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Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

May 9 - 11, 2018

F l o r i d a L i t e r a c y C o n f e r e n c e

Open Books, Open Minds

Welcome to the Florida Literacy Conference. We appreciate your being with us to celebrate the Conference’s 34th Anniversary. Over the next few days, you will have ample opportunity to learn from your peers, hear from state and national leaders, meet new people and reconnect with old friends and colleagues.

With more than sixty-five workshops and special sessions, we hope that the conference reflects both the diversity of service providers in adult education and literacy and the learners who we serve. Our conference theme “Open Books, Open Minds” is a tribute to the outstanding efforts of teachers, tutors, and administrators throughout Florida. Your work changes lives on a daily basis as adults and families become better readers and learn firsthand how books can open new worlds of opportunity.

On behalf of the Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC), I would like to thank all the individuals who have contributed to the success of this Conference. Without the outstanding support of the Conference Planning Committee, presenters, Adult Learner Committee, and FLC staff, board and volunteers, this event would not be possible.

We are also most thankful to our conference sponsors whose generous support allows us to bring you this quality educational experience. Please visit our exhibitors to learn about a wide range of products and services to assist you in your adult education and literacy work.

Whether this is your first or 34th year at the Florida Literacy Conference, please be assured that we will do our best to make you feel at home. We are here to make your experience an enjoyable one.

Gregory SmithExecutive DirectorFlorida Literacy Coalition

“The American Dream is about equal opportunity for everyone who works hard. If we don’t give everyone the ability to simply read and write, then we aren’t giving everyone an equal chance to succeed.”

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Board of DirectorsGoverning Board:

Jan Setzekorn, PresidentREAD Pinellas

Mark Jamieson, TreasurerMHJ Law, PLLC

Alison HoeflerSouthwest Airlines

Kerri MasleyFlorida Blue Foundation

Ann AniakudoWells Fargo

Judy BradshawLearn to Read Jacksonville

Advisory Board:

Joyce WhiddenAdult Literacy League, Inc.

Cindy GodbySeminole State College

Jonel GroundwaterVolusia Literacy Council

Trish Rowland SB Idea Family Literacy

Ann Breidenstein Learn to Read St. Johns County

Coalition StaffGreg Smith, M.S. EdExecutive Director

Nicole CabanEducation & Training Coordinator

Susan ChapmanBookkeeper

Adriana RincónResource Specialist

Heather Hepler Surrency, MPHHealth & Financial Literacy Coordinator

Wesley PrattEvent Planning Assistant

About the Florida Literacy CoalitionEstablished in 1985, The Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC) promotes,supports and advocates for the delivery of quality adult and family literacy services in the state of Florida.

As a statewide umbrella literacy organization and the host of Florida’s Adult and Family Literacy Resource Center, FLC provides a range of services to support more than 250 adult education, literacy and family literacy providers throughout Florida. Special emphasis is placed on assisting community based literacy organizations with their training and program development needs.

Our Services:

Literacy Promotion and Toll-Free Literacy HotlineFLC promotes reading and raises awareness about literacy issues inFlorida. A trained referral specialist provides on-call information abouteducation programs and volunteer opportunities throughout the state.

Florida Literacy ConferenceOne of Florida’s premier literacy events, this three-day annual conference offers a wide range of training and networking opportunities to literacy practitioners and volunteers.

Training and Technical AssistanceFLC offers professional development opportunities that provide literacypractitioners and volunteers with tools and resources to enhance program quality. Focus areas include program management, planning, curriculum development, marketing, fundraising, board development, and volunteer tutor training.

Networking and CommunicationsFLC promotes and facilitates information sharing, networking, andcollaborative programming among literacy providers through servicessuch as moderated discussion lists, the Florida Literacy Directory andResource Guide, and targeted technical assistance in developing regional literacy coalitions.

Publications and ResourcesFLC provides a wide range of free reference and outreach materials,serving as a clearinghouse for the distribution of quality resourcematerials for literacy instructors and administrators. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Education’s LINCS information system, the Florida Literacy Resource Center’s web site offers a portal to access the latest literacy-related research, statistics, events, and curriculum resources.

