Region II Training Council

Previous Workshops 2008-2009:
Below is a list of trainings that have been offered in Region II.

Multiple Intelligences and the ESOL Learner

Workshop Date: October 9, 2008

Workshop Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

This is a free online training that can be accessed from the comfort of your own home or office. All you need is a telephone and access to the Internet. We will send you a toll free call in number and web address (URL) when you register. On the evening of the workshop, you simply join the conference call and go to the web site which will allow you to access the slide show.

    Workshop Description:

    All human beings have Multiple Intelligences (MI) which can be nurtured and strengthened, or ignored and weakened. This online session will explore how Multiple Intelligence theory can be applied in practical instructional classroom activities for ESOL learners. It will also explain the relationship between the literacy level of the ESOL learner and the development of MI in linguistically diverse student populations.

    At the conclusion of this session individuals will be able to understand the elements of Multiple Intelligences (MI), explain the relationship between the ESOL literacy level and MI, and demonstrate MI activities for ESOL Learners.

    Trainer: Catherine Rifkin, Professor for ESOL at Florida Community College at Jacksonville

Multiple Intelligences and the ESOL Learner

Workshop Date: October 9, 2008

Workshop Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

This is a free online training that can be accessed from the comfort of your own home or office. All you need is a telephone and access to the Internet. We will send you a toll free call in number and web address (URL) when you register. On the evening of the workshop, you simply join the conference call and go to the web site which will allow you to access the slide show.

    Workshop Description:

    All human beings have Multiple Intelligences (MI) which can be nurtured and strengthened, or ignored and weakened. This online session will explore how Multiple Intelligence theory can be applied in practical instructional classroom activities for ESOL learners. It will also explain the relationship between the literacy level of the ESOL learner and the development of MI in linguistically diverse student populations.

    At the conclusion of this session individuals will be able to understand the elements of Multiple Intelligences (MI), explain the relationship between the ESOL literacy level and MI, and demonstrate MI activities for ESOL Learners.

    Trainer: Catherine Rifkin, Professor for ESOL at Florida Community College at Jacksonville

Instruction Targeted for TABE Success (ITTS) Online Training

Workshop Date: Friday, October 10, 2008

Workshop Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FL Community College Jacksonville, South Campus
  • Room B-201
  • 11901 Beach Boulevard
  • Jacksonville, FL 32246

Workshop Description:

Instruction Targeted for TABE Success is a network-based system which combines computer-based instruction with Contemporary's Skill Assessment Modules, creating one comprehensive preparation system for students taking the TABE.

TABE 601

Workshop Date: October 10, 2008

Workshop Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Santa Fe College, NW (Main) Campus
  • Building S, Room 326 on 3rd floor
  • 3000 NW 83rd Street
  • Gainesville, FL 32606

Workshop Description:

TABE 601 is informational only and designed specifically for administrators of Adult Education and Career and Technical Education programs. (It is NOT intended for practitioners seeking certification to administer the TABE). The content will stress federal and state rules on how to assess adult and CTE students, using proper testing procedures. Additionally, the recently updated Technical Assistance Paper for Assessment will be reviewed in depth. Discussion will focus on how administrators can best support state-wide efforts to accurately assess adult education students and make good educational decisions based on a thorough and accurate understanding of how to interpret TABE results. Attendance at this workshop is a 'must' for new adult education administrators who want to ensure their organization's compliance with state and federal assessment guidelines.

Trainer: Ila Waite-Burns, FLDOE Division of Workforce Education

Turning Point Interactive Classroom Software Training

Workshop Date: Friday, October 24, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FL Community College Jacksonville
  • Open Campus (URC)
  • 601 West State Street
  • Jacksonville, FL 32202

Workshop Description:

Turning Point audience response system integrates 100% into Microsoft® PowerPoint® and allows audiences and students to participate in presentations or lectures by submitting responses to interactive questions using a Response Card® keypad or other hand-held/computer devices.

To Register: Phone 904-632-3022 or email

Barbara Yankowy

TABE 101

Workshop Date: October 30, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
  • Room T201
  • 401 West State Street
  • Jacksonville, FL 32202

Workshop Description:

TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. Typically, 101 is an all-day (7-hour) workshop.

