June 2007

June 1, 2007: Teaching the Adult Learner will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Seminar A. Houston 77002. Presenter is Jeff Mohamed. This interactive PD session will provide teachers with opportunities to enhance their knowledge of the characteristics of the adult learner, learning styles and their implication for teaching, and active learning techniques. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800093, registration number 46068 and section number CY 554. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 1-2, 2007: ESL Academy: Teaching with Technology Session 2:This institute will demonstrate how pictures, story boards, and PowerPoint® presentations can be used to engage students and promote active learning. Participants learn how to use visual materials effectively in teaching and how to engage students in creating their own projects. Session 2 will be held on Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Socorro Community Learning Center, 313 S. Rio Vista Rd., El Paso, TX. Map to SCLC. NOTE: This is the second of three workshops, remaining session will be June 22-23. Participation in all three sessions and completion of a follow-up activity is required in order to qualify for the stipend available. Limited to 20 participants.Please email us or call 915-937-1725 if you have any questions.

June 2, 2007: BEST Pluswill be held from 9:00am – 4:00pm at Literacy Council of Tyler, Tyler Junior College, 1530 SSW Loop 323, Room 127 in Tyler. For more information, please contact Jim Ratliff at (936) 435-8330 or jratliff@esc6.net

June 2, 2007: BEST Plus Training will be held from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (1 hr for lunch) at Region 14 ESC Site, 4200 College Avenue, Snyder. Trainer is Barbara Shull. The training is open to the entire West region. For additional information, contact Mary Ann Juarez majuarez@snyder.esc14.net or 325-574-6012. You must register to attend. West Registration Form.

June 2, 2007: Getting and Keeping a Job will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Harris County Department of Education, Irvington Learning Center, 626 Lindale, Houston 77022. Presenter is Doris Larry. This PD session will provide adult education teachers with an interactive training to develop lessons that emphasize ways to analyze compatibility of personal skills to job descriptions, write resumes, and fill out applications. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800070, registration number 48885, and section number CY 560. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 4, 2007: ESL FOR EVERYDAY TEACHING: Powerful Strategies and Activities that Make a Difference – Are you desperate for practical ideas that work in the ESL classroom? Are you looking for strategies to get your students speaking English? Please join us at the Head Start Multipurpose Center, 11670 Chito Samaniego, El Paso, in the room Verne Butler. The training will begin at 8:30 a.m. and continue to 12:00 p.m. The workshop will provide (among other benefits) new ideas, sample materials and demonstrations of successful lesson plans. Please email us or call 915-937-1725 if you have any questions. Register Online

June 5, 2007: TEAMS training will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. LB 12. Houston 77002. Presenter is Brenda Forest. This PD session provides basic TEAMS training to familiarize users with the procedure for accessing the Texas Educating Adults Management System, entering and editing data, and printing reports for the analysis of data. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800071, registration number 49102, and section number CY 561. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 6-9, 2007: Adult Education Research Conference (AERC) 2007 will meet at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, in conjunction with the Canadian Association for the Study of Adult Education (CASAE). For more information, visit the AERC conference website.

June 7 , 2007: Even Start 2007-2008 eGrants applications due. See the TEA Discretionary Grants website. Deadline 5 P.M.

June 8, 2007: Brain Research Institute will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Cy-Fair College, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, TECH 102 & 101, Cypress, Houston 77433. Presenter is Dr. Janet Zadina. In this lively presentation, peppered with humor, music, and audience participation, Dr. Janet Zadina engages and empowers educators. Through Power Point illustrations technical material is presented in an understandable and entertaining style. The purpose of this presentation is to empower educators by providing them with 1) a basic understanding of brain and language processes and terminology so that they can understand and evaluate recent brain research on learning, 2) a brief review of scientific literature on second language research, and 3) strategies for maximizing student motivation and learning based on this research. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800131, registration number 41294, and section number CY 551. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 9, 2007: ESL Academy: Listening and Speaking Session 3: This course presents ideas and activities to get students interacting in English even at the very beginning levels. Teachers will learn how to use pictures and drawings to stimulate conversations, create games to keep students talking, and develop simple role plays to teach every day English. Session 3 will be held on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Socorro Community Learning Center, 313 S. Rio Vista Rd., El Paso. Map to SCLC. NOTE: This is the last of three workshops. Participation in all three sessions and completion of a follow-up activity is required in order to qualify for the stipend available. Limited to 20 participants. Please email us or call 915-937-1725 if you have any questions.

