California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project

Hosted by Turlock Adult SchoolIt takes persistence as well as effective instruction for adult learners to significantly increase their skills to achieve their goals, whether it is in their community, workplace, or in postsecondary education.  Adult educators can support learners to persist and efficiently gain relevant skills by implementing standard-based instruction and evidence-based motivation strategies. This tailored community of practice (CoP) provides an overview of the motivation strategies and introduces the English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards. The CoP will provide an opportunity for participants to plan classroom activities that incorporate the standards and motivation strategies. Location: Turlock Adult SchoolDate: Tuesday, April 15th, 2025Time: 3:30pm - 6:30pmRegistration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Turlock Adult School staff and teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.  

Hosted by Grossmont Adult EducationThis CoP incorporates the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and introduces accommodations and modifications that support learning, self-determination, and success. This interactive community of practice offers an opportunity to discuss the challenges adult education professionals face while supporting adults with learning disabilities and share strategies and tools that work. Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Grossmont Adult Education staff and teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.

Hosted by Grossmont Adult EducationThis CoP incorporates the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and introduces accommodations and modifications that support learning, self-determination, and success. This interactive community of practice offers an opportunity to discuss the challenges adult education professionals face while supporting adults with learning disabilities and share strategies and tools that work. Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Grossmont Adult Education staff and teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.

Hosted by Grossmont Adult EducationThis CoP incorporates the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and introduces accommodations and modifications that support learning, self-determination, and success. This interactive community of practice offers an opportunity to discuss the challenges adult education professionals face while supporting adults with learning disabilities and share strategies and tools that work. This CoP takes place on Moodle and at Grossmont Adult Education and runs for 8 consecutive weeks, from 03/31/2025 to 05/25/2025. There will be asynchronous online activities, including forum discussions and job-embedded lesson planning/implementation, before, in-between, and after the required face-to-face and synchronous online sessions. The three-hour in-person session is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm at Grossmont Adult Education, and the 3-hour synchronous session via Zoom is on Friday, May 9, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm.Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of participation (16 hours).Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Grossmont Adult Education staff and teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees. 

This 60-minute webinar will provide guidance and support to California adult education administrators and leaders on IET and IELCE policy, planning and practice. The webinar will feature: Dr. Carolyn Zachry and Dr. Cory Rayala from CDE will introduce todays session and provide CDE policy updatesCALPRO IET Subject Matter Experts Amy Dalsimer and Sudie Whalen will discuss IET Integrated Syllabus, instruction and program based assessment.  Date/Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 PM Registration information coming soon!

This 60-minute webinar will provide guidance and support to California adult education administrators and leaders on IET and IELCE policy, planning and practice. The webinar will feature:Dr. Carolyn Zachry and Dr. Cory Rayala from CDE will introduce todays session and provide CDE policy updates.CALPRO IET Subject Matter Experts Amy Dalsimer and Sudie Whalen will discuss IET Integrated Syllabus, instruction and program based assessment.  Lori Howard from CASAS will discuss how the new CDE IET Policy is reflected in the IELCE report and Plan.Date/Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Description:Calling all aspiring adult education teachers and administrators who are hiring teachers! Join us for an informative webinar designed to guide you through the Adult Education Credentialing process. Discover the new, free credentialing program for statewide teacher candidates offered by Santa Clara Unified School District in collaboration with Evergreen Community College. This session will also introduce key instructional strategies from CALPRO's new community of practice topic, "Fundamentals of Adult Education Instruction" as well as the opportunity to be a CALPRO trainer on this topic.  

Hosted By the Sonoma County Adult Education ConsortiumTrauma-informed approaches in schools are grounded in the principles of learning and human development and are especially relevant in adult education. 60 percent of adults are reported to have experienced trauma; and “nontraditional” adult learners are more likely to be exposed to past or ongoing trauma risk factors. Schools can play a vital role in reducing the effects of trauma and promoting resilience for adult learners. Face-to-Face Session: Location: Petaluma, CADate: Friday, May 2Time: 12:30-2:30 PMRegistration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Sonoma County Adult Education Consortium staff and teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.