The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

Trainer: Susan MacGill

TABE 101 Session 2

Workshop Date: October 30, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
  • Room T201
  • 401 West State Street
  • Jacksonville, FL 32202

Workshop Description:

TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. Typically, 101 is an all-day (7-hour) workshop.

The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

Trainer: Ila Waite-Burns, FLDOE Division of Workforce Education

TABE 701

Workshop Date: October 30, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
  • Room T210
  • 401 West State Street
  • Jacksonville, FL 32202

Workshop Description:

TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate and are fulfilling the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

Trainer: Jiske Ong

TABE 101

Workshop Date: October 31, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Columbia County Vocational, Adult, and Community Education Center
  • Room 130
  • 409 SW Saint Johns Street
  • Lake City, Florida 32025

Workshop Description:

TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. Typically, 101 is an all-day (7-hour) workshop.

The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

Trainer: Jiske Ong

TABE 701

Workshop Date: October 31, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Columbia County Vocational, Adult, and Community Education Center
  • Room 153
  • 409 SW Saint Johns Street
  • Lake City, Florida 32025

Workshop Description:

TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate and are fulfilling the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

Trainer: Susan MacGill

Staying Healthy: A New Health Literacy Curriculum and Student Resource Guide for ESOL

Workshop Date: November 1, 2008

Workshop 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Workshop Location: John F. Germany Library

    Workshop Description:

    Come learn about a free, newly developed curriculum which integrates health literacy into high beginning and low intermediate level Adult ESOL instruction. These materials will increase health literacy awareness among your students and encourage them to make healthy choices in relation to nutrition, preventative health care, accessing health services, and other related issues. The curriculum also provides useful information about the US Health Care System and Florida health resources.

    Presenter:Martha A. Lane, Adult Literacy Consultant. A contributing author to Staying Healthy, Marti has had many years of experience as an ESOL tutor, trainer, and curriculum writer. She has been involved in community-based ESOL projects overseas, nationally, and in Florida -- particularly in Pinellas County.

    A collaborative learning event brought to you by the Florida Adult Literacy Resource Center, a program of the Florida Literacy Coalition. This workshop is made possible through the support of the Florida Department of Education, Division of Workforce Education.

Managed Enrollment in Adult Education and ESOL Programs: How to Customize Program Enrollment Procedures to Achieve Higher Student Attendance, Persistence and Learning Gains

Workshop Date: November 5, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Alachua County Public Schools, Kirby-Smith Administration Center
  • Conference Room E
  • 620 E. University Ave.
  • Gainesville, FL 32601

Workshop Description:

This specialized workshop is designed primarily for adult education program directors and adult ESOL program coordinators, lead teachers and counseling staff who have decision-making influence in local adult education programs. Teams of 2 or more per program are encouraged to attend. Participants will learn how to plan and set up customized enrollment procedures tailored to learning needs of students and teaching requirements of instructors.

Trainer: Phil Anderson, Florida Department of Education

Effective Reading Strategies for Struggling Adult Learners

Workshop Date: November 5, 2008

Workshop Time: 12:30 - 4:30 pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Columbia County Vocational, Adult, and Community Education Center
  • Room 130
  • 409 SW Saint Johns Street
  • Lake City, Florida 32025

Workshop Description:

Reading instruction in any subject content area can be enjoyable and informational. Put the "fun" in function with interactive reading strategies for adult learners. This workshop is designed to explore and demonstrate ways to actively engage struggling readers in instruction while building reading skills.

Trainer: Anita Rodgers

THIS TRAINING HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Managed Enrollment in Adult Education and ESOL Programs: How to Customize Program Enrollment Procedures to Achieve Higher Student Attendance, Persistence and Learning Gains

Workshop Date: CANCELLED for November 6, 2008

Workshop Time: CANCELLED 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • FCCJ Kent Campus
  • Room F122
  • 3939 Roosevelt Blvd.
  • Jacksonville, FL 32205

Workshop Description:

This specialized workshop is designed primarily for adult education program directors and adult ESOL program coordinators, lead teachers and counseling staff who have decision-making influence in local adult education programs. Teams of 2 or more per program are encouraged to attend. Participants will learn how to plan and set up customized enrollment procedures tailored to learning needs of students and teaching requirements of instructors.