June 9, 2007: Graphic Organizers training will be held from 8:30am to 3:30pm. The location is TBA. The instructor will be Dr. Toni Steifer. South Registration Form. For additional information, please call Jennifer Unterbrink @ 361-593-2755 or email: kajhu00@tamuk.edu.

June 12, 2007: BEST Plus Training will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Lab BD 12, Houston 77002. Presenter is Judy Bowman. The participants will study the rationale for the BEST Plus test and acquire sufficient mastery of the BEST Plus test to perform duties of a tester in administering, scoring, and interpreting the scores. NOTE: Participants are required to have a TAG manual. No one will be allowed to attend the session without a TAG manual. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800043, registration number 46506, and section number CY 558. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 12-13, 2007: A Technology Institute focusing on audio and video technology tools will be held 9 AM-4 PM both days at the Kyle Learning Center, 21393 North IH-35, Kyle, Texas 78640. Map to 21393 North IH-35. Three sessions will be offered and you do NOT have to attend all sessions; however, the sessions will build on each other to give you a chance to use your new skills. If you have questions about any of these sessions, please contact Denise Guckert at dg21@txstate.edu, 512-245-9624, or toll free 1-877-798-5522. You must register to attend. Central registration form.

June 12, 9 AM - 12 PM: CE GRT Using Audacity for Media Creation. This session is a hands-on introduction to Audacity, a free software tool for creation, editing, and conversion of audio files. This is a 3 hour session. If you plan to attend the afternoon session, you may eat lunch at a nearby restaurant. Or, if you prefer to bring a lunch, a refrigerator, microwave and sink are available.

June 12, 1 PM - 4 PM: CE GRT Introduction to PhotoStory 3. This session is a hands-on introduction to Photostory 3, a free software tool for creating digital slideshows with multi-media capability. To make the hands-on practice more meaningful, you are encouraged to bring with you in digital format (on a flash drive or CD) a group of photos and/or a PowerPoint presentation you have created. (3 hours).

June 13, 9 AM - 4 PM: CE GRT Creating Video with Windows Movie Maker. This session is a hands-on introduction to Windows Movie Maker, a free software tool for creation and editing of video. You are welcome to bring previously recorded video in digital format (on a flash drive or CD) to use during the hands-on practice. This is a 6 hour, all day session with an hour break for lunch. You may eat at a nearby restaurant, or, if you prefer to bring a lunch, a refrigerator, microwave and sink are available.

June 13, 2007: BEST Plus Refresher. This training is targeted to individuals who have been trained as BEST Plus Administrators. A new Refresher booklet will be provided. The training will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Socorro Community Learning Center on 313 S. Rio Vista Rd., El Paso, TX 79927. Limited to 30 participants.Laptops will not be required at the training.Please email us or call 915-937-1725 if you have any questions. Register Online now!

June 14-16, 2007: The 2007 Conference for International and Literacy Ministries will be hosted in Waco by Baylor University's Center for Literacy. For more information, contact the Center 254-710-3854 or Centerforliteracy@baylor.edu.

June 15, 2007: Learning Disabilities in the Adult Education Classroom – Reading and Making Math Fun and Painless! This training will discuss and provide hands-on Reading and Math strategies for adults with learning difficulties. The training will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. at San Jacinto Adult Learning Center located at 1216 Olive St., El Paso 79901. Availability is limited. Contact the Far West GREAT Center if you have any questions or call (915) 937-1725. Register Online now!

