Overview

Do you want to extend your program’s services to reach more learners in your community? Are you considering adding distance or blended learning classes, but not sure what they really are? Wondering what considerations are important to think about? Would you like to know more about what curricula, student supports, and professional development are available to support you? Join this webinar for answers to these questions and more. You'll come away with ideas as you plan your program design for next year.

These webinars are modeled after the effective Tech 'n Tell series developed by our IDEAL partners and colleagues at TCALL at Texas A & M University that provides professional development for the Texas adult education system. We are grateful for their collaborative spirit and sharing of best practices.

 

    Audience

    This professional development activity/course is designed for:

  • Program directors and staff interested in bringing distance or blended learning to their programs
Description

This webinar will cover what distance and blended learning are (and how they differ from technology integration). You will learn ways that programs have incorporated them to increase access and accelerate outcomes for learners in their communities. We will explain the two options ACLS funds, and the supports that are available for programs, staff, and students. 

The webinar will be 1.5 hours, with the last half hour for Q&A.

 **Please note: We want to know your questions so we can address as many of them as possible during the webinar. Please use the following link to share your questions: https://padlet.com/dianarsatin/dlquestions.

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:

  • Describe distance and blended learning and explain how they can benefit your students
  • Explain the two program options available through ACLS
  • Name supports available to programs, staff, and students
Presenter(s) / Facilitator(s)
Date
05/08/2019 - 10:00 am to 05/08/2019 - 11:30 am
Location

Webinar
United States

PD Center
SABES Program Support PD Center - Digital Literacy
Topic Area
Digital Literacy