Overview

This workshop is geared towards ASE and ESOL instructors, and especially relevant to those teaching in Adult Career Pathway Programs. Using LaGuardia Community College’s evidence-based Bridge to College and Careers Program as a model, this workshop introduces educators to contextualized curriculum and program design strategies that develop adult learners’ academic competencies in preparation for the high school equivalency exams and postsecondary education. For more information about LaGuardia Community College‘s College & Career Pathways Institute (CCPI), visit www.lagcc.cuny.edu/ccpi/.

Description

This is a unique professional development opportunity led by LaGuardia Community College expert faculty and trainers from the College & Career Pathways Institute (CCPI).

The core of this training is the 4 hour workshop (offered on 3 different dates and in 3 different locations). Workshop attendees who wish to receive further guidance and resources are invited to participate in the optional Virtual Community of Practice, ongoing through April. Those who wish to develop a sample lesson for feedback and coaching from the trainers may also participate in a 1-hour phone coaching session.

Workshop participants who participate in the optional Virtual Community of Practice, coaching call, and webinars and meet requirements for completion are eligible for 10 Professional Development Points (PDP).

Whether or not you are ready to register for a workshop session, we encourage you to attend the informational webinar on Wednesday, February 11, 3:30-4:30 pm. Register here for the webinar (only): http://calendar.sabes.org/event/108.

To register for this 4-hour workshop, go to register tab above for this event.

Presenter(s) / Facilitator(s)
Date
03/26/2015 - 9:00 am to 03/26/2015 - 1:00 pm
Location

Picknelly Adult and Family Education Center
206 Maple Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
United States

PD Center
SABES Program Support PD Center - Career Pathways
Topic Area
Education and Career Planning
ESOL/English Learners
High School Equivalency (HiSET/GED)
PDP Eligible
Yes
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