Trainer: Phil Anderson, Florida Department of Education

Effective Reading Strategies for Struggling Adult Learners

Workshop Date: November 7, 2008

Workshop Time: 12:30 - 4:30 pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Putnam County Adult Education Center
  • Building 1, Room 1
  • 113 Putnam County Blvd
  • East Palatka, Florida 32131

Workshop Description:

Reading instruction in any subject content area can be enjoyable and informational. Put the "fun" in function with interactive reading strategies for adult learners. This workshop is designed to explore and demonstrate ways to actively engage struggling readers in instruction while building reading skills.

Trainer: Anita Rodgers

Literacy Ambassador Program

Workshop Date: November 7th and 8th, 2008

Workshop begins at 10 AM on Nov. 7th

Workshop Location: Crowne Plaza, West Palm Beach

    Workshop Description:

    This dynamic workshop prepares adult learners to become effective advocates and spokespeople for their organizations and adult literacy in general. Adult learner sessions will include:

  • • Introduction to Effective Public Speaking
  • • Developing and Making Presentations
  • • Adult Learner Involvement and Leadership
  • • Conducting Interviews with the Media
  • • Adult Learner Advocacy

    • A special session for program representatives is scheduled for Friday to review effective Public Relations and Marketing Strategies and discuss how to create opportunities for students to share their stories through various venues such as television, radio, newspaper, and community organizations.

    For more information, contact Judy Bodnar, Florida Literacy Coalition, Inc. at 800-237-5113 x 207 or bodnarj@floridaliteracy.org

TABE 701

Workshop Date: Friday, November 14, 2008

Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Workshop Location & Address:

  • Putnam County Adult Education Center
  • Building 1, Room 1
  • 113 Putnam County Blvd
  • East Palatka, Florida 32131

Workshop Description:

TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate and are fulfilling the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training

Trainer: Lisa Jones

Meeting the Challenge: An LD Primer

A Two-Part Virtual Training

Workshop Dates: November 6th and November 13th, 2008

Workshop Times: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Workshop Location: Webinar

  • We will send you a toll free call in number and web address (URL) when you register.

    • Workshop Description:

    Join Rochelle Kenyon as she explores the basics of learning disabilities (LD) and explains ways to identify individuals who are undiagnosed but exhibit characteristics which affect their learning. Also learn about a free LD screening tool. Individuals will be able to ask questions about adults with learning disabilities.

    Presenter: Rochelle Kenyon, Ed.D., is a nationally known professional development trainer and educator that specializes in adult education and disability issues. She has presented training on diverse educational topics in more than 40 states. Rochelle is Moderator for the National Institute for Literacy's Learning Disabilities Discussion List through the Center for Literacy Studies at the University of Tennessee.

    GED Math - Session I Geometry

    Workshop Date: November 21, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Room: Brewster Hall
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34474

    Workshop Description:

    Session I in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions. This 4-hour workshop focuses on the most missed GED geometry questions and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Sherri Soluri and Lynne Ralston

    Building Better Writers

    Workshop Date: November 21, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Santa Fe College, NW (Main) Campus
    • Building A, Room 226
    • 3000 NW 83rd Street
    • Gainesville, FL 32606

    Workshop Description:

    Do you have ABE and GED students who continue to struggle with writing? Many students have learned the five-paragraph essay structure; however, the essays they produce are inadequate (level 1) or marginal (level 2). At the heart of the issue is the inability of students to write effective sentences and paragraphs. This writing workshop will focus on strategies to assist students in developing more effective paragraphs, as well as how to analytically score a student’s writing. Participants attending this interactive workshop will be provided with a resource guide and workbook that include numerous strategies and activities that can be used in the classroom.

    Trainers: Susan Pittman-Shetler and Bonnie Goonen

    Here Today…Gone Tomorrow – Strategies for Motivating and Retaining Adult Learners

    Workshop Date: December 2, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 3:30pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Alachua County Public Schools
    • Room: The Manning Center Conference Room
    • 1817 E. University Ave.
    • Gainesville, FL 32641

    Workshop Description:

    This workshop will examine the latest research on learner persistence to determine factors that promote retention and explore a variety of instructional and management strategies that address the research findings. Discussion will include information related to ESOL and adult general education populations.

    Trainer: Dr. Lennox L. McLendon, Executive Director National Adult Education Professional Development Consortium, Inc (The Adult Education State Directors' Training and Technical Assistance Office) Washington, DC

    GED Math - Session I Geometry

    Workshop Date: December 5, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • FCCJ Jacksonville, Urban Resource Center
    • Room: 318
    • 601 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    Session I in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions. This 4-hour workshop focuses on the most missed GED geometry questions and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Paul and Linda McClelland

    CASAS

    Workshop Date: December 5, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Putnam County Adult Education Center
    • Building 1, Room 1
    • 113 Putnam County Blvd
    • East Palatka, Florida 32131

    Workshop Description:

    CASAS is a full day training specifically addressing the implementation of CASAS within an ESOL program. It is designed for the new teacher or new to administrating CASAS. Included in this training is a section on what is used in Florida’s programs. Participants are entered into a data base as trained and certified as CASAS test administrators.

    Trainer: Tony Lagos

    TABE 701

    Workshop Date: December 12, 2008

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Withlacoochee Technical Institute
    • Room 115
    • 1201 W. Main Street
    • Inverness, Florida 34450

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate and are fulfilling the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    Strategies for GED Math Success

    Workshop Date: January 6, 2009

    Workshop Time: 8:30-11:30 am

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Withlacoochee Technical Institute
    • Room 115
    • 1201 W. Main Street
    • Inverness, Florida 34450

    Workshop Description:

    This 3-hour session will provide an overview of the GED Mathematic Test from USDOE National GED Mathematics Training Institute. It will focus on the most missed GED math questions with recommendations and resources to use in the classroom to improve student success. This 3-hour workshop provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success. Participants will receive handouts of the Most Missed Questions.

    PLEASE NOTE: Due to the short timeline, no travel reimbursement is available for this training.

    Trainer: Sherri Soluri

    GED Math Session II - Basic Calculation

    Workshop Date: January 9, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Brewster Hall
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    Session II in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions.This 4-hour workshop focuses on the GED Mathematics problem areas related to basic calculation and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Sherri Soluri and Lynne Ralston

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, Dec. 17th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 7th.

    Test Taking Strategies for Adult Learners

    Workshop Date: January 16, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Baker Correctional Institute
    • Dowling Training Center
    • 20706 U.S. Hwy 90 West
    • Sanderson, FL 32087

    Workshop Description:

    Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Testing…Teachers! When your student(s) fails –You fail. When one of your students fails to improve – you have failed. Research indicates that on average a 10% improvement can be attained with effective application of teaching strategies preparing the students for TEST TAKING. Not teaching the test, but the how to take a test. Your students (YOU) may not improve 10%. The odds are that many will improve more, and all will improve some. Not theoretical ideas, but specific tools for the teacher.

    Trainer: John Howle

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Monday, Jan.6th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 14th.

    TABE 101 Certification

    Workshop Date: January 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Brewster Hall
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. This will be an all-day (7-hour) workshop. The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

    Trainer: Susan MacGill

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, Jan.9th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 21st.

    TABE 701 Recertification

    Workshop Date: January 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Brewster Hall
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate from CTB/McGraw Hill and are listed on the FLDOE database of previously certified TABE administrators. Attending TABE 701 fulfills the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, Jan.9th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 21st.

    GED Math Session II - Basic Calculation

    Workshop Date: January 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T102
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    Session II in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions.This 4-hour workshop focuses on the GED Mathematics problem areas related to basic calculation and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Paul and Linda McClelland

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, Jan.9th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 21st.

