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January 2013

January 11, 25, and February 8
Teaching Adult ELL Emergent Readers: Linking Research and Practice
Online study circle with Pennsylvania teachers and faculty member Allegra Elson. With a special focus on reading development, review relevant research and consider implications for the classroom. Through readings, discussion, and reflective tasks, explore promising practices in teaching adult ESL students who are learning to read for the first time.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: ELL-U
Contact: info@ell-u.org
For more information go to www.ell-u.org
January 14
2014 GED® Test 101
This hour-long webinar will provide you with an overview of the key features of the new GED® test that launches in January 2014. The session will include a summary of the major similarities and differences between the current 2002 Series and the new 2014 GED® test, a review of the item types, information about test length, how the Passing Standard will be set, where the test will be given, when the new practice test will be launched, the kinds of reports resulting from the test, and more. Get grounded in the basic facts to help you get ready for what's to come in 2014!
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: GED Testing Service
Contact: GED2014@gedtestingservice.com
Registration for 1:30 session
Registration for 3:30 session
January 15
Exploring the Reasoning through Language Arts Module of the 2014 GED® Test
This hour-long webinar focuses on the content and structure of the Reasoning through Language Arts module of the GED® test to be launched in 2014. Learn more about the content that is the same as and what has changed from the 2002 Series, including how reading and writing have been integrated, information about the Extended Response item that replaces the current Language Arts, Writing Part II Essay, and more.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: GED Testing Service
Contact: GED2014@gedtestingservice.com
Registration for 1:30 session
Registration for 3:30 session
January 22
Exploring the Social Studies Module of the 2014 GED® Test
This hour-long webinar focuses on the content and structure of the Social Studies module of the GED® test to be launched in 2014. Learn more about the content that is the same as and what has changed from the 2002 Series test, including the social studies content areas, the new social studies practices, the new Extended Response items that will appear on each Social Studies test form, and more.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: GED Testing Service
Contact: GED2014@gedtestingservice.com
Registration for 1:30 session
Registration for 3:30 session
January 25, February 8, and February 22
Learner-Centered Practice in Adult ESL
Participants in this study circle will explore various ways to implement learner-centered practices in their teaching including through conducting needs assessments, drawing upon students’ stories, and engaging learners in meaningful and authentic language tasks and projects. Practitioners will be invited to grapple with common dilemmas that arise in classrooms around this issue. They will also choose an area related to the topic to explore in their practice.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: ELL-U
Contact: info@ell-u.org
For more information go to www.ell-u.org
January 26, February 9, and February 23
AIMS English Training
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. each day
Cost: $335 per person
Trainers: Jennifer QuinnWilliams and Barbara Vaille
Location: 3401 Quebec St., Suite 5010, Denver
Sponsor: Summer Scholars
Contact and registration: Karin Hostetter, 303.381.3736; khostetter@summerscholars.org
Download training flyer
Jan 28 to March 8
Teaching Reasoning and Problem Solving Strategies
Sponsor: ProfessionalStudiesAE.org (World Education, Inc., and ProLiteracy/New Readers Press)
Course Fee: $179.00
Location: Your computer (online course)
Download course flyer
January 29
ADA Coordinators Day of Professional Development
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Webb Municipal Building, Room 4.F.6. 201 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver
Sponsor: Meeting the Challenge, Denver Office of Disability Rights and the Denver Regional Mobility and Access Council (DRMAC)
Download training flyer
January 29
GED 2014: Change, Content, and Computer-Based Testing – What Does This Mean for Students with Special Needs?
Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Location: Your computer and phone
Sponsor: National Association for Adults With Special Learning Needs
Link to webinar information
January 30
Exploring the Science Module of the 2014 GED® Test
This hour-long webinar will provide you with an overview of the key features of the new GED® test that launches in January 2014. The session will include a summary of the major similarities and differences between the current 2002 Series and the new 2014 GED® test, a review of the item types, information about test length, how the Passing Standard will be set, where the test will be given, when the new practice test will be launched, the kinds of reports resulting from the test, and more. Get grounded in the basic facts to help you get ready for what's to come in 2014!
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: GED Testing Service
Contact: GED2014@gedtestingservice.com
Registration for 1:30 session
Registration for 3:30 session
January 30
GED 2014: Change, Content, and Computer-Based Testing – What Does This Mean for Students with Special Needs?
Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Location: Your computer and phone
Sponsor: National Association for Adults With Special Learning Needs
Link to webinar information
January 31
State-wide Discussion of January 2013 issue of PD MAP: Preparing Programs and Teachers for the 2014 GED® Test
3:00-4:00 p.m.
Sponsor: CDE/AEFL
Location: your computer and phone
Contact: Jane Miller, 303.866.6611; miller_j@cde.state.co.us
Link to online registration
Download flyer
Download January 2012 PD MAP

February 2013

February 1
Standard of Quality 6 and Adult Learner Persistence
One-hour webinar from 11:00 a.m. to noon
Sponsor: Northern Colorado Professional Development Center
Location: Your computer and phone
Contact: NCPDC, 720.652.8155
Link to online registration
Download webinar flyer
February 1
State-wide Discussion of January 2013 issue of PD MAP: Preparing Programs and Teachers for the 2014 GED® Test
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Sponsor: CDE/AEFL
Location: your computer and phone
Contact: Jane Miller, 303.866.6611; miller_j@cde.state.co.us
Link to online registration
Download flyer
Download January 2012 PD MAP
February 4-7
Adult College Completion Tool Kit
Online moderated discussion regarding the Office of Vocational and Adult Education's (OVAE)Adult College Completion Toolkit. The Toolkit helps policymakers at the state and local level implement evidence-based solutions that increase the number of graduates who earn high-quality degrees and certificates. Before the event, post your questions and thoughts in the pre-activity discussion thread!
Sponsor: LINCS Community discussion groups-Program Management, Financial Literacy, Career Pathways, and Postsecondary Completion
Location: Online moderated discussion
Moderator: Lisa Rhodes, U.S. Dept. of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid
Registration: To join LINCS, follow these steps.
February 5
Exploring the Mathematical Reasoning Module of the 2014 GED® Test
This hour-long webinar focuses on the content and structure of the Mathematical Reasoning module of the GED® test to be launched in 2014. Learn more about the content that is the same as and what has changed from the 2002 Series, quantitative problem solving, algebraic problem solving, the new mathematical practices, how the on-screen calculator will be used, and more.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: GED Testing Service
Contact: GED2014@gedtestingservice.com
Registration for 1:30 session
Registration for 3:30 session
February 6-9
CCIRA 2013 Conference on Literacy
Sponsor: Colorado Council International Reading Association
Location: Denver
Contact: nicole.bonato@ccira.org
Link to conference web page
November 15-16, 2012, February 7-8, 2013, April 18-19, 2013
Adult Numeracy Instruction Training (ANI)
Up to eight two-person teams of math teachers from AEFLA programs will have the opportunity to participate in this intensive, evidence-based program in effective numeracy instruction for adult learners.
NOTE: Directors must confirm their interest in participating by completing an online interest survey by September 17, 2012.
Location: Denver
Sponsor: CDE/AEFL and the Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS)
Contact: Jessie Hawthorn, 303.866.6942; hawthorn_j@cde.state.co.us
Download ANI flyer
Link to interest survey
January 25, February 8, and February 22
Learner-Centered Practice in Adult ESL
Participants in this study circle will explore various ways to implement learner-centered practices in their teaching including through conducting needs assessments, drawing upon students’ stories, and engaging learners in meaningful and authentic language tasks and projects. Practitioners will be invited to grapple with common dilemmas that arise in classrooms around this issue. They will also choose an area related to the topic to explore in their practice.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: ELL-U
Contact: info@ell-u.org
For more information go to www.ell-u.org
February 8
Share the Wealth: Seminar on “Educating Diverse Minds” Conference
9 a.m. - noon
Discuss and explore some of the current concepts related to teaching students whose processing may be challenging; review ideas from authors/researchers such as Judy Willis, David Sousa, and Bruce McCandliss.
Sponsor: Southern Colorado PD Center
Location: Trinidad State Junior College, 600 Prospect Street, 412 Mullen Building
Contact: Susan Harris, 719.846.5471; susan.harris@trinidadstate.edu
February 8-9
Literacy Coalition of Colorado Annual Denver/Metro Mini-Conference
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday; 8:00 a.m. - noon, Saturday
Sponsor: Literacy Coalition of Colorado and CDE/AEFL
Location: Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood
Registration deadline: February 4, 2013
Contact: Ruth Wengrovius, 303.914.6701; ruth.wengrovius@rrcc.edu
Link to registration and workshop descriptions
Download conference flyer
February 9, January 26, and February 23
AIMS English Training
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. each day
Cost: $335 per person
Trainers: Jennifer QuinnWilliams and Barbara Vaille
Location: 3401 Quebec St., Suite 5010, Denver
Sponsor: Summer Scholars
Contact and registration: Karin Hostetter, 303.381.3736; khostetter@summerscholars.org
Download training flyer
February 13-16
LDA 50th Annual International Conference
Sponsor: Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Location: San Antonio, TX
Link to conference web page
February 21- April 10
College Readiness for Adults: Beyond Academic Preparation
Sponsor: ProfessionalStudiesAE.org (World Education, Inc., and ProLiteracy/New Readers Press)
Course Fee: $269.00
Location: Your computer (online course)
Download course flyer
January 25, February 8, and February 22
Learner-Centered Practice in Adult ESL
Participants in this study circle will explore various ways to implement learner-centered practices in their teaching including through conducting needs assessments, drawing upon students’ stories, and engaging learners in meaningful and authentic language tasks and projects. Practitioners will be invited to grapple with common dilemmas that arise in classrooms around this issue. They will also choose an area related to the topic to explore in their practice.
Location: your computer and phone
Sponsor: ELL-U
Contact: info@ell-u.org
For more information go to www.ell-u.org
February 23, January 26, and February 9
AIMS English Training
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. each day
Cost: $335 per person
Trainers: Jennifer QuinnWilliams and Barbara Vaille
Location: 3401 Quebec St., Suite 5010, Denver
Sponsor: Summer Scholars
Contact and registration: Karin Hostetter, 303.381.3736; khostetter@summerscholars.org
Download training flyer