June 15, 2007: BEST Plus - Test Administrator Training - This training is targeted to new administrators of the BEST Plus test. The training will be held from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Ysleta Community Learning Center on 121 Padres Dr., El Paso, TX 79907 in the Computer Lab.Limited to 20 participants.Based on the number of registrations received, there may be a maximum limit implemented for each program. Registrants will not be required to bring their own laptop to the training. Please email farwestg@farwestgreat.org if you have any questions or call (915) 937-1725. Register Online now!

June 18, 2007: BEST Plus Training will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Region 5 ESC, 302 S. Wheeler, Jasper, Texas 75951. Presenter is Judy Bowman. The participants will study the rationale for the BEST Plus test and acquire sufficient mastery of the BEST Plus test to perform duties of a tester in administering, scoring, and interpreting the scores. NOTE: Participants are required to have a TAG manual. No one will be allowed to attend the session without a TAG manual. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800043, registration number 49742, and section number CY 562. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 19, 2007: BEST Plus Scoring Refresher Toolkit will be held from 8:00 a.m. to Noon at Region 5 ESC, 302 S. Wheeler, Jasper, Texas 75951. Presenter is Judy Bowman. This training is designed to recalibrate certified BEST Plus test administrators. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses regarding administration and accurate scoring of the BEST Plus. Participants will practice using the scoring rubric to provide justification for scoring each of the three language aspects. After practice, participants will complete a BEST Plus scoring calibration assessment. Each participant must bring his/her own TAG (Test Administrator’s Guide) and their own Scoring Refresher Workbook. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800128, registration number 49745, and section number CY 563. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 18-20, 2007: Lexile National Reading Conference will be held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. For more information or to register, see the Lexile Conference website.

June 19, 2007: Keeping Students Learning, Safe and Active. This live Webcast from the U.S. Department of Education's series, "Education News Parents Can Use" will be held from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Central Time. To register, visit the event website or call 1-800-USA-LEARN.

June 20, 2007: Ready to Work: An Overview of Work Readiness Certificates: Want to prepare your students for the working environment? Are you looking for something that will help get your students noticed by employers? Join us for this overview of work certificates that can help prepare your students for entry-level employment. This overview will discuss the most common certificates and credentials that are currently offered around the nation. The session targets Program Administrators, Directors and decision makers interested in enhancing their existing programs with employment readiness skills for their students. This workshop will be held at 6611 Boeing, El Paso, Texas, in the Classroom from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please email farwestg@farwestgreat.org if you have any questions or call (915) 937-1725. Register Online now!

June 21, 2007: Even Start Coordinators Web Conference. This first of a series of quarterly Web Conferences will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m Central Time on the theme of Operation Procedures for Infant & Toddler Classrooms. For more information, contact Texas LEARNS.

June 22, 2007: Cross-Cultural Communication Toolkit will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Seminar A. Houston 77002. Presenter is Dr. Carol Archer. This PD presents information and activities about communicating beyond culture in interpersonal relationships. It offers information about moving beyond cultural differences, or “culture bumps,” to enhance personal relationships, especially in the adult education classroom. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800081, registration number 46072, and section number CY 555. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 22-23, 2007: ESL Academy: Teaching with Technology Session 3: This institute will demonstrate how pictures, story boards, and PowerPoint® presentations can be used to engage students and promote active learning. Participants learn how to use visual materials effectively in teaching and how to engage students in creating their own projects. Session 3 will be held on Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Socorro Community Learning Center, 313 S. Rio Vista Rd., El Paso. Map to SCLC. NOTE: This is the last of three workshops. Participation in all three sessions and completion of a follow-up activity is required in order to qualify for the stipend available. Limited to 20 participants.Please email us or call 915-937-1725 if you have any questions.

