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Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 2:00 - 3:45 PM
Session Number: 1
ABLE Success Stories..................................................................... Aztec
Moderator: Sherry Royce
What the workshop is about: Please join the Outstanding ABLE students in this session as they share their stories of success.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 2:00 - 3:45 PM
Session Number: 2
Higher Ed Success Stories.............................................................. Cocoa 6
Moderator: Mary Hohensee
What the workshop is about: The students chosen to be “Outstanding Adult Students in Pennsylvania” share their stories about how they came to receive this recognition.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 2:00 - 3:45 PM
Session Number: 3
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Changing the Face of Adult Education Legislation and Advocacy......................... Crystal A
Presenter(s): Noreen Lopez
What the workshop is about: Utilizing presentation and discussion, this session will provide an overview of probable congressional action for reauthorizations and appropriations for adult education and literacy in the current federal legislative session. The presentation will also include some tips on effective advocacy techniques.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 4
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
New Administrators Workshop............................................................ Cocoa 2
Presenter(s): Charles H. Holbrook, Diane Inverso
What the workshop is about: This workshop is for new administrators of ABLE-funded agencies who have been on the job less than one year. This is an overview of the Bureau of ABLE and its role as the distributor of state and federal adult education funds. This workshop is similar to the September 8, 2004 workshop held at PDE.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 5
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Designing Visuals on the Computer...................................................... Cocoa 3
Presenter(s): Margaret T. Giordano, Barbara K. Tyndall
What the workshop is about: This workshop explains some special features of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Word activities include creating tables and using shapes to draw designs. The use of the Chart Wizard to create various graphs is explored. Also examined are easy-to-understand instructions on how to use formulas in an Excel spreadsheet. Handouts will be available to participants.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 6
Interest Groups: Professional Development
Writing for the PAACE Journal of Lifelong Learning..................................... Cocoa 4
Presenter(s): Gary J. Dean, Trenton R. Ferro
What the workshop is about: An interactive session presented by the editors of the PAACE Journal. Topics covered will include an explanationof the mission of the journal, editorial guidelines and processes used to review manuscripts. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss ideas for potential manuscript submission.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 7
Corrections Education Division Meeting................................................. Cocoa 6
Moderator: Rob Bender
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 8
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Family Literacy
Tutors of Literacy in the Commonwealth Division Meeting............................... Crystal A
Moderator: Sue Snider, Amy Wilson
What the workshop is about: Tutors of Literacy in the Commonwealth supports programs that recruit, train, and manage volunteers. The division meeting is for all practitioners interested in developing their expertise working with volunteers. This interactive sessions allows for networking, gathering information, and learning from best practices.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 9
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language
What Do Learning Gains Mean?........................................................ Empire A
Presenter(s): William F. Murphy
What the workshop is about: ABLE has been collecting pre- and post-test data for a number of years. The conditions under which the tests are conducted and data recorded are highly variable and indicate a number of problems with aggregating results for programs and the state. Issues with pre- and post-testing will be explored.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 10
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Partnering to Promote Family and Health Literacy in the Community..................... Empire B
Presenter(s): Dr. Christopher M. Coro
What the workshop is about: Participants in this workshop will learn how adult and family literacy providers partnered with community agencies to improve the capacity of their community to meet family and health literacy needs.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 11
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language -
Interactive Multilevel Activities..................................................... Empire C
Presenter(s): Liz Savitsky
What the workshop is about: In this session, we will explore an increasingly common situation in the ESL field- the multilevel classroom. Participants will become familiar with cooperative learning theory as they experience practical activities, which will enable them to increase their repertoire of activities suitable for classrooms of mixed ability levels. This session is beneficial for all ESL classroom teachers.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 12
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Educating Your Elected Officials: A Political Advocacy Workshop....................... Empire D
Presenter(s): John Weidman
What the workshop is about: Important debates about adult education policy and funding are happening right now among government officials. This advocacy workshop will provide you with all the necessary tools to contact your elected officials and have a positive impact on these critical decisions.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 13
Interest Groups: Family Literacy -
From Lullabies and Lapsongs to Literacy............................................. Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Hedda Sharapan
What the workshop is about: What a great way to learn about language, print, and writing – through the warmth of lullabies, the fun of lap songs, the charm of Eric Carle and his illustrations, the delightful music of Ella Jenkins – and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood! Come join us for this fun and practical workshop from Family Communications (the producers of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood). You’ll find a sound child development approach to the three areas of emergent literacy: language, print, and writing.