Florida Health Literacy InitiativeThe Florida Health Literacy Initiative, funded by the Florida Blue Foundation and managed by FLC, provides grants, professional development, and technical assistance in support of quality health literacy programs. This initiative combines ESOL instruction and health education in a multi-disciplinary approach that teaches English to adults and families while helping these individuals acquire skills and knowledge to make informed choices regarding their health and nutrition.

AdvocacyFLC serves as an advocate for community-based literacy programs andquality literacy services statewide.

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Thank you for making the 2018 Florida Literacy Conference a success!Conference Planning Committee:

Bok Tower Gardens Busch Gardens

Cason PhotographyChipotle

Central Florida Zoo & BotanicalCongo River Golf

Coopers Hawk Winery & RestaurantsDuffy’s Sports Grill

Fred’s MarketGreat Explorations

Liam FitzpatrickLion Country Safari

Main Event EntertainmentMelting Pot of Orlando

Oriental Trading CompanyOrlando Brewing

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Acknowledgements

Alison HoeflerSouthwest Airlines

Beth RattieOsceola County Public Schools

Erika Ashe-LaneOrange County Public Schools

Frank D. BonjioneSeminole State College

Jeannie RussellFlorida Department of Education

Farmworker Career Development Program

Jillian CumboOrange County Public Schools

Joyce WhiddenAdult Literacy League

Kathryn ClarkDaytona State College

Lisa WilliamsFlorida Department of Education,

Division of Career and Adult EducationSuzanne Green

Florida Department of Corrections

Florida Department of Education, Division of Career and Education

Volunteer Session Presenters and FacilitatorsConference VolunteersConference Exhibitors

Florida Literacy Coalition Board of Directors

Orlando City Soccer ClubPanera Bread

SAK Comedy LabSouthwest Airlines

The Florida AquariumThe Holy Land Experience

The Orlando Shakespeare TheaterThe Ringling

The Tropics Boat ToursTijuana Flats

Total Wine & MoreUniversal Orlando Resort

WawaWeeki Wachee SpringsWonderWorks Orlando

Zoom Air Adventure Park

Susan Mutschler and Citrus County Library System

Jones High School Choir

and Army JROTC

Jonel Groundwater

Invaluable Others:

Wayne JackmanNorthwest Federal Credit Union

Additional Representative Serving on the Adult Learner Day Committee:Marty Finsterbush

VALUEUSA

Silent Auction Donors:

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Our special thanks to the following sponsors and supporterswho have made the

2018 Florida Literacy Conference possible.

Platinum ($4,000 and higher)

Gold ($2,500-$3,999)

Conference Sponsors

Bronze ($500-$999)

Silver ($1,000-$2,499)

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8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Registration OpenExhibits OpenAdult Learner OrientationOpening General SessionConcurrent SessionsLunch on Your Own and Time to Visit Exhibitors Florida Literacy Coalition Annual Meeting Concurrent SessionsExtended Break with ExhibitorsConcurrent SessionsTime to Visit ExhibitorsDinner on Your OwnOpening Reception

8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Registration Open8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Exhibits Open9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Lunch on Your Own and Time to Visit Exhibitors1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Break with Exhibitors and Silent Auction Closes3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions

8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration Open8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Closing General Session & Florida Literacy Awards Luncheon

Wednesday, May 9

Thursday, May 10

Friday, May 11

Schedule at a Glance

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11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.• U.S. Immigration Update - What to Expect

and How to Prepare - Ballroom D/E• How to Shine in an Interview - Ballroom A• How to Advocate for What You Want and

Need - Ballroom B• TABE 11 & 12 Refresher - Ballroom F• What Every AE Educator Should Know

about Florida IPDAE! - Ballroom G• Technology in the Adult Education

Classroom! - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)• Real World Applications: ABE/GED

Corrections Curriculum: “Taking Care of Yourself” - Orchid Salon 1

• Integrating Entry-Level Certificationsinto Adult Basic Education and LiteracyInstruction - Orchid Salon 2

• My Money Program: Tools for EducatingAdult Learners About Financial Literacy -Orchid Salon 3

2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.• Adult Learner Experience - Ballroom D/E• What Every ESOL Teacher Needs to

Know about the New 2018 Curriculum Frameworks (Part 1 of 2) - Ballroom A

• Teaching Pronunciation in Adult ESL Ballroom B

• WorkWise-A Resource for Integrating Workplace Instruction into Adult Curriculum - Ballroom C

• CREATING A WIN-WIN-WIN Approach with Services to Migrant Youth! -Ballroom F

• Health Literacy Strategies for SmallAgencies - Ballroom G

• Exploring Health Careers: Find YourDream Job - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)

• Project Read Reading ComprehensionStrategies for Informational and FictionText - Orchid Salon 1

• “The Art of Small Talk” & VALF 2018Annual Meeting - Orchid Salon 2

• Making Inferences: A Skill for All ContentAreas - Orchid Salon 3

4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.• What Every ESOL Teacher Needs to

Know about the New 2018 CurriculumFrameworks (Part 2 of 2) - Ballroom A

• Evidence-Based Literacy Strategies forAdult Educators - Ballroom B

• Contextualized Learning: Health Literacyin Action - Ballroom C

• Interactive Lessons: IncorporatingExcitement in the Classroom - Ballroom F

• What Students and Instructors Needto Know: GED® RLA’s ConstructedResponse - Ballroom G

• 4C’s + 3D’s = Engaged Learning -Ballroom H (Computer Lab)

• Ventures for 2018--NRS, ELP, CRS andCASAS Ready! - Orchid Salon 1

• Communicating Laws, Systems andCulture to Adult Immigrants -Orchid Salon 2

• Expand and Accelerate LanguageLearning Opportunities using EnglishDiscoveries - Orchid Salon 3

9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.• FLDOE Update - Ballroom E•

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EEQ+IQ= Student Success.Ballroom AHealth Information Formatted as ESLLessons - Ballroom F

• Redefining Blended Learning for the 21stCentury - Ballroom G

• Internet Resources That Are EZ-PZLemon Squeezy! - Ballroom H(Computer Lab)

• ABE/GED Boot Camp - Ballroom B

10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.• Introduction to Grant Writing - Ballroom A• Prescription for Health Literacy -

Ballroom B• 4 Keys for Best Outcomes in Adult ESL -

Ballroom C• Motivating Strategies for Literacy at Home

and in School - Ballroom D• TABE 11/12 Updates and Previews! -

Ballroom E• Integrating Career Awareness into the

ABE and ESOL Classroom - Ballroom F• ProLiteracy Education Network -

Ballroom H (Computer Lab)

1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.• Let’s Speak English: Teaching English

Conversation Skills - Ballroom A• The NEW GED Academy/TABE Academy

Ballroom B• Lead Your Literacy Program to Life! -

Ballroom C• Incorporating Mastery Learning Strategies

to Teach Grammar - Ballroom D• Hands On Banking and the Florida

Financial Literacy Initiative - Ballroom G• Leamos™ (Let’s Read) - Lessons Learned

for Teaching Spanish Literacy -Ballroom F• Reboot Your Digital Literacy - Ballroom H

(Computer Lab)• Open Adult Learner Panel Discussion -

Ballroom E

3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.• Roundtable for Community-Based

Directors - Ballroom A• Seeing Beyond the Degree - Ballroom B• Social Media for the Adult Education

Classroom - Ballroom C• Health Careers 101: Educating Students

about Opportunities in Health Care -Ballroom D

• Promoting 21st Century Skills in the ABE/GED Classroom - Ballroom E

• ProLiteracy’s New Basic Literacy and ESLTutor Training - Ballroom H (ComputerLab)

• Educators Combating Human Trafficking- Ballroom F

8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.• BROKE: Financial Lessons from Athletes

Who Earned and Lost MillionsBallroom A

• Retelling as an Effective ReadingComprehension Strategy forUnderprepared Learners - Ballroom B

• ESOL Games to Learn EnglishBallroom C

• Let’s Toast! - Ballroom F• Creating More Effective and Engaging

Classrooms with Differentiated InstructionBallroom G

• Welcoming Classrooms and CommunitiesBridging Divides and Fostering BelongingBallroom H

10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.• What You Don’t Know About Personal

Finance CAN Hurt You! - Ballroom A• Transforming Dependent Learners into

Independent Learners - Ballroom B• Nonparticipation in Adult Education:

Reasons Adults Give and Their Solutions- Ballroom C

• Reading Strategies in a Multilevel /Multiability Classroom - Ballroom F

• Adult Literacy Level Readers - Ballroom G• Strategic Main Idea Instruction to Improve

Comprehension of Struggling Readers -Ballroom H

Sessions at a Glance

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Thursday, May 10, 2018

Friday, May 11, 2018

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Adult Learner DayWelcome Adult Learners! Today is filled with adult learner friendly workshops, which are indicated by the open book icon. Special thanks to the Florida Literacy Coalition’s Adult Learner Day Committee for planning this event. For more information about Adult Learner Day, stop by the registration table.

8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Registration Open

8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Exhibits Open - Grand Foyer

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Adult Learner Registration - Grand Foyer

8:30 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. - Adult Learner Orientation - Ballroom B Marty Finsterbush, VALUEUSAThis session will review the day’s events and orient students to the Conference. Come to learn, have fun, and make new friends!

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Opening General Session - Ballroom D/EWelcoming remarks by Rod Duckworth, Chancellor of Florida Department of Education, Division of Career and Adult Education

Keynote Speaker - Janna PeskettWhy is it that some students work doggedly at a difficult task while others give up at the first sign of struggle? Student motivation and resilience is a result of a combination of effective learning strategies and a growth mindset, the belief that mastery can be achieved through effort. Research shows that our implicit beliefs about intelligence determine educational outcomes. Learn how to help adult learners and teachers change their mindsets to develop self-efficacy and resilience.

Janna Peskett began her career in education teaching mathematics to special education high school students, where she realized that, despite others’ expectations, anyone can achieve at high levels. She is Director of Digital Content and Curriculum Design at Mindset Works, where she oversees the creation of digital growth mindset curricula and resources.

11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions

U.S. Immigration Update - What to Expect and How to Prepare - Ballroom D/E Patrice Johnson and Camlile Pachon Silva, Astera Law Group & Edly Vliet, US Citizenship and Immigration Services This session will discuss the state of immigration enforcement and regulations under the Trump Administration. Panelists will share information and resources available through USCIS and provide an update on new executive actions, current removal/deportation priorities, the DACA Program and proposed policies in Congress. There will be an opportunity for questions. Adult Learner, English Literacy/ESOL

= Adult Learners will benefit from attending this session

Schedule - Wednesday• Adult Learner• Corrections• English Literacy• Family Literacy• Financial Literacy*• Health Literacy*

• Learning Disabilities• Library Literacy• Program Management• Reading• Technology• Volunteers in Literacy

• Workforce Education/College and CareerReadiness

• ABE, GED, and AdultHigh School

CONFERENCE TRACKS

Wednesday, May 9

* Special thanks to Florida Blue for sponsoring the Health Literacy Track andWells Fargo for sponsoring the Financial Literacy Track.

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How to Shine in an Interview - Ballroom AMaria Gaona, CareerSource Central FloridaThis session will cover what to do and not to do in an interview, how to properly prepare, and how to follow up.Adult Learner, Workforce Education/College and Career Readiness

TABE 11 & 12 Refresher - Ballroom FLisa Williams, Florida Department of EducationThis refresher is for those currently certified to administer the TABE 9 & 10 assessment. Attendees will be updated on the new TABE 11 & 12 version. Re-certifications are required every two years, but FDOC employees must re-certify yearly.ABE, GED and Adult High School

