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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230612T100000
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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:20260403T151906
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231020T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
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:20260403T151906
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T170930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T170930Z
UID:7281-1705325400-1705332600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom: Learners Skills Use
DESCRIPTION:ECALA Classroom: Learners Skills Use\nDate: Monday\, January 15\, 2024\nTime: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin our ECALA Classroom series and learn strategies to help you create meaningful learning opportunities. This series is for all educators\, such as tutors\, volunteers\, and facilitators who are working directly with learners. \nIn this session\, we’ll:\n• Explore what Skills Use looks like in your learners’ lives\n• Develop strategies for encouraging use of foundational skills outside the classroom\n• Connect Skills Use to the overall learning journey
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-learners-skills-use/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T172113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T172113Z
UID:7283-1705492800-1705496400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Chat GPT Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Chat GPT Lunch n Learn\nDate: Wednesday\, January 17\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\, Grants Liaison\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin us for a one-hour session introducing Chat GPT. Learn its basics and how it can benefit you as an educator. We’ll introduce Chat GPT and showcase how it can answer questions\, provide explanations\, and generate text in various languages\, making it a versatile tool for educational content.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/intro-to-chatgpt-lnl/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T172501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T173006Z
UID:7285-1705917600-1705923000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Newcomer Mental Health Resources
DESCRIPTION:Newcomer Mental Health Resources\nDate: Monday\, January 22\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 am to 11:30 am\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Rupa Ray\, Family Counsellor\, Cross-Cultural Counselling\, Catholic Social Services\nRegistration: Click here \nThe session emphasizes the information about Mental Health Resources for Newcomers and Refugees in Edmonton and Calgary. The session also discusses the signs and symptoms of trauma\, including the phase of Dissociation as the most common symptom among refugees. The discussion continues with the types of Mental Health Stigma that the refugees come with. Part of the session focuses on the basic Relaxation Techniques for clients who need them on the spot.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/newcomer-mental-health-resources/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T173210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T172144Z
UID:7287-1706529600-1706533200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Chat GPT for Lesson Planning
DESCRIPTION:Chat GPT for Lesson Planning\nDate: Monday\, January 29\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\, Grants Liaison\nRegistration: Closed due to reaching the maximum participant count. Please email pdcoordinator@ecala.org or pd@ecala.org to be put on a waitlist. \nDiscover how Chat GPT can transform lesson planning. Explore its practical use in generating ideas and content for engaging lessons. We’ll demonstrate how Chat GPT can generate topic ideas\, outline lesson structures\, and even provide learning objectives and activities\, saving you time and boosting creativity in your planning process.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/chatgpt-for-lesson-planning-lnl/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240205T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T174134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T174134Z
UID:7289-1707139800-1707147000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom: Tracking Learner Progress
DESCRIPTION:ECALA Classroom: Tracking Learner Progress\nDate: Monday\, February 5\, 2024\nTime: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin our ECALA Classroom series and learn strategies to help you create meaningful learning opportunities. This series is for all educators\, such as tutors\, volunteers\, and facilitators who are working directly with learners. \nIn this session\, we’ll: \n\nDiscuss how to support your learners in creating goals\nExplore ways to monitor progress toward goals\nDevelop strategies to review\, revise and reflect on goals for better learning
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-tracking-learner-progress/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T175547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T175547Z
UID:7291-1707739200-1707742800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Chat GPT for Developing Activities
DESCRIPTION:Chat GPT for Developing Activities\nDate: Monday\, February 12\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\, Grants Liaison\nRegistration: Click here \nExplore how Chat GPT can help create interactive language and literacy activities tailored to your learners’ needs. We’ll showcase examples of Chat GPT generating writing prompts\, brainstorming story ideas\, and suggesting vocabulary exercises\, all designed to make your lessons more dynamic and engaging.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/chat-gpt-for-developing-activities-lnl/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231220T222416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T234409Z
UID:7336-1707912000-1707915600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton Public Library (EPL)101 February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Public Library (EPL) 101\nDate: Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024\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\nPlease note this PD has been postponed until further notice.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/edmonton-public-library-epl101-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20231215T175744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T175744Z
UID:7293-1708948800-1708952400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Chat GPT: Other AI You Have to Try!
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Chat GPT: Other AI You Have to Try!\nDate: Monday\, February 26\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Leanne Adegbonmire\, Grants Liaison\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin us to discover AI tools beyond Chat GPT\, revolutionizing education with personalized learning. Everyday more tools are being introduced – it’s challenging to keep up! We’ll introduce you to AI-driven platforms such as MagicSchool and Twee that can support you in so many ways. We welcome you to come and share your own experiences as well!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/beyond-chatgtpt-other-ai-you-have-to-try/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240304T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240304T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20240115T171414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T171414Z
UID:7360-1709559000-1709566200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom 3: Learner Confidence
DESCRIPTION:ECALA Classroom 3: Learner Confidence\nDate: Monday\, March 4\, 2024\nTime: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin our ECALA Classroom series and learn strategies to help you create meaningful learning opportunities. This series is for all educators\, such as tutors\, volunteers\, and facilitators who are working directly with learners. \nIn this session\, we’ll: \n\nExplore what learner confidence looks like in ECALA-funded learning opportunities\nDevelop strategies for supporting the growth of learner’s self-confidence through meaningful activities and recognition\nConnect increasing learner confidence to the overall learning journey
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-learner-confidence/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151906
CREATED:20240131T202217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T202217Z
UID:7423-1709726400-1709730000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Emotional Intelligence\nDate: Wednesday\, March 6\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Nataliya Fladager\, Family Educator\, Norwood Child and Family Resource Centre\nRegistration: Click here \nWould you like to get an understanding of emotional intelligence and learn a few practical ideas for managing emotions in your professional and personal life? Join us for this interactive session\, full of ready-to-use practical ideas. \nNataliya Fladager\, a family educator at Norwood Child and Family Resource Centre\, is excited to share with you the passion and knowledge about emotional intelligence that she has gathered over her 20-year career in the education field
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/emotional-intelligence/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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