You’ll have a chance to get to know Eric Carle as he visits with Mister Rogers…
and you’ll come away with lots of everyday ways to foster emergent literacy with the children in your care.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 14
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - English as a Second Language
At Your Service: Teaching Hotel English............................................. Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Judy Bennison, Mary Kovalchick
What the workshop is about: Judy and Mary will share their approach to the design and implementation of a workplace ESL program at an international hotel chain. They will discuss using workplace-specific language and materials for assessment/instruction. Participants will leave with samples and new ideas.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 15
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
Managing Paperwork Is Not Just About Paper Anymore.................................. Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Teresa Marks, Janice Silfies, Dyane Miller
What the workshop is about: Do you want to learn some tools to help tame your paperwork nightmares? Then, plan to attend this hands-on workshop which will highlight computerized management systems that use Microsoft Access and Excel software to administer student, staff, and program information.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 16
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Leadership for Everyone............................................................. Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Trish Link, Rose Gioia-Fine
What the workshop is about: The research on exemplary leadership clearly shows a set of distinct practices that can be learned. This workshop will examine the Five Exemplary Best Practices in Leadership based upon the work done by James Kouzes and Barry Posner.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 17
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Adult Literacy ABLE Administrators
How to Write Successful Grant Proposals............................................ Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Dr. Jamie Barron
What the workshop is about: The most financially secure programs are ones that secure funds from alternate sources to augment their core funding. This workshop will provide tips and strategies to consider when writing grant proposals from a variety of funders.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Afternoon 4:00 - 5:15 PM
Session Number: 18
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language
Learning How to Learn is a Skill People Need....................................... Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Dr. Norman Simmons, Minna Dubin
What the workshop is about: Participants will interact using activities that invite adult learners (ABE, GED, and ESL) to name how they learn best and which ways of teaching suit them best. The presenters will share how this motivated students and shaped their own teaching strategies.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 6:15 - 9:00 PM
Session Number: 19
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language ABLE Administrators
ABLE Administrator Update and Networking Session......................................... Aztec
Moderator: Carol Shefrin
What the workshop is about: This session is for ABLE administrators. It will provide the opportunity to hear information relevant to ABLE programs and to network with peers.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Session Number: 20
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Using Newspapers and Magazines to Help Adults Improve Reading and Math Skills.............................................................................. Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Richard Cooper, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: This presentation will demonstrate activities that can be used with newspapers and magazines to help adults improve reading and math skills. The presenter will describe how low and intermediate literacy students can increase their vocabulary, reading, grammar, and math skills with inexpensive materials.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Session Number: 21
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Supporting Math Literacy through Hands-On Activities............................... Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Colleen Serencsits
What the workshop is about: This workshop will discuss the importance of math literacy and its development through hands-on activities in varying math topics and levels. Some hands-on activities will be demonstrated, some will be practiced, and suggestions for others will be provided.
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 7:00 - 8:45 PM
Session Number: 22
ABSE Division Ice-Cream Social........................................................ Crystal 1
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 7:00 - 8:45 PM
Session Number: 23
ESL Division Ice-Cream Social......................................................... Empire C
Day and Time -- Wednesday Evening 7:00 - 8:45 PM
Session Number: 24
Workforce Division Ice-Cream Social................................................... Empire D
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 7:30 - 8:45 AM
Session Number: 25
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language
ABLE Training Project Trainers' Networking Breakfast.................................. Crystal A
Moderator: Destiny Myers
What the workshop is about: This ABLE Training Project will be for trainers to discuss training issues and to share ideas on how the training project can support their needs. Breakfast will be 7:30-8:00, with the session ending at 8:45.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 7:30 - 8:45 AM
Session Number: 26
PAACE Board Meeting.................................................................... Tower 1
Moderator: Mary Kay Peterson
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Session Number: 27
Keynote Address.......................................................................... Aztec
Presenter(s): William Draves
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 28
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Literacy
Software and Websites for Literacy-Level Learners...................................... Cocoa 2
Presenter(s): Arlene Cianelli
What the workshop is about: I am often asked to recommend good software for learners who are reading at literacy level. This workshop will highlight some academic and assistive/adaptive applications, as well as educational websites, to enhance instruction for beginning and low-intermediate readers.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 29
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Virtually Learning at Verizon Literacy University...................................... Cocoa 3
Presenter(s): Susan Mansuetti
What the workshop is about: Are budget cuts taking a bite out of your professional development funds? Are your tutors looking for more training, but need to learn during unconventional hours? This workshop will introduce you to the classes offered by Verizon Literacy University. VLU offers FREE online courses in a variety of topics. Work at your own pace, on your own computer!
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 30
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Should You Be A Profiler? Research-based Strategies for Assessing, Motivating, and Instructing Adult Readers.............................................. Cocoa 4
Presenter(s): Lori Forlizzi
What the workshop is about: Reading research has provided a wealth of materials on critical components of the reading process, assessment strategies, reading profiles, motivational strategies, and instructional strategies. Learn about the research and techniques and how you can implement them with your adult students.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 31
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Foundation Skills Framework Resources: The WES Crosswalk............................... Cocoa 6
Presenter(s): KayLynn Hamilton
What the workshop is about: Just as the face of adult education is undergoing changes, practitioners search for innovative ways to incorporate work-based basic skills into their instruction. They may find challenges relating the skills to the goals of their adult learners. This workshop will provide information on incorporating distance education into work-related instruction.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 32
Interest Groups: All
“The Changing Face of Adult Learners”................................................. Crystal A
Presenter(s): William Draves – Keynote Speaker
What the workshop is about: New, advanced and practical approaches to teaching adults and helping adults learn.
The new environment for adult learning requires a different kind of teacher. Discover the D-I-V-E approach to teaching adults, how to energize the learning environment, use the Internet to enhance your course, and foster group discussion.
Then take home our Top Ten list of advanced, how-to techniques for making your teaching of adults even more successful.
Topics include:
* Discovering your participants
* Involving your participants
* Varying your teaching techniques
* Energizing your learning environment
* Using the Internet
* Fostering group discussion Summary: Top Ten new, advanced how-to techniques
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 33
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - ABLE Administrators
How to Use Data Tracking to Meet and Exceed the Family Literacy Standards............................................................................. Empire A
Presenter(s): Lauren B Haag, Shannon Palma
What the workshop is about: This workshop will demonstrate an effective data-tracking system. Program participants will learn how to develop a personalized Excel document that can be used to organize program data, produce monthly status reports, verify reports from e-Data, and much more.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 34
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
The Changing Face of Health Literacy: Using Adult Education to Teach Health Literacy....................................................................... Empire B
Presenter(s): Emily Wolfe, Destiny Myers
What the workshop is about: This workshop will help practitioners learn ways to incorporate health literacy activities into adult education lessons. Participants will learn more about health literacy and strategies for creating materials, and will develop health literacy activities to use with their students.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 35
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Family Literacy
Essential "Small Talk" and Other Effective Classroom Routines for ESL................. Empire C
Presenter(s): Susan Finn Miller
What the workshop is about: This workshop will demonstrate several effective routines for beginning ESL. The "Small Talk" routine involves the instructor asking authentic questions and learners responding in writing. Other routines include using the newspaper, dialogue journals, and vocabulary logs.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 36
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Adult Literacy
What I Learned About Teaching Reading from K-12 Teachers.............................. Empire D
Presenter(s): Judy Sides
What the workshop is about: This workshop will focus on a variety of strategies and techniques that are used by K-12 teachers to promote literacy acquisition. The presenter will demonstrate such tools as graphic organizers, which help learners to increase comprehension of a text.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 37
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Family Literacy
PA WIN and Turkey Hill Dairy: A Case Study.......................................... Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Cheryl Hiester, Pattie Strayer
What the workshop is about: This workshop will provide an overview of how Turkey Hill Dairy used PA WIN funding to implement a comprehensive workplace learning initiative. Turkey Hill had several training needs, including ESL and communication skills. The company creatively addressed these needs by offering a variety of learning experiences to its workforce.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 38
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Family Literacy
Put Away those Books – Let’s Have Some Fun!......................................... Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Christina Davis, Kathleen Davies, Marilyn Lydic
What the workshop is about: Sure we need to use books … but not all of the time. Learn about and participate in some of the activities we use in our classrooms to stimulate and motivate our learners. Wake up your learners and make your classroom come alive!
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 39
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Straight Talk on Distance Learning.................................................. Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Sara Brennen
What the workshop is about: Learn what it’s like to teach at a distance from the people who know it best. A panel of experienced distance teachers will discuss their successes and challenges with distance learning in an honest and open panel discussion. In addition to the moderated discussion, participants can ask their own questions. Based on a popular session offered at the 2004 PAACE conference.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 40
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Family Literacy
Administrator Follow-up Discussion Session.......................................... Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Diane C. Inverso, Charles H. Holbrook
What the workshop is about: This session is an opportunity for administrators to ask questions and discuss some of aspects of their work as a PDE Administrator. What are some of the burning issues an administrator is faced with? Who has ideas and strategies for what works in agencies? What would an experienced administrator share with a new administrator and vice versa?
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 41
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Recruitment and Retention of Adult Learners: Helping the Adult Learner Make Important Educational Decisions................................................... Tower 1
Presenter(s): Mark J. Labbett
What the workshop is about: The recruiter/counselor/advisor role is of great importance in the adult education process. This presentation addresses the issues and concerns of the adult learner. Learn how they decide, why they stay, and how you can help them reach their goals.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 42
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - English as a Second Language
Real Achievement: Software Solutions for Adult Learners............................ Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Alan Stern
What the workshop is about: This presentation focuses on software that develops and enhances literacy, communication, and life skills for adult learners. Software will be demonstrated for basic literacy, ABE/GED, ESL, and workplace readiness. Internet activities that integrate with the software will also be demonstrated.
Day and Time -- Thursday Morning 10:15 - 11:30 AM
Session Number: 43
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Workforce Development
Education Plus: A Collaboration Between Supported Education and Employment......................................................................... Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Arlene Solomon, Sue Edwards
What the workshop is about: Education Plus is a supported education program working in collaboration with Horizon House's College Bound and Supported Employment Programs to provide assistance to adults with psychiatric disabilities as they attend college in preparation for a career. This presentation will describe how the program was developed, how the services are being delivered, how relationships were formed with colleges, and what outcomes have been achieved.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 12:00 - 1:45
Session Number: 44
PAACE Annual Meeting and Luncheon...................................................... Nigerian
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 45
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Mining the Treasures of ABLE on the Web................................................ Cocoa 2
Presenter(s): Tana Reiff, Raiana Mearns
What the workshop is about: Can you find the ABLE information or document you’re looking for? Start at ABLEsite, paadulted.org, the official Web site of the Bureau of ABLE. You may already depend on this frequently updated site. Or these helpful resources may be new to you. Either way, join in an interactive scavenger hunt to explore the site’s changing structure and content. We’re betting you’ll make some new discoveries. Come see what’s new and give your feedback.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 46
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Technology
Helping Dislocated Workers Prepare for the Global Workplace............................ Cocoa 3
Presenter(s): Kenneth H Westgate
What the workshop is about: Workshop will present information on a series of 10 WEBQUEST-type workshops intended to help dislocated workers better understand the global workplace and gain a broader understanding of the world we live and work in today.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 47
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Family Literacy
Best Practices in ESL/Civics........................................................... Cocoa 4
Presenter(s): Martin E. Senger, E. Cathie Whitmire
What the workshop is about: Are you a civics instructor? Are you looking for new and interesting ways to teach civics? Come and observe best practices used in our program at the Greater Erie Community Action Committee in Erie. Share your ideas in our open forum too!
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 48
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Corrections Education
Using GED Connection with GED and Pre-GED Learners..................................... Cocoa 6
Presenter(s): Noreen Lopez
What the workshop is about: Many programs already utilize the GED Connection (GEDC) videos with GED learners. This session will demonstrate how to effectively use these same videos in Pre-GED classes or with learners of mixed levels in one classroom.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 49
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Science without the Lab: Activities for All Student Levels............................ Crystal A
Presenter(s): Destiny Myers, Peggi Kelley, Libby Wilson
What the workshop is about: This presentation provides practical ideas for building students' scientific understanding. The new GED Science module will be introduced. Then practitioners will explore cross-curriculum, hand-on activities that help students understand how science affects us everyday through the weather, environment, and health.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 50
Interest Groups: Research - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
The Wonderful World of Grant Writing.................................................. Empire A
Presenter(s): Michele A. Norwood
What the workshop is about: This session will explore the basic skills needed to develop a grant proposal for external funding of a program or event. Participants will review proposal guidelines for tips and pitfalls; compose sample goals and objectives; and discuss relevant costs and justification of budget items.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 51
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Southwest Pennsylvania Health Literacy Consortium: Three Adult Basic Education Programs Working Together................................................... Empire B
Presenter(s): Rachel Zilcosky, Sue Conrady, Tami Ozegovich, Dorie Alger
What the workshop is about: This year, Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield awarded a health literacy grant to three Southwest PA programs. Community Action Southwest, Intermediate Unit One, and Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette developed a comprehensive health literacy project. This presentation will provide the background on the project and also share the successes.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 52
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education -
Retention Strategies and Assessment of the Adult Student.............................. Empire C
Presenter(s): Jack Truschel
What the workshop is about: Improving student retention has become a mantra in higher education. Most colleges and universities see increasing retention as necessary to reduce costs and appease a multitude of constituency groups. This presentation will focus on retention strategies used for the adult student.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 53
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Workforce Development
A Generation Later: Challenges and Options Regarding Accelerated Programs for Adult Learners........................................................... Empire D
Presenter(s): Coralyn McCauley, Ph.D., Judith B. Trosell, Kathleen Chrisman, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: Multiple challenges confront accelerated programs. Who is eligible for them? What factors affect student success and retention? What issues face faculty, academic advisors, and administrators? What is the future of accelerated programs? The panel will share Carlow University’s experiences and lead a discussion with participants.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 54
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Continuing Higher Education
Implementing an Adult Literacy Tutoring Program into the College Curriculum.......................................................................... Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Jessica James, Eli Goldblatt
What the workshop is about: This workshop will focus on how the two presenters have implemented a service learning program that requires college students to tutor adult learners.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 55
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Please choose
Tools to Meet the Challenge of Change: ESL Best Practices........................... Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Kathy Mack
What the workshop is about: Are you an ESL teacher that loves adding new and innovative ideas to your class? Do you face the challenge of changing students and abilities? The ESL network of Northwestern Pennsylvania is a group of teachers who love sharing their ideas and tips with each other and now wants to share their ideas with you.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 56
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Research
Financial Aid for the Adult Student................................................. Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Michael R. Powell
What the workshop is about: Financial Aid for the Adult Student is designed to inform the student of ways to receive financial aid, and the different types of aid available to the adult/non-traditional student.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 57
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
APEX and ABLE Honor Roll Session.................................................... Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Sherry Royce
What the workshop is about: Following the PAACE luncheon, exemplary ABLE teachers, tutors, and former students will be recognized and honored. Meet the teachers, tutors, and former students supporting local ABLE programs. Their insights are both motivating and inspiring.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 58
CEA/PA Board Meeting................................................................... Tower 1
Moderator: Dr. Jan Orris, President, CEA/PA
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 59
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Meaningful Changes: You Make the Difference........................................ Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Emily Wolfe, Lori McMonigal
What the workshop is about: This session will address ways to make meaningful changes in adult-child interactions to increase learning opportunities. Through increased awareness and purposeful interactions, adults can enrich children’s language and emergent literacy development. Participants will gain information and ideas for program parents and themselves.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Early 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Session Number: 60
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Workforce Development
Lessons from a Workplace Skills Classroom.......................................... Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Emmett Baxendell, KayLynn Hamilton
What the workshop is about: This workshop will explore the reasons to develop and the structure of a Workplace Skills Classroom for adults who are below the adult secondary level. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the Foundation Skills Framework and will take part in a time management exercise used with students in the workplace skills classroom.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 61
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - English as a Second Language
Creating Marketing Materials With Publisher and Adobe Acrobat.......................... Cocoa 2
Presenter(s): Joseph Kloza
What the workshop is about: A great program will not convert into registrants unless your agency is able to produce enticing brochures and posters. Publisher is an easy way of creating quality marketing pieces easily printed in-house or converted into printer-friendly PDF files.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 62
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Integration of Technology into Adult Literacy Curriculum............................... Cocoa 3
Presenter(s): Karen L. Milheim
What the workshop is about: This workshop focuses on the importance of integrating technology into adult literacy curriculum. Teaching techniques focusing on reading, writing, and math, using Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, will be demonstrated and discussed.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 63
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Workforce Development
Partnerships Among Competitors......................................................... Cocoa 4
Presenter(s): Jan E. Orris, Susan Polick, Sharon Cloonan
What the workshop is about: How can competing colleges and universities join forces to attract adult students, cope with financial constraints, and provide quality programs? Eleven institutions have found the answer in a unique collaboration – the Regional Learning Alliance.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 64
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Workforce Development ABLE Administrators
Show Me The Money!..................................................................... Cocoa 6
Presenter(s): Michele A. Norwood
What the workshop is about: Do you find yourself looking for program money in all the wrong places? In this session we will identify funding resources for adult education programming. Federal, state, and private resources will be highlighted. Printed resources and electronic resources will be explored with adult educators in mind.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 65
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education -
Take Your Anti-Stress Tools To Work................................................... Crystal A
Presenter(s): Lainey Becker
What the workshop is about: As we go through our busy days and jump from one meeting to the next, we often ignore the messages that our bodies are trying to give to us which may result in pain or discomfort. During this active workshop, you will learn practical techniques such as stretching and yoga to improve the quality of your life.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 66
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
ESL Content Standards in Pennsylvania................................................. Empire A
Presenter(s): Raiana Mearns, Michael Westover
What the workshop is about: Raiana Mearns and Michael Westover of the Bureau of ABLE would like to meet with members of the ESL Division to update administrators and practitioners on Content Standards in PA and what to expect in the coming program year.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 67
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Causes of Learning Difficulties: An Intermediate-Level Review......................... Empire B
Presenter(s): Richard Gacka
What the workshop is about: Learning problems represent symptoms of cognitive, emotional, sensory, health, environmental, and other difficulties. This presentation will take a more in-depth look at many of those causal factors, and what instructors can do to address them.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 68
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Structuring Learning for the Unstructured............................................. Empire C
Presenter(s): Richard Cooper, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: Many adult students who have learning or attention problems manifest poor organizational skills and appear to lack structure. This presentation will provide participants with techniques to help adult learners who have problems with organization and structure.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 69
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
The Little Agency That Could.......................................................... Empire D
Presenter(s): Marcia S. Anderson
What the workshop is about: Family Choices began as a family literacy program in a church basement in 1998. It now has dedicated classrooms in Head Start and the city school district. This presentation relates a journey from tentative collaborator to valued partner.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 70
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Game Day: A New Idea For Adult Learning............................................. Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Victoria L. Wayman, Marilyn Talboys, Cindy Estell
What the workshop is about: A workshop in which participants will experience learning of basic math skills, geography, the parts of speech, and language-related skills through playing games. Ideas for the development of a Game Day Workshop that helps generate an interest in education among learners will be discussed.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 71
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
How to Submit a Successful Nomination for Success Stories or APEX................... Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Dr. Sherry Royce, Janice Wessell
What the workshop is about: A panel of Success Stories and APEX award recipients, successful sponsors, the project director, and a Bureau of ABLE staff member will discuss changes in APEX and Success Stories nominations and procedures for 2005. Participant questions and comments are invited.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 72
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
The Microsoft Access e-Data Template: A “How-to” Look at Data Analysis.............. Magnolia C
Presenter(s): James M. Yeager
What the workshop is about: This e-Data system session is designed for ABLE administrators and others interested in what data from the system can do for ABLE-funded programs. The session includes a complete “how-to” description on setting up and using the Microsoft Access e-Data template.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 73
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Workforce Development
Can "Leadership" Be Taught?......................................................... Magnolia D
Presenter(s): M. Sandie Turner, Ph.D., Kathleen Chrisman, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: Many educational programs specifically related to leadership are available. But can “leadership” actually be taught … and learned? What does “leadership” mean? Is it the same for everyone, everywhere? If not, what are the implications of the differences? And what can horses add to the conversation? That’s right, horses!
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 74
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Workforce Development
Teaching Writing in a Multisite Program................................................ Tower 1
Presenter(s): Jamie Preston, Marnie Whelan
What the workshop is about: Building an effective ABE/GED writing program can be a challenge for any literacy practitioner, but creating a high-quality writing program that meets the needs of different instructors at multiple sites must employ a variety of strategies.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 75
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language ABLE Administrators
Q-tips for Leadership.................................................................. Tower 2
Presenter(s): Tim Shenk, Beth Crosby
What the workshop is about: We want to provide a sound, yet flexible model for instructional leadership to respond to the fluid dynamics of adult education. The focus will be on listening carefully to teachers throughout the process of instructional observation, evaluation, and support.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 76
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Tricks of the Trade for Teaching Math.............................................. Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Susan Bowers
What the workshop is about: This workshop will provide each participant with a folder full of ideas for teaching math. Bulletin boards, manipulative games, and memory tricks are all included. In the changing face of adult education today, creative teaching is more important than ever. This workshop will provide many creative ways to teach math skills.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Session Number: 77
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
5 Steps to Managing Meaningful Portfolio Assessment................................ Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Dr. Christopher M. Coro
What the workshop is about: This session will show participants how to improve the quality of teaching and learning in ESL, ABE, and GED classes by implementing meaningful portfolio assessment—without adding paperwork!
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Session Number: 78
PAACE Past Presidents and New Member Reception........................................... Aztec
New and current members are invited to meet and chat with fellow “PAACErs” at this reception hosted by previous PAACE Presidents.
Day and Time -- Thursday Afternoon-Late 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Session Number: 79
PAACE Banquet.......................................................................... Nigerian
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 80
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy ABLE Administrators
Student Retention: Strategies and Successes............................................ Cocoa 1
Presenter(s): Kate Hyzer, Betty Johnson
What the workshop is about: Everyday students face many reasons to skip class. This workshop helps participants recognize, develop, and celebrate reasons to come and stay in class. We share low-/no-cost ideas to increase student retention by supporting students, teachers, classrooms, and agencies.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 81
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Adult Literacy
Understanding and Improving Behaviors in the Workplace................................. Cocoa 6
Presenter(s): Lorraine Bucklin, Joy Zamierowski
What the workshop is about: The purpose is to provide teachers with an informative, interactive session designed to help identify the root causes of performance problems among employees. Participants will learn some positive intervention techniques for preparing their students to succeed in the workplace.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 82
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
Data Collection for ProLiteracy Affiliates............................................ Crystal A
Presenter(s): James M. Yeager
What the workshop is about: This session is designed for ABLE administrators and others affiliated with ProLiteracy. The session includes a review of the setup and use of a custom database developed to track data for the ProLiteracy Annual Affiliate Report.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 83
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Corrections Education
English—No Problem! Language for Life................................................. Empire A
Presenter(s): Mary Mackay
What the workshop is about: English—No Problem!, a new ESL series from New Readers Press, offers a complete, integrated program for authentic language use through project- and task-based work. Through demonstration and discussion, participants will understand how theme-based units help students apply English and life skills and cultural knowledge to their roles as family and community members and workers.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 84
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Corrections Education
Helping Your Students with GED Test Taking............................................ Empire B
Presenter(s): Raiana Mearns
What the workshop is about: This session will describe some simple strategies that will help GED test-takers feel more comfortable on test day.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 85
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Please choose ABLE Administrators
Improving Programs Through Data Analysis and Planning Change.......................... Empire C
Presenter(s): Chuck Klinger
What the workshop is about: This session will focus on basic principles for working with data and implementing change, with a focus on using these principles for program improvement. Topics will include methods of data collection and analysis and important considerations in planning change for an organization.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 86
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - English as a Second Language
Creating Activities to Address Data Collected from Reading Profiles................... Empire D
Presenter(s): Jane R. Shore, Stephanie Korber, Kelly Bruce
What the workshop is about: This workshop will present information on reading needs identified in 200 adult learners in a national study. Presenters will outline ways these needs may be addressed in the classroom. Attendees will create activities to address needs in the workshop.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 87
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Research
Parent and Child Interactive Literacy: What types of activities occur in family literacy programs?........................................................... Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Elisabeth L. Grinder, Ph.D., Eunice N. Askov, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: Family literacy programs will learn about activities that occur during Interactive Literacy. Data were collected from Pennsylvania family literacy programs about the types of activities that occur with children from different age groups. Programs will learn how these activities relate to literacy.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 88
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - English as a Second Language
Change the Face of Play to Enhance Language Development............................. Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Miriam (Mimi) Aberg
What the workshop is about: Play allows children to develop language. When responsive interaction is used by parents or teachers in play, children's receptive and expressive language can be enhanced. In this session participants will view and discuss examples of responsive interaction in play.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 89
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Extending Mathematical Power to Adults through Proportional Reasoning............... Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Barbara Tyndall, Margaret Giordano
What the workshop is about: Hands-on activities using new, exciting materials that expand and make meaningful basic proportional reasoning concepts for adult learners will be presented. This workshop demonstrates how a combination of group work, class discussion, and individualized work can be used in the ABE/GED classroom.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 90
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Research
Building Collaboration that Work: The College of General Studies Partnership for Student Academic Success............................................ Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Sherry Miller Brown, Ph.D.
What the workshop is about: The purpose of this presentation is to outline the College of General Studies Partnership for Academic Success, which is a retention initiative in place at the University of Pittsburgh for nontraditional/adult students. This presentation will describe the partnership, explain the role of each partner and discuss the individual new initiatives that have been developed as a result of this collaborative effort.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 91
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Learning Differences Screening: Is it for Me?...................................... Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Rachel Zilcosky
What the workshop is about: The first step in the diagnostic process is called “screening,” a quick evaluation of the individual in a wide range of areas. The role of screening is to collect information that can guide instructional decisions. This session discusses the benefits of screening and provides samples of screening tools for ABLE programs.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Early 8:00 - 9:15 AM
Session Number: 92
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Family Literacy
The Importance of Culture in Adult ESL Instruction................................. Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Elaine Green
What the workshop is about: Adult ESL learners experience some degree of culture shock in their new land. As such, teachers should be encouraged to incorporate aspects of American culture within instruction. Suggestions for teaching about culture will be presented and developed in small groups.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 93
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
PA WIN: What the First Five Years Have Shown Us........................................ Cocoa 1
Presenter(s): Suzanne Webster, Lorraine Bucklin, Cherly Hiester
What the workshop is about: This workshop will examine the trends that have emerged during the first five years of the Pennsylvania Workforce Improvement Network (PA WIN) project, including training topics, industry clusters, learner gains and the foundation skills most frequently addressed.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 94
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Corrections Education
Academic Advising via Online Communication: Bearing the Facts While Avoiding Bear Traps.................................................................... Cocoa 6
Presenter(s): Rebecca S. Sterley
What the workshop is about: Experiencing the academic advisor pressure? Explore: 1) a faculty advisor resource website, 2) delineating and guarding electronic vs. in-person discussion realms, 3) the Need for Speed – Just Click IT to Me!, and 4) keeping ethically sound, legally safe (i.e. message receivers, deceivers, and interceptors).
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 95
Interest Groups: Corrections Education - Workforce Development
Making a Change, Losing the Résumé Gap................................................ Empire A
Presenter(s): Tabitha Morgan, George Ferguson
What the workshop is about: Gaps in a resume can give potential employers an excuse not to interview people. The goal of this workshop is to discuss ways to adapt the traditional résumé to meet the needs of ex-offenders. The group will explore new résumé options.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 96
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Adult Literacy
New Fire Safety Pilot Program Targets Low-Level and ESL Learners!..................... Empire B
Presenter(s): Elaine Green, Gesine Politz, Linda Church
What the workshop is about: CFL is one of seven pilot sites for a national fire safety literacy project. This workshop will tell the history and rationale of the project, show an eye-opening video, and report on progress and success.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 97
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Family Literacy
Discussion as a Way of Teaching....................................................... Empire C
Presenter(s): Dr. Christopher M. Coro
What the workshop is about: This session will help participants to more artfully use discussion as a teaching technique purposefully intended to develop critical thinking, writing, and/or speaking skills for adult learners in GED, ESL (intermediate/advanced), and/or EFF classrooms. Participants will explore hands-on applications of research-based theories and methods.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 98
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education -
Academic Program Review: Who? What? When? Where? How? Why?............................ Empire D
Presenter(s): Dr. Dolores Gioffre
What the workshop is about: What is academic program review? How does it come about? Who is responsible? What costs are involved? Why academic program review? Where and when does it take place? Answers to these and many other questions will be available at this interactive workshop. Come and see for yourself.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 99
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Please choose
Have A Passion for Storytelling..................................................... Magnolia A
Presenter(s): Rosalee Massie, Betty A. Ranck
What the workshop is about: You can become a riveting storyteller for anyone, anywhere, and at anytime -- from stories in the great outdoors, in the classroom, or in any home. Captivate your audience, whether they are infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or school age, on a shoestring budget.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 100
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
From Mixed to Homogeneous Groupings -- The Good, the Bad and the Ongoing Challenges: The Experience of District 1199C........................................ Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Lynette Hazelton, Carolyn Acker Ball, Jeanette Brooks
What the workshop is about: Two years ago District 1199C Training and Upgrading Fund restructured their ABE program and moved from mixed-class groupings and introduced levels thus creating more homogeneous groups of their adult literacy students. In this workshop we will explore the pros, the cons, and the challenges of this move.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 101
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - English as a Second Language ABLE Administrators
Best Practices: Programs Involving Students......................................... Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Sue Snider, Joanne Olejkowski, Jackie Willis
What the workshop is about: A panel of program practitioners will discuss the varied ways that students are involved in their programs, ranging from diversity training to tutor training to student support roles. You will have the opportunity to explore new ideas for your own program.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 102
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Continuing Higher Education
Building Workforce Teaching Force Through Mentoring................................. Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Kate Hyzer, Kourtney Gavin
What the workshop is about: This session will review the shift in thinking required to move from community classes to workforce training, as well as some tips and tricks to grow workforce training capacity.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 103
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Adult Literacy ABLE Administrators
Integrating Adult Literacy with Workforce Development.............................. Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): William R Schaffer
What the workshop is about: This session will demonstrate how Northampton Community College has enrolled workforce development students into adult literacy programs in order to provide a seamless, comprehensive delivery of services that will assist students in obtaining employment or advancing to post-secondary education.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Mid 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Session Number: 104
Interest Groups: English as a Second Language - Workforce Development
Welcome to America................................................................. Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Cathie Lammy
What the workshop is about: Encouraging non-English-speaking students to acquire such skills as vocabulary, writing, and pronunciation alone may not be enough to be successful, productive citizens. Therefore, we have developed a handbook that provides valuable basic information to new arrivals in America. The handbook was created with contributions from ESL tutors.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 105
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Practical Strategies and Learning Adaptations for Adults who Learn Differently............................................................................ Cocoa 1
Presenter(s): Bootsie Barbour
What the workshop is about: Are you interested in finding strategies and techniques to use with individuals with learning differences or attention disorders? This workshop will present strategies and practical ideas to use with adult students who have special learning needs.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 106
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Philadelphia's Adult Diploma Program: A Unique Approach in Adult Education............................................................................. Empire A
Presenter(s): Nicole B. Jackson, Jamie Maffit
What the workshop is about: This session will introduce participants to the Philadelphia Adult Diploma Program as an alternative to the GED. Participants will complete an activity.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 107
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Workforce Development
What Do You Believe About Teaching adults? Research and Implications for Practice.............................................................................. Empire B
Presenter(s): Edward W. Taylor
What the workshop is about: Research has shown that how and what teachers believe about teaching has a tremendous impact on their behavior in the classroom. This interactive session will share research findings and reflexive strategies and at the same time provide an opportunity for participants to explore their own beliefs about teaching adults.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 108
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Violence: How It Impacts Ability to Learn............................................. Empire C
Presenter(s): Drucie Weirauch
What the workshop is about: Violence has a significant impact on an adult's ability to learn. This session shares background on how to move beyond the taboo of domestic violence and offers strategies to teachers to help learners address their strengths and to create a safe place to learn.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 109
Interest Groups: Workforce Development - Research ABLE Administrators
Gotta Get a Gig: Education, Meaning, and Work in America.............................. Empire D
Presenter(s): Melissa Monti
What the workshop is about: For adult educators in employment settings, there are important implications in recognizing the meaning workers find in their jobs. Workplace educational program administrators and instructors will find this session beneficial to link the importance of workplace education to learner retention/impact.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 110
Interest Groups: Technology - Adult Basic and Secondary Education ABLE Administrators
The Ins and Outs of e-Data Reporting................................................ Magnolia A
Presenter(s): James M. Yeager
What the workshop is about: This e-Data system session is designed for ABLE Administrators and others interested in evaluating data using several different reporting tools. The session includes using the reporting features of the e-Data website and the e-Data templates provided to agencies by ABLE Net.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 111
Interest Groups: Continuing Higher Education - Research
The Role of Articulation in the Transfer Year Experience of Community College Students.................................................................... Magnolia B
Presenter(s): Dean Matthew Julian, EDD
What the workshop is about: "Transfer Shock" is a term used to describe the cultural and academic adjustments experienced by transfer students. The “Transfer Year Experience” articulation agreement with the Community College of Allegheny County establishes programs and services to address issues pre- and post-transfer.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 112
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - English as a Second Language
Taming the Beast: Managing Enrollment in Adult Education............................ Magnolia C
Presenter(s): Dr. Christopher M. Coro
What the workshop is about: Participants in this workshop will learn about how to implement a system of “managed enrollment.” Changes in new student orientation, curriculum and learning outcomes, assessment, scheduling, and program evaluation will be discussed.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 113
Interest Groups: Adult Basic and Secondary Education - Adult Literacy
Language Processing Deficits: Problems understanding what you are saying and expressing what they know....................................................... Magnolia D
Presenter(s): Richard Gacka
What the workshop is about: Language-processing deficits are problems that are included within the classification of Specific Learning Disabilities. They interfere with understanding, organizing, and expressing ideas. In their severe form, they are formal disabilities like aphasia; in their mild form they reflect problems "finding the right word."
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 114
Interest Groups: Adult Literacy - Adult Basic and Secondary Education
Tackling the Retention Issue: How Program Staff Can Act On Program Data............ Wild Rose A
Presenter(s): Stephen Kopec
What the workshop is about: This interactive workshop will focus on ways of analyzing program data in order to have a precise picture of retention/attrition trends in programs. It will then engage participants in looking at ways of addressing retention trends by involving everyone in the program.
Day and Time -- Friday Morning-Late 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Session Number: 115
Interest Groups: Family Literacy - Adult Literacy
Are You Being Served? A Customer Service Approach to Family Literacy............... Wild Rose B
Presenter(s): Jennie Jamieson
What the workshop is about: Participants will be challenged to look at their own case-management practices while practicing a more customer-service-oriented approach.