March 2013

March 18 – May 6, 2013
Principles of Diagnostic Assessment and Teaching in Adult Reading Instruction
Sponsor: ProfessionalStudiesAE.org (World Education, Inc., and ProLiteracy/New Readers Press)
Course Fee: $269.00
Location: Your computer (online course)
Download course flyer
March 19 – April 29, 2013
Helping Students Stay: Exploring Program and Classroom Persistence Strategies
Sponsor: ProfessionalStudiesAE.org (World Education, Inc., and ProLiteracy/New Readers Press)
Course Fee: $269.00
Location: Your computer (online course)
Download course flyer
March 20-23
TESOL 2013 International Convention & English Language Expo
Sponsor: Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Location: Dallas, TX
Link to conference web page
March 24-27
2013 COABE LAPCAE Conference
Sponsor: Louisiana Association for Public, Community, and Adult Education (LAPCAE) and Commission on Adult Basic Education (COABE)
Location: New Orleans
Link to conference web page

April 2013

April 10-13
2013 MPAEA Conference: Winds of Change
Sponsor: Mountain Plains Adult Education Association
Location: WY
November 15-16, 2012, February 7-8, 2013, April 18-19, 2013
Adult Numeracy Instruction Training (ANI)
Up to eight two-person teams of math teachers from AEFLA programs will have the opportunity to participate in this intensive, evidence-based program in effective numeracy instruction for adult learners.
NOTE: Directors must confirm their interest in participating by completing an online interest survey by September 17, 2012.
Location: Denver
Sponsor: CDE/AEFL and the Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS)
Contact: Jessie Hawthorn, 303.866.6942; hawthorn_j@cde.state.co.us
Download ANI flyer
Link to interest survey
April 19-22
58th Annual IRA Convention
Sponsor: International Reading Association
Location: San Antonio, TX
Link to conference web page
April 28-30
National Conference on Family Literacy
Sponsor: National Center for Family Literacy
Location: Louisville, KY
Link to conference web page

May 2013

June 2013

June 11-13
CASAS Summer Institute
Sponsor: CASAS – Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems
Location: Town and Country Resort & Convention Center, San Diego
Link to registration information

July 2013

August 2013

September 2013

October 2013

October 13-15
NCPN Conference: Linking Education and Economic Prosperity
Sponsor: National Career Pathways Network
Location: San Antonio, TX
Link to conference registration
October 31 - November 2
U.S. Conference on Adult Literacy (USCAL 2013)
Sponsor: ProLiteracy
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contact: Robyn Smith, 315.214.2578; conference@proliteracy.org
Link to conference web page

November 2013

AEFLA Critical Dates FY2011-12 and FY 2012-13

Application for Funding FY2012-13
Due May 7, 2012
LIA Compliance Notification to Programs
TBA
AEFLA Program Directors' Conference
July 18 (pre-conference), 19-20, 2012
Data Close-out for FY2011-12
TBA
AEFLA and EL/Civics Grant Closeout
Due September 30, 2012 to CDE Grants Fiscal Management (see e-mail notification from Marti Rodriguez dated July 2, 2012)
FY13 Regional Assessment Training

Download Regional Assessment Training Registration Information
Download Schedule and Session Descriptions

August 2-3, 2012 Southern Region Trinidad
Link to registration
August 13-14, 2012 Mountain Region Glenwood Springs
Link to registration
August 16-17, 2012 Four Corners Region Durango
Link to registration
August 24-25, 2012 Northern Region Longmont
Link to registration
September 7-8, 2012 Denver/Metro Region Lakewood
Link to registration

Teacher Professional Development Self-Assessment
TBA
FY2011-12 Final Expenditure Report
October 15, 2012
Annual Performance Report (APR) and Data Certification for FY2011-12
October 15, 2012
Link to APR information
Deadline to Apply for the Adult Numeracy Instruction- Professional Development Training
October 17, 2012 (See November 15-16, 2012 Calendar listing above)
LIA Teacher Count Date
TBA
LIA Compliance Improvement Plans
TBA
FY14 AEFLA Program Directors' Conference
July 18-19, 2013

Links to Other Calendars

For additional information or to add an event to the calendar, contact Debra Fawcett at fawcett_d@cde.state.co.us