Conversation 2023
DESCRIPTION:Fall ECALA Community Conversation 2023\nDate: Friday\, November 24\, 2023\nTime:\n8:30 am – 9:00 am Networking online and in person\n9:00 am – 11:30 am Community Conversation\, a hybrid event\nWhere: Hybrid: In person in the ECALA Learning Space\, Online through Zoom\nRegistration is now closed. \nJoin ECALA staff and CALP-funded agency leadership for a morning of timely and relevant conversations. This is a hybrid event. The tentative agenda includes: \n\nNetworking\nOur Heart and Purse Check-In Conversation\nAdvanced Education Update – CALP Grant\nECALA CALP Grant Additional Funding\,  Reporting Update and Group Conversations\nProfessional Development\nEdmonton Literacy Coalition\n\nPlease note: this session is only for ECALA-funded agencies.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/fall-ecala-community-conversation-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231016T220918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T203545Z
UID:7193-1701273600-1701280800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Lesson Planning (Online Option)
DESCRIPTION:Lesson Planning (Online Option)\nDate: Wednesday\, November 29\, 2023\nTime: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \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. Please note this workshop will cover the same content as the in-person workshop on November 30.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/lesson-planning-online/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231016T221506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T231640Z
UID:7196-1701349200-1701356400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Lesson Planning (In Person Option)
DESCRIPTION:Lesson Planning (In Person Option)\nDate: Thursday\, November 30\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere:  In person\, ECALA Office\, #104 4207 98 St NW\nRegistration is closed. \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. Please note this workshop will cover the same content as the online workshop on November 29.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/lesson-planning-inperson/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134944
CREATED:20231102T205102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T235733Z
UID:7231-1701864000-1701867600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton Public Library (EPL)101
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Public Library (EPL) 101\nDate: Wednesday\, December 6\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Sarah Foy\, Community Librarian – Sprucewood\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin Edmonton Public Library to learn about all of our FREE in-person and digital resources for learners of all ages\, demographics\, and needs. We’ll discuss: \n\nhow to get a library card\nlibrary classes and services- newcomers\, educators\, early literacy\, conversation circles\, computer skills\, makerspace\nSearch strategies for:\n\nPhysical items – how to search the catalogue (by keyword\, language\, lexile level\, Hi-Lo (high interest\, low readability)\nDigital content – language learning\, new career\, technology and software skills\, job search help\, homework help for all ages\, FUN stuff!\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/epl-digital-resources-101/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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