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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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UID:8841-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Essentials (Level 2) - Bridging Course: Advancing from Foundations to Proficency
DESCRIPTION:Are you a CLB 2-4 learner? In this class you will learn more words\, practice grammar\, and speak English more easily for day-to-day life. You will learn: \n\nGreetings\nAsking for directions\nReporting a problem\nSmall talk\nMaking reservations\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-essentials-level-2-bridging-course-advancing-from-foundations-to-proficency/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20251021T200331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T200331Z
UID:8845-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Essentials (Level 3) - A Progressive Pathway to Proficiency
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English to the next level? This course is for learners at CLB 4 – CLB 6. Boosts vocabulary\, grammar\, and communication skills with real-life topics. You will learn English for: \n\nWork\nTravel\nSmall talk\nSharing opinions\nJobs interviews\nMaking reservations\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-essentials-level-3-a-progressive-pathway-to-proficiency/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20251021T201611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201611Z
UID:8849-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Intensive (Level 3) - Building Confidence and Proficiency for Life and Work
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English to the next level? This course is for learners at CLB 5 – CLB 7. Boosts English skills in daily life and work. You will learn English for: \n\nSharing opinions\nWork reports and emails\nJob interviews\nProblem solving at work\nCareer planning\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-intensive-level-3-building-confidence-and-proficiency-for-life-and-work/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20251021T202707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T202508Z
UID:8851-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Learning Class
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English and Digital skills to the next level? You will learn: \n\nMouse and keyboard skills\nGetting onto the internet\nEmails\nInternet safety\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/digital-literacy-learning-class-basic-low-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20251021T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203003Z
UID:8853-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Deaf Immigrant Women's ASL/ELL
DESCRIPTION:In this class you will: \n\nimprove your English skills\nlearn American Sign Language (ASL)\nunderstand Canadian culture\nhear about community programs and resources in Edmonton\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/digital-literacy-learning-class-intermediate-level-2/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20191106T220820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T222508Z
UID:2024-1664323200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Daily Literacy
DESCRIPTION:In these sessions\, you will be able to meet other parents while learning fun ways to practice English skills and help your children be happy and healthy. You will discuss topics like: \n\nReading books with children\nRegistered education savings plans\nHealthy eating and cooking\nSensory play and games\nand more!\n\n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/daily-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Family Literacy
ORGANIZER;CN="Edmonton City Centre Church Corporation (E4C)":MAILTO:els@e4calberta.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20200819T165503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T193229Z
UID:3251-1664496000-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Learning our Indigenous History
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to know more about your Indigenous history?  Do you want to learn some Cree?  Do you want to get better at writing in English and using everyday math skills?  Come to one\, two\, or all of the workshops to find out more about: \n\nTobacco Tie Teachings\nTurtle Island\nTipi Pole Teachings\nMedicines and Medicines Bags\nDreamcatchers\nBeading\nDancing\nDrum and Rattle\nBannock Making\nIndigenous Nutrition\nTalking Stick\nMoss Bag Teachings\n\n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/learning-our-indigenous-history/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,Indigenous,Skills for Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Creating Hope Society":MAILTO:info@creatinghopesociety.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20220729T192403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161450Z
UID:6408-1664755200-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Basic Digital Learning Skills for African Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to use your computer or smart phone?  Do you want to find things on the internet\, connect with family online\, and send emails?  Come to our Basic Digital Learning skills for African Seniors course.  In this course you will learn how to use \n\nWhatsApp and other texting\nEmails\nSocial media like Facebook\nVideo conferencing like Zoom\nYouTube\nWebsites for online shopping\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/basic-digital-learning-skills-for-african-seniors/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Council for the Advancement of African Canadians in Alberta (Africa Centre)":MAILTO:info@africacentre.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20191106T171327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T210810Z
UID:1908-1665360000-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Are you at CLB Level 2 – 4? Do you want to use English in your daily life? This class helps you with listening\, speaking\, reading and writing in English. We talk about things like: \n\nReading phone bills\, medicine labels etc.\nPaying bills online and reading bank statements\nTalking with teachers at parent-teacher interviews\nWriting emails to your children’s school\nFilling out forms\nAnd more!\n\nYou will get to do role plays\, practice computer skills\, do quizzes\, watch ESL videos\, and speak with your teacher and classmates.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-as-a-second-language/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20210713T155725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203706Z
UID:4568-1665532800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading and Writing Skills
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to write good sentences and paragraphs? Do you need to improve your reading skills? In this class you will: \n\nLearn to write good sentences\nLearn to write good paragraphs\nLearn grammar\nPractice reading and writing\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-and-writing-skills/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20220729T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161530Z
UID:6437-1665619200-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Literacy for Living - Basic Digital Skills
DESCRIPTION:Knowing how to use a computer is something everyone needs to be able to do.  You need computers\, phones\, or tablets to get information\, services\, to do schoolwork\, and even to find a job. \nIn this course you will learn to \n\nuse computers\, smart phones and/or tablets\nfind things on the computer\nuse the internet to learn new things about parenting\nuse the internet to find resources for you and your child\nuse the internet to find a job\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/literacy-for-living-basic-digital-skills/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,North West Edmonton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20200814T204015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T205310Z
UID:3194-1665964800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Refresh Circle 1 (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:Are you working or busy during the day? Are you CLB level 2-4? This class is for you! In this class you will: \n\nPractice English listening\, reading\, speaking and writing\nLearn grammar\nUse a computer\nRead ads\, bills and school emails\nAnswer the phone\nTake or leave a message\nBook an appointment\nAnswer questions for a job interview\nWrite work emails and fill out application forms\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/refresh-circle/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20251020T205826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T205826Z
UID:8804-1665964800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Refresh Circle 2 (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Are you literacy to CLB level 1? Do you have little schooling in your own language? This course will help you practice English in the classroom and use English in your daily life.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/refresh-circle-2-morning/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
CREATED:20230427T201931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T151201Z
UID:6979-1685957400-1685964600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Plain Language June
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 5\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 11:30 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre & Wendy Peverett \nPlain language\, or clear print\, focuses on writing for your audience. It lets you get your message across the first time. Using plain language principles results in effective and efficient communication. Complex text can cause misunderstanding\, errors\, and confusion. \nIn this session\, we will be reviewing some of the concepts we talked about in our earlier session. We will look closer at the importance of readability\, vocabulary and grammar. We will have some time to practice various strategies and tools. You don’t have to have attended the first session to walk away with new ideas. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/plain-language-june/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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:20260404T200935
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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