    STAYING HEALTHY: A New Health Literacy Curriculum and Resources for ESOL

    Workshop Date: January 23, 2009

    Workshop Times: 2 pm to 5 pm

    Workshop Location:

    • Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center
    • Miami, FL 33125

        • To register for the training by phone, call (800) 237-5113. If you have questions, please contact Jordana Frost, 407-246-7110, frostj@floridaliteracy.org

    STAYING HEALTHY: A New Health Literacy Curriculum and Resources for ESOL

    Workshop Date: January 24, 2009

    Workshop Times: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

    Workshop Location:

    • Workforce Alliance Central Career Center
    • West Palm Beach, FL 33409

        • To register for the training by phone, call (800) 237-5113. If you have questions, please contact Jordana Frost, 407-246-7110, frostj@floridaliteracy.org

    Volunteer Literacy Tutor Symposium

    Workshop Date: January 24, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida Community College at Jacksonville
    • South Campus/Deerwood
    • 11901 Beach Blvd
    • Jacksonville, FL 32246

    Trainer: Roberta Reiss, ProLiteracy America Supervising Trainer

    GED Success

    Workshop Date: February 4, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center
    • Nursing Building
    • 415 SW Pinewood Dr
    • Live Oak, FL 32064

    Workshop Description:

    Research has shown that students learn more and retain knowledge and skills longer if instruction is provided using authentic materials and tasks. This workshop is designed to provide ABE/GED teachers with strategies, activities, and resources that can be used to help students be more successful on the GED Tests. Teachers will learn what areas of the GED Tests present the greatest challenges for students; understand how the use of authentic materials, such as the newspaper, can help students master skills in all five content areas of the GED Tests; and participate in hands-on learning activities that use authentic materials developed as part of Florida’s Read About It! curriculum. Each teacher will receive a copy of Florida’s Read All About It! curriculum and master copies of all support materials, including a Read All About It! Student Workbook.

    Trainers: Susan Pittman-Shetler and Bonnie Goonen, National GED Trainers

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, Jan.21st. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 2nd.

    Building Better Writers

    Workshop Date: February 5, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Columbia County Vocational, Adult, and Community Education Center
    • Room 130
    • 409 SW Saint Johns Street
    • Lake City, Florida 32025

    Workshop Description:

    Do you have ABE and GED students who continue to struggle with writing? Many students have learned the five-paragraph essay structure; however, the essays they produce are inadequate (level 1) or marginal (level 2). At the heart of the issue is the inability of students to write effective sentences and paragraphs. This writing workshop will focus on strategies to assist students in developing more effective paragraphs, as well as how to analytically score a student’s writing. Participants attending this interactive workshop will be provided with a resource guide and workbook that include numerous strategies and activities that can be used in the classroom.

    Trainers: Susan Pittman-Shetler and Bonnie Goonen, National GED Trainers

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Thursday, Jan.22nd. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 2nd.

    Strategies for Adult Readers-Reading to Learn

    Workshop Date: February 6, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Alachua County Library District
    • Meeting Room A – 4th Floor
    • 401 East University Avenue
    • Gainesville, Florida 32601

    Workshop Description:

    Taking Adult Education Students to the Next Level Most teachers have not had the opportunity to obtain expertise in the area of reading. This reading workshop provides a basic overview of the different components of reading, as well as teaching strategies for each area. Hands-on activities are incorporated into this reading workshop on how to teach fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Techniques such as the various types of word lists, the GIST, and SQ3R are demonstrated. This workshop may be divided into any of the components of reading - phonemic awareness, word analysis and recognition, reading rate and fluency, spelling, background knowledge, word meaning and vocabulary, and comprehension skills - dependent on the needs of the participants.

    Trainers: Susan Pittman-Shetler and Bonnie Goonen, National GED Trainers

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, Jan.23rd. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 2nd.

    GED Math Session III - Graphs and Tables

    Workshop Date: February 6, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Brewster Hall
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    Session III in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions. Participants who attend all 3 sessions in the GED Math series will receive GED Math instructional resources during this final session. This 4-hour workshop focuses on the GED Mathematics problem areas related to graphs and tables, and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Sherri Soluri and Lynne Ralston

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, January 23rd. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 2nd.

    TABE 101 Certification

    Workshop Date: February 18, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T102
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. This will be an all-day (7-hour) workshop. The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, Feb. 4th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 16th.

    TABE 701 Recertification

    Workshop Date: February 18, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T234
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate from CTB/McGraw Hill and are listed on the FLDOE database of previously certified TABE administrators. Attending TABE 701 fulfills the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Susan MacGill

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, Feb. 4th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 16th.