June 23, 2007: BEST Plus Scoring Refresher Toolkit will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Seminar C, Houston 77002. Presenter is Judy Bowman. This training is designed to recalibrate certified BEST Plus test administrators. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses regarding administration and accurate scoring of the BEST Plus. Participants will practice using the scoring rubric to provide justification for scoring each of the three language aspects. After practice, participants will complete a BEST Plus scoring calibration assessment. Each participant must bring his/her own TAG (Test Administrator’s Guide) and their own Scoring Refresher Workbook. NOTE: SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

June 23, 2007:  IPQ’s and Lesson Plans will be held from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Pharr Workforce Development Center, 1100 E. Highway 83, Pharr 78577.  The instructor will be Louise Reagan. South Registration Form. For additional information, please call Jennifer Unterbrink @ 361-593-2755 or email: kajhu00@tamuk.edu.

June 23, 2007: South Central Professional Development Day-Last Chance (San Antonio) will be held at Education Service Center, Region 20-Conference Center, San Antonio. All Session information (including address of location). Registration is available through iLearning. If you encounter difficulties registering on line, please contact Central Registration by e-mail registration@esc20.net or by calling (210) 370-5671 or 370-5247.

June 23, 2007: Newspapers in the Classroom will be held from 10:00 a.m. to Noon, at the Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Seminar A. Houston 77002. Presenter is Margaret Flint. Training provides participants with creative methodology for use of newspapers in the GED classroom. Participants will develop a story bank and a picture bank. They will leave with a lesson format and a completed activity with the newspapers for use in the classroom. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800031, registration number 46075, and section number CY 556. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 23, 2007: South Central Professional Development Day-Last Chance (San Antonio) will be held at Education Service Center, Region 20-Conference Center, San Antonio. All Session information (including address of location). Registration is available through iLearning. If you encounter difficulties registering on line, please contact Central Registration by e-mail registration@esc20.net or by calling (210) 370-5671 or 370-5247.

June 24-26, 2007: Texas...Reaching New Standards. The Texas Adult Education Standards and Benchmarks will be unveiled at this statewide conference to be held at the Austin Convention Center. Target audience is adult education teachers and program directors, and state leadership project staff. Registration begins at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, followed by a Welcoming Reception from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Conference events will be held from 8:00 to 5:00 p.m. on June 25 and 26. For more information, see the Standards Project website.

June 26-28, 2007: CASAS National Summer Institute will be held in San Diego, California's Mission Valley. The 27th annual conference will address key issues in developing and implementing accountability, assessment, and program evaluation systems linked to national and state program, content, and performance standards in adult and workforce education. For more information or to register, visit the event Web site or call 800-255-1036.

June 28, 2007: Project GREAT 2007-2008 eGrants applications due. See the TEA Discretionary Grants website.

June 29, 2007: Using Newspaper Ads to Teach Adults Math will be held from 9:00 a.m. to Noon, at the Houston Community College, 3100 Main St. Seminar A. Houston 77002. Presenter is Doris Larry. Teachers will use newspaper ads to create math lessons and activities for situations that adult learners encounter in all aspects of their lives—grocery shopping, budgeting, shopping for clothes and household items, shopping for cars, using coupons, shopping for their children’s school supplies and clothes, etc. Using actual newspaper resources instead of just problems from a text add a reality dimension to the math class and will increase student interest and motivation. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800047, registration number 46077, and section number CY 557. Coastal Registration form. For additional information, please email: CoastalCF@nhmccd.edu

June 30, 2007: Professional Development Planning Workshop will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Cy-Fair College, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Tech 102 and Tech 104 B, Cypress, Texas 77433. Presenter is Brenda Dunlap. This 6-hour workshop will provide participants with an introduction to the Texas Adult Education Credential. Please use these numbers to register: CABEA 6800027, registration number 50148, and section number CY564. SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED.