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Workshops & Continued Learning
Before you sign up, please note:
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All trainings are virtual
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Trainings are FREE to Community Literacy Members
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Trainings are $15 for non-members
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Email bria@litworks.org with questions
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Plain Language for Teachers and Tutors
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time: 5:30-7 pm (CST)
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Price: Free to members; $15 for all others
Facilitator: Sarah Glazer
Let’s make information easier for adult learners to understand!
In this workshop we’ll apply plain language strategies to the communication formats you use with students. We’ll talk about giving clear instructions, creating usable worksheets and handouts, and communicating with students via text and email. Learn writing strategies to center your audience and explore how plain language supports equity and inclusion
This training is part of our Instructional Techniques series. Content is designed with tutors and teachers in mind, although everyone is welcome!
Haitian Newcomers: Background & Context
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
Time: 5:30-7 pm (CST)
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Price: Free for everyone!
Facilitator: Elsie Hernandez
Illinois is home to thousands of Haitian immigrants, and our adult literacy programs are welcoming growing numbers of Haitian students. This workshop aims to equip Illinois adult literacy staff and volunteers with basic Haitian cultural and historical background knowledge so that we can better meet the needs of Haitian learners in our programs.
Our facilitator, Elsie Hernandez, is the co-founder of the Haitian-American Museum of Chicago. She will share information about Haiti’s art, culture, and history, as well as the history of Haitian migration to the United States. Additionally, she will talk about common barriers and adjustment challenges for new Haitian arrivals and relevant supportive resources and services.
This training is part of our Student Support series. Content is designed for those working in adult education in mind, although everyone is welcome!