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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231116T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240205T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240304T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240304T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240215T225722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T225722Z
UID:7454-1710496800-1710504000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:The Elders Speak
DESCRIPTION:The Elders Speak\nDate: Friday\, March 15\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nFacilitator(s): Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Regional Advisor (North\, East-West)\nRegistration: Click here \nPromoting Indigenous Awareness: The Elders Speak\nAs part of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s call to action\, this workshop supports ESL practitioners with content and strategies to teach newcomers about the country’s indigenous history and cultures. \nThis workshop will be held online.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/the-elders-speak/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240229T223040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T195515Z
UID:7474-1715864400-1715871600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Outcome\, Measurement\, Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Outcome\, Measurement\, Evaluation\nDate: Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nWe will review the ECALA Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation (OME) table and review the different measurements that educators must collect and report on in accordance with the 2020 CALP Guidelines. This session is of interest to anyone involved with collecting data during sessions or filling out ECALA reports. \nPlease note this PD workshop is for ECALA-funded agencies only.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ome-may-2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240305T201927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T201927Z
UID:7479-1717144200-1717155000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA 2024 Spring Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:ECALA 2024 Spring Community Conversations\nDate: Friday\, May 31\, 2024\nTime: 8:30 am – 9:00 am Networking; 9:00 am – 11:30 am Community Conversations\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nJoin ECALA staff and CALP-funded agency leadership for a morning of timely and relevant conversations. This is an online event that will be hosted via Zoom. The tentative agenda includes: \n\nNetworking\nCALP Grant Update\nCommunity Conversation\nEdmonton Literacy Coalition Update
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-2024-spring-community-conversations/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240307T170015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T223046Z
UID:7476-1717754400-1717761600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Annual Report Writing
DESCRIPTION:Annual Report Writing\nDate: Friday\, June 7\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nWe will review the ECALA 2023-2024 Annual Report\, due July 5th. Come with questions and examples to share with other participants. As a reminder\, this session will focus on the Microsoft Word and Excel documents to be saved in the ECALA Reporting shared folder. \nPlease note this PD workshop is for ECALA-funded agencies only.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/annualr-report-writing-june2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240408T174330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T174330Z
UID:7507-1718107200-1718110800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the ATESL Resource Library Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the ATESL Resource Library Lunch n Learn\nDate: Tuesday\, June 11\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nAre you looking for materials to use in your classes? Join us in this lunch n learn as we walk through how to use the ATESL Resource Library and explore the Initial Sounds resource as an example.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/exploring-atesl-resource-library/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240625T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240416T162910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T171744Z
UID:7525-1719307800-1719331200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Facilitating with Intention
DESCRIPTION:Facilitating with Intention\nDate: Tuesday\, June 25\, 2024\nTime: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm\nWhere: In-Person\, ECALA Learning Space\nAddress: 4207 98 St NW #104\, Edmonton\, AB T6E 5M7\nRegistration: Click here. Maximum 12 participants \nJoin ECALA staff for a full-day PD workshop to enhance your facilitation skills. Whether you’ve been facilitating for years or are new to the field\, the strategies and tools shared in your learning opportunity can easily be used. There’s something for everyone! \nIn this interactive workshop\, we’ll look at different facilitation approaches with these topics in mind: \n\nSetting the Stage\nPlanning for Facilitation\nTailoring to Your Learners\nEnhancing Your Facilitation Skills\nUnderstanding the Why and When to Use Different Strategies\nAnd more!\n\nPlease note: Please note: Registration is limited to ECALA-funded staff. If you want to register more than two staff members\, please contact Chelséa or Wendy.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/facilitating-with-intention/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240911T175534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T175534Z
UID:8405-1729170000-1729177200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:New Agencies ECALA Grant Application Information Session
DESCRIPTION:New Agencies ECALA Grant Application Information Session\nDate: Thursday\, October 17\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nThis session is for agencies applying to ECALA for the first time or for agencies who did not receive funding from ECALA during the 2022-2025 funding cycle.  We will review the 2025-2027 application forms and answer general questions regarding the application or the application process. Please download a copy of the 2024 CALP Policy Manual to see if your proposed course/program fits within the funding mandate. \nLink to the 2024 CALP Policy Manual: https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/8e5803a0-8d3b-49d5-a027-31373ccc144e/resource/f2a23451-6dfe-44ed-9c75-fea0913858ba/download/ae-community-adult-learning-program-policy-manual-2024.pdf
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/new-agencies-ecala-info-session-oct2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20240911T175915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T175934Z
UID:8409-1730293200-1730300400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Returning Agencies ECALA Grant Application Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Returning Agencies ECALA Grant Application Information Session\nDate: Wednesday\, October 30\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nThis session is for agencies who received funding from ECALA during the 2022-2025 funding cycle. We will review the 2024-2027 application forms and answer general questions regarding the application or the application process. \nLink to the 2024 CALP Policy Manual: https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/8e5803a0-8d3b-49d5-a027-31373ccc144e/resource/f2a23451-6dfe-44ed-9c75-fea0913858ba/download/ae-community-adult-learning-program-policy-manual-2024.pdf
