This call is for executive directors of programs with multiple paid staff members.
On this call, you will:
• Talk about the things most important to you
• “Compare notes” with other directors
• Follow up on topics from our fall meeting – focus on support to prevent burnout.
We will continue our discussion of partnering with the technical colleges.
This 90-minute course offers supported exploration of the online resource Northstar so that you can feel prepared to introduce the digital literacy curriculum to students. You will navigate the platform as a student and have time to try out the assessments and online practice. You will also role play teaching with Northstar teacher-led lesson scripts. Make sure you have a Northstar account before registration.
This networking opportunity is for Wisconsin Literacy members who have no paid staff and are volunteer led.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Literacy
This 60-minute course explains best practices for teaching digital skills to adults. Concrete examples are used to illustrate each best practice. You'll apply your understanding by watching a filmed lesson.
Do you want to feel more comfortable and confident hosting Zoom meetings? This 90-minute course will give you an opportunity to ask questions and practice basic Zoom skills (screen share, chat box, minimize/maximize Zoom) as well as some advanced skills (whiteboard, annotation, video sharing).
Share your experiences, questions, challenges and successes using Northstar to teach digital literacy and connect with our community of practice. This is for all programs using Northstar or thinking about using it.
This 90-minute course offers supported exploration of the online resource Northstar so that you can feel prepared to introduce the digital literacy curriculum to students. You will navigate the platform as a student and have time to try out the assessments and online practice. You will also role play teaching with Northstar teacher-led lesson scripts. Make sure you have a Northstar account before registration.
The Change Agent is an online magazine that features writing by adult learners and inspires adult educators and learners to make civic participation and social justice part of their teaching and learning. Wisconsin Literacy members have free access to this resource. Come learn how to use The Change Agent and all its additional materials to motivate students to do more reading and writing!
This networking opportunity is for staff and volunteers who coordinate your tutor training, learner/tutor matching, and any other aspect of your tutor programming.