    GED Math Session III - Graphs and Tables

    Workshop Date: March 6, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T210
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    Session III in a 3-part series focused on most missed GED math questions. Participants who attend all 3 sessions in the GED Math series will receive GED Math instructional resources during this final session. This 4-hour workshop focuses on the GED Mathematics problem areas related to graphs and tables, and provides opportunities to practice instructional strategies for student success.

    Trainers: Paul and Linda McClelland

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 20th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Wednesday, March 4th.

    TABE 701 Recertification

    Workshop Date: March 5, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Taylor Technical Institute
    • Board Room
    • 318 North Clark Street
    • Perry, FL 32347

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate from CTB/McGraw Hill and are listed on the FLDOE database of previously certified TABE administrators. Attending TABE 701 fulfills the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 20th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, March 2nd.

    TABE 101 Certification

    Workshop Date: March 11, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Lake City Correctional Facility
    • 7906 E. U.S. HWY. 90
    • Lake City, FL 32055

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. This will be an all-day (7-hour) workshop. The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

    Trainer: Susan MacGill

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Wednesday, Feb. 25th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, March 9th.

    Adult Education Standards Implementation for ESOL, ABE, and GED Programs

    Workshop Date: March 13, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida Community College Jacksonville, Kent Campus
    • B206
    • 3939 Roosevelt Blvd.
    • Jacksonville, FL 32205

    Workshop Description:

    This training will provide participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to implement the adult education standards in their local program. Benefits of this workshop include: students will stay longer; students will make learning gains faster and in greater numbers, teachers will stay on longer in the program.

    Trainers: Catherine Rifkin, FCCJ Professor of English for Speakers of Other Languages, and Phil Anderson, FLDOE

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 27th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, March 9th.

    Selecting an Assessment for ESOL, ABE, and GED Programs

    Workshop Date: March 13, 2009

    Workshop Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida Community College Jacksonville, Kent Campus
    • B206
    • 3939 Roosevelt Blvd.
    • Jacksonville, FL 32205

    Workshop Description:

    This training will provide participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to select a state-approved test for their program. A step-by-step formula is demonstrated that will guide participants from start to finish on the procedure to select a test that will work best for their student population and meet their program needs. The benefit of this training results from the fact that using an appropriate test means greater student retention, higher transition rates, and higher rates of passing from one level to the next.

    Trainer: Phil Anderson, FLDOE

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 27th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, March 9th.

    Beyond CASAS - Implementation Strategies

    Workshop Date: April 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 8:30am - 11:30am

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • First Coast Technical College
    • Room G 103
    • 2980 Collins Avenue
    • St. Augustine, Florida 32084

    Workshop Description:

    This interactive training will provide Adult ESOL instructors with effective strategies in the classroom to help with the CASAS assessment. Handouts will be provided to go along with all the activities.

    Trainer: Claire Valier, National Trainer/Consultant

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, April 10th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, April 20th.

    FLDOE Policy Update and Human Trafficking for ESOL

    Workshop Date: April 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 12:30pm - 4:30pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • First Coast Technical College
    • Room G 103
    • 2980 Collins Avenue
    • St. Augustine, Florida 32084

    Workshop Description:

    In addition to pertinent FLDOE policy updates, this training provides participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to train participants on how to present information about human trafficking as part of their classroom activities. The workshop was developed by attorneys from the FSU Center for the Advancement of Human Rights, and by adult ESOL teachers. Participants receive materials ranging from hands-on exercises and lesson plans to information on human trafficking laws. The benefits of this workshop is that teachers and students become aware of this important issue, to show teachers and students how to protect themselves from traffickers, and to hopefully prevent others from becoming victims. The flyer from FSU says “Florida is third in the nation in number of human trafficking cases within our borders. Educators have a unique and important role to play in helping to address this tragic reality.”

    Trainer: Phil Anderson, FLDOE

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, April 10th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, April 20th.

    Humor in the Classroom

    Workshop Date: Friday, May 1, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00 - 3:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Columbia County Vocational, Adult, and Community Education Center
    • Room 130
    • 409 SW Saint Johns Street
    • Lake City, Florida 32025

    Workshop Description:

    The Turnip, The Used Car Salesmen, and other considerations of being a MORE successful adult educator. The title says it all...

    Trainer: John Howle, Special Education Administrator

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Friday, April 17th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, April 27th.