What every AE Educator should know about Florida IPDAE! - Ballroom GJune Rall, Tammy Serrano, Institute for the Professional Development of Adult Educators - IRSCIn this session, you will get a hands-on look at resources that tie directly into your own specific area of expertise and learn what’s new with IPDAE. It will provide a wealth of resources that can easily be implemented into any classroom environment.English Literacy/ESOL, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Technology in the Adult Education Classroom! - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Gabriela Moffatt, Rebecca DeJesus, Orange Technical College Winter ParkThis session will cover a wide variety of FREE technology resources that can quickly and easily be integrated into any classroom (including ABE, GED, AAAE and ESOL). Learn about websites that provide unlimited practice problems, quizzing, screen capture and share, fast formative assessments, and engagement.English Literacy/ESOL, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Real World Applications: ABE/GED Corrections Curriculum: “Taking Care of Yourself” - Orchid Salon 1Anne Meisenzahl, Kim Stralow, Charles Chatman & Rochel Abrams, ACE - Leon County This session will share evidence-based lessons focused on social skills, science, CPR (Reading, Science) and computer skills (language, other academics). These lessons come from the 23-unit Leon County Schools Curriculum, “Taking Care of Yourself”. While this resource is geared toward corrections, it can be used with all ABE/GED students. Participants will get a free copy of the digital curriculum.Corrections, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Integrating Entry-Level Certifications into Adult Basic Education and Literacy Instruction - Orchid Salon 2Harold Gertner, Santa Fe CollegeAdd value to ABE and literacy programs through entry-level certifications embedded within existing curriculum. Learn practical measures for implementation of combination literacy/certification coursework with minimal effort and expense. This session will survey a series of hands-on strategies to increase literacy and student employability.Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness, ABE, GED and Adult High School

My Money Program: Tools for Educating Adult Learners About Financial Literacy - Orchid Salon 3Tasha Carter, Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Consumer ServicesWondering how to incorporate financial literacy into your ABE and ESOL classroom? This interactive session will include an overview of the free financial literacy resources available from the Florida Department of Financial Services as well how to use these tools to engage adult learners in the learning process.Financial Literacy

How to Advocate for what You Want and Need - Ballroom BMarty Finsterbusch, VALUEUSAGetting what you want and need will vastly improve programs, your life and community. This workshop will consist of identifying the difference between “advocating” and “lobbying” and answering key questions for an advocacy plan. Come learn what advocacy is and how it can help you!Adult Learner

11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Wednesday, May 9 - Continued

= Adult Learners will benefit from attending this session

Schedule - Wednesday

2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Concurrent SessionsAdult Learner Experience - Ballroom D/EMarty Finsterbush, VALUEUSAJoin this interactive workshop as adult learners discuss why they enrolled and stayed in their programs. Adult learners who attend this session will get an opportunity to participate in sharing their stories and experiences in life and adult education. This program will be inspiring and motivating for adult learners and informative for program providers.Adult Learner

What Every ESOL Teacher Needs to Know about the New 2018 Curriculum Frameworks (Part 1 of 2) - Ballroom APhillip Anderson and Christine Urena, Florida Department of EducationThis double session gives teachers a wide-lens view of the new Adult ESOL curriculum and the language standards and skills and their students need to advance through the six levels of ESOL. Find out how you can be a stress and worry-free instructor who is ready to create and teach lessons that get results. Learn about the three key components of English language instruction that matter most for learner success. Both sessions are full of hands-on practical and ready-to-use activities and materials, so come and get the scoop on all the new resources for Adult ESOL.English Literacy/ESOL

Teaching Pronunciation in Adult ESL - Ballroom BLeanne Chacon, Intercambio Uniting Communities – Vendor PresentationBeing understood is a key to adult English language learning success. This workshop uses tools to help with pronunciation; the Color Vowel™ Chart and Intercambio’s Pronunciation Fun. Everyday tools and practical tips for helping students with sounds and stress will be discussed as well.English Literacy/ESOL

WorkWise: A Resource for Integrating Workplace Instruction into Adult Curriculum - Ballroom CKaren Welch, New Readers Press - Vendor PresentationLearn some of the latest best practices to build your learners’ reading, writing, math and critical thinking skills while also developing key job readiness principles. The session will focus on exercises that tap in-demand soft skills while integrating contextualized content in to your lesson plans.Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