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/returning-agencies-ecala-grant-application-information-session-oct2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241122T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20241031T164403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T164403Z
UID:8480-1732264200-1732275000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:2024 Fall ECALA Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Returning Agencies ECALA Grant Application Information Session\nDate: Friday\, November 22\, 2024\nTime: 8:30 am to 9:00 am Networking; 9:00 am to 11:30 am Fall Community Conversation\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here\nFacilitator: Debbie Clark\, Executive Director\, ECALA \nDescription: Join new and experienced agency staff in networking and conversations on the following topics: \n\nNetworking\nAdvanced Education CALP Grant Update\nProfessional Development Update\nCommunity Conversation\, Edmonton Adult Literacy Priorities
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/2024-fall-ecala-community-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20241113T212913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T200621Z
UID:8494-1733313600-1733317200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Leveraging Technology: Canva and AI for Clear Communication in Literacy & Settlement Services
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging Technology: Canva and AI for Clear Communication in Literacy & Settlement Services\nDate: Wednesday\, December 4\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nIn this session\, participants will explore practical strategies to enhance communication through Canva. We will look at Canva’s feature for non-profits\, and the expansive AI features in the program. By the end of the session\, attendees will have actionable insights to support clear\, inclusive communication through Canva.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/leveraging-tech-dec2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20241113T225124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T225124Z
UID:8497-1733918400-1733922000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Smarter: AI and Digital Resources for Language Educators
DESCRIPTION:Teaching Smarter: AI and Digital Resources for Language Educators\nDate: Wednesday\, December 11\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nIn this session designed specifically for language instructors\, we will explore a range of AI-powered and digital tools to enhance classroom teaching. Participants will discover how to integrate Generative Chats (ChatGPT\, Google Gemini\, Microsoft Co-pilot) into language instruction\, use Canva to create engaging educational materials and apply tools for linguistic inclusivity to support diverse learners. By the end of the session\, educators will have practical insights into incorporating these tools to elevate language learning experiences.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/teaching-smarter-dec2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20241120T172311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T172311Z
UID:8503-1734004800-1734008400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Exploring e-Learnings with the CLN
DESCRIPTION:Exploring e-Learnings with the CLN\nDate: Thursday\, December 12\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nMicrolearnings can provide BIG impact to your role in a CALP-funded organization. Microlearnings are: \n\nSelf-paced learning opportunities\nAccessible anytime\, anywhere (you have wifi)\nOrganized into bite-sized pieces\nDesigned for real-world application\n\nJoin CLN to explore our vast collection of e-Learnings over the lunch hour. Each of these microlearnings has been designed to support the Community Adult Learning Program and are filled with tools\, tips and resources. \nYou will discover that you can pick and choose topics from the e-Learnings that are relevant to your work and customize your own professional development. Choose from topics such as instruction\, Indigenous learning\, volunteers\, assessment\, evaluation and more. \nPlease note\, that a CALP portal account is required to access the full collection of e-Learnings. To request a CALP Portal profile\, please complete the online form at https://calp.ca/user/request.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/exploring-elearnings-with-the-cln-dec2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250207T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250207T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20250117T201654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T182141Z
UID:8536-1738928700-1738934100@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Lunch and Learn Series: Coping Tools for Educators and Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Wellness Lunch and Learn Series: Coping Tools for Educators and Adult Learners\nDate: Friday\, February 7\, 2025\nTime: 11:45 am to 1:15 pm \n\n11:45 am to 12:00 pm\, Check-in\n12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\, Workshop\n1:00 pm to 1:15 pm\, Check-out\n\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here \nFacilitator: Laura Gall\, BPE\, MACP\, Registered Psychologist\, with extensive experience in health and well-being supports. \nIn today’s fast-paced and demanding world\, well-being is more important than ever. This workshop is designed to equip educators and adult learners with practical coping tools to manage stress\, anxiety\, and burnout. Participants will explore tools to enhance their well-being\, build resilience\, and how to share the tools with adult learners to create a supportive learning environment.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/coping-tools-educators-and-adult-learners-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160837
CREATED:20250130T224457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T224457Z
UID:8555-1740139200-1740142800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Skip the Google Search - Classroom Resource Favourites
DESCRIPTION:Skip the Google Search – Classroom Resource Favourites\nDate: Friday\, February 21\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Virtual\, Zoom\nRegistration: Click here\nFacilitators: \n\nDella Massey (CLN) (she/her)\,\nMarnie Rempel Friesen (she/her)\,\nChelséa Legg-St.Pierre (they/she)\nDebbie Clark (she/her)\n\nAre you looking for relevant and authentic resources to use in the classroom or your tutoring sessions? Are you interested in knowing the resources other educators use? Join ECALA and Community Learning Network staff to learn about their favourite resources. \nDuring the session\, participants will have time to share their favourite resources. Registrants can include any resource questions they have on their registration form. Participants will want to set up a profile on calp.ca before the session if they want to follow along or access CALP Portal resources \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/skip_google_search_feb2025/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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