    Adult Education Standards Implementation for ABE and GED Programs

    Workshop Date: May 15, 2009

    Workshop Time: 12:30pm - 4:30pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Kirby Smith Administration Center
    • Conference Room E (2nd Floor, East Wing)
    • 620 E. University Ave.
    • Gainesville, FL 32601
    • 352-955-7622 (Adult Education Main Office)

    Workshop Description:

    This training represents a Florida State initiative, and will equip participants with the knowledge and strategies necessary for successful implementation of the Adult Education Standards in their programs. Benefits of this workshop include: enhanced student retention and persistence, greater learning gains with fewer instructional hours for students, and retention of adult education teachers.

    Trainers: Iowana Whitman-Tims & Susan MacGill, Consultants

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, May 1st. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, May 11th.

    CASAS Certification

    Workshop Date: May 19, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida Community College at Jacksonville (FCCJ)
    • Downtown Campus Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T127
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    CASAS is a full day training specifically addressing the implementation of CASAS within an ESOL program. It is designed for the new teacher or new to administrating CASAS. Included in this training is a section on what is used in Florida’s programs. Participants are entered into a data base as trained and certified as CASAS test administrators.

    Trainer: Tony Lagos, National Trainer/Consultant

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Tuesday, May 5th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Friday, May 15th.

    TABE 101 Certification

    Workshop Date: May 20, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Room 068
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. This will be an all-day (7-hour) workshop. The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, May 13th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, May 18th.

    TABE 701 Recertification

    Workshop Date: May 20, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Marion County Community Technical & Adult Education Center
    • Room 068
    • 1014 SW 7th Road
    • Ocala, FL 34471

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate from CTB/McGraw Hill and are listed on the FLDOE database of previously certified TABE administrators. Attending TABE 701 fulfills the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Susan MacGill

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Wednesday, May 13th. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Monday, May 18th.

    TABE 101 Certification

    Workshop Date: June 2, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T201
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 101 is for all practitioners who will be administering the TABE test but have been in adult education for less than two (2) years, or have never attended any TABE certification training. This will be an all-day (7-hour) workshop. The TABE certification achieved through this training is required for all TABE proctors and will be valid for two years.

    Trainer: Susan MacGill

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, May 22nd. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Friday, May 29th.

    TABE 701 Recertification

    Workshop Date: June 2, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • FCCJ Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T203
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, FL 32202

    Workshop Description:

    TABE 701 is for those that have already received a certificate from CTB/McGraw Hill and are listed on the FLDOE database of previously certified TABE administrators. Attending TABE 701 fulfills the two (2) year re-certification requirement. Typically a 4 hour training.

    Trainer: Jiske Ong

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations with travel requests must be submitted by Friday, May 22nd. Registrations with no travel requests will be accepted until Friday, May 29th.

    Unpacking Adult Ed Standards for GED/ABE Classes

    Workshop Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida State College Jacksonville Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T234
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, Florida 32202

    Workshop Description:

    Unpacking the Adult Education Standards for GED/ABE Classes is an interactive workshop that represents a Florida State initiative. The training will equip participants with the knowledge and strategies necessary for successful implementation of the Adult Education Standards in their programs. Benefits of this workshop include: enhanced student retention and persistence, greater learning gains with fewer instructional hours for students, and retention of adult education teachers.

    Trainer: Iowana Whitman-Tims, Consultant

    Registration Link Closed.

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Wednesday, October 7th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday, October 12th.

    Understanding Poverty

    Workshop Date: Friday, October 23, 2009

    Workshop Time: 9am - 2pm

    Workshop Location & Address:

    • Florida State College Jacksonville Advanced Technology Center
    • Room T212
    • 401 West State Street
    • Jacksonville, Florida 32202

    Workshop Description:

    Understanding Poverty is based on the work of Dr. Ruby K. Payne. Participants will receive a companion workbook that includes charts and graphs, resource review scenarios, other activities, and note-taking outlines.

    Trainer: Barbara Yankowy, Consultant

    Registration Link Closed.

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES:

    Registrations WITH TRAVEL REQUESTS must be submitted by Wednesday, October 14th. Registrations with NO TRAVEL REQUESTS will be accepted until Monday October 19th.