CREATING A WIN-WIN-WIN Approach with Services to Migrant Youth! - Ballroom FJames Haugli and Lucía Valdivia-Sánche, Farmworker Career Development Program, Florida DOEPathways to Success for your Migrant/OSY and their Families – Secondary schools are focusing more on Career and Technical education and Career Pathways. Florida has a unique collaboration model that offers migrant students/OSY a seamless transition into a Workforce Career Development Program.English Literacy/ESOL, Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

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Schedule - Wednesday

Florida Literacy Coalition Annual Meeting (Optional) - Ballroom D/E1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Find out what’s new at the Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC). Your participation is welcome as we review FLC programs and future directions. Be the first to get a copy of the newly released adult learner essay book, On Our Way. Several student authors will read their essays, which is always a highlight! So grab your lunch and join us. Attendees will be entered to win two free 2019 Florida Literacy Conference registrations.

12:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. - Lunch on Your Own/Time to Visit Exhibitors

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2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Wednesday, May 9 - Continued

Health Literacy Strategies for Small Agencies - Ballroom GKaren Strange, Literacy Volunteers of Leon CountyDiscussion of Literacy Volunteers of Leon County’s experience with the Florida Literacy Coalition/Florida Blue Health Literacy grant, including tools and strategies that have allowed our small literacy agency to achieve the grant’s objectives.English Literacy/ESOL, Health Literacy

Exploring Health Careers: Find Your Dream Job - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Heather Hepler Surrency, Florida Literacy CoalitionAre you looking for a new career? Are you interested in helping people? Join us for this fun workshop that will explore the different kinds of health care jobs available in Florida. Many of these jobs require only a few months of training and can provide you a lifetime of rewarding work.Adult Learner

Project Read Reading Comprehension Strategies for Informational and Fiction Text - Orchid Salon 1Judy Fuhrner, Language Circle Enterprises – Vendor PresentationThis reading comprehension program teaches both narrative and expository text reading. Students are taught processes for interacting with these two types of text. The goal is to provide direct concept teaching and multisensory instructional strategies that cut through complex text to develop active, purposeful readers.English Literacy/ESOL, Reading

The Art of Small Talk & VALF 2018 Annual Meeting - Orchid Salon 2Mary Quijano, Volunteers for Adult Literacy in FloridaSmall talk is an important skill for students. Casual conversation requires the use of phrasal verbs, figurative language, idioms and slang. This session will show how you can use casual forms of daily speech in ESL instruction. VALF2018 Annual Meeting will follow.English Literacy/ESOL, Volunteers in Literacy

Making Inferences: A Skill for All Content Areas - Orchid Salon 3Daphne Atkinson, GED Testing Service Whether reading non-fiction text or interpreting graphics, students need to be able to make inferences. Drawing conclusions and making inferences remain two of the most challenging skills for students to develop. Join fellow teachers as they explore “reading between the lines.”ABE, GED and Adult High School

Schedule - Wednesday

3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Extended Break with ExhibitorsRefreshments Sponsored by United Health Care

4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Concurrent SessionsWhat Every ESOL Teacher Needs to Know about the New 2018 Curriculum Frameworks (Part 2 of 2) Ballroom APhilip Anderson and Christine Urena, Florida Department of EducationThis double session gives teachers a wide-lens view of the new Adult ESOL curriculum and the language standards and skills and their students need to advance through the six levels of ESOL. Find out how you can be a stress and worry-free instructor who is ready to create and teach lessons that get results. Learn about the three key components of English language instruction that matter most for learner success. Both sessions are full of hands-on practical and ready-to-use activities and materials, so come and get the scoop on all the new resources for Adult ESOL.English Literacy/ESOL

Evidence-Based Literacy Strategies for Adult Educators - Ballroom BKevin Smith and Laurie Lee, Florida State University, Regional Educational Laboratory SoutheastIn this session, participants will experience evidence-based literacy strategies and learn about the research on which they are based through an interactive discussion focused on improving literacy instruction and intervention in adult education.Reading & ABE, GED and Adult High School

= Adult Learners will benefit from attending this session

Schedule - Wednesday4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. - Wednesday, May 9 - Continued

Contextualized Learning: Health Literacy in Action - Ballroom CHeather Hepler Surrency, Florida Literacy Coalition; Jone Williams, Sarasota YMCA; Luis Rodriguez, Miami Dade College; Karen Strange, Literacy Volunteers of Leon CountyA panel of current Florida Health Literacy Initiative Grantees will discuss how they incorporated health literacy into their instruction. Panelists will share an overview of their program and highlight successful project-based learning strategies to advance the health knowledge and literacy skills of adult education and ESOL students.Health Literacy, English Literacy/ESOL

Interactive Lessons: Incorporating Excitement in the Classroom - Ballroom FAnna Schubarth, Florida Department of CorrectionsThis hands-on session will model multiple ways to encourage enthusiasm in learners. Attendees will receive five activity plans that will jump-start motivation in their classrooms: Reading – masquerade, Language – pet peeves, Math – ladders, Science – ecological diversity, and Social Studies – time lines.Corrections, ABE, GED and Adult High School

What Students and Instructors Need to Know: GED® RLA’s Constructed Response - Orchid Salon 3Daphne Atkinson, GED Testing ServiceAttend this session to build your insights into how instruct students in writing a response that earns points on the GED® Test’s Reasoning through Language Arts. This workshop will provide an overview of the skills needed and selected classroom strategies that will help you better prepare students.ABE, GED and Adult High School

4C’s + 3D’s = Engaged Learning - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Marie Coleman, Lorenzo Walker Technical CollegeAnother Alphabet Soup? It may seem like it! Most agree with the necessity of the 4C’s (Critical Thinking, Communication, Creativity and Collaboration) to successfully survive in our complex world. Try activating them in the classroom with the 3D’s (Discover, Dabble and Distribute)Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Ventures for 2018-NRS, ELP, CRS and CASAS Ready! - Orchid Salon 1James Goldstone, Cambridge University Press – Vendor PresentationThe 3rd Edition of Ventures is here! Come and get a free sample of America’s # 1 ESOL program for adults and see why it is often the first choice for adult learners of English and programs. See Ventures’ new features and what makes it so teacher and student friendly!English Literacy/ESOL

Communicating Laws, Systems and Culture to Adult Immigrants - Orchid Salon 2Leanne Chacon, Intercambio Uniting Communities – Vendor PresentationWhat information helps ease the transition for immigrants living in the United States? This workshop focuses on three areas around this topic, implementation in adult ESL class(es), creating conversation groups and common approaches to leading a workshop in your community using Intercambio’s Immigrant Guide.ABE, GED and Adult High School

Expand and Accelerate Language Learning Opportunities using English Discoveries - Ballroom GJill Rosolek, English Discoveries – Vendor PresentationEnglish Discoveries features multi-level, interactive curriculum in reading, listening, speaking, writing, grammar, vocabulary, standardized test preparation, career exploration and more. It is 100% online so students can access 24/7 using computers, tablets, and smartphones. Concurrent licenses plus an unlimited database provide simplified account management and access for all of your program’s students.English Literacy/ESOL, Technology

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Schedule - Wednesday & Thursday

8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Registration Open8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors - Breakfast Sponsored by Burlington English 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Exhibits Open

Thursday, May 10

9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

FLDOE Update - Ballroom ALisa Williams, Florida Department EducationThis session will highlight Adult Education program issues to include: Adult Basic Education, Adult High School, ESOL, Integrated Education & Training, Frameworks, Assessments and upcoming professional development opportunities.ABE, GED and Adult High School, Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

EQ+IQ= Student Success - Ballroom DLionel L’Esperance, Lorenzo Walker Technical CollegeEmotional Intelligence (EQ) in combination with IQ brings academic and individualized student success. This is achieved in the classroom by integrating goal setting, celebrating student success, developing coping techniques, and introducing new levels of emotional self-awareness. Simple and easy to use techniques that will develop students self-awareness, management of feelings and decisions making while improving their academics will be explored and discussed.Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Health Information Formatted as ESL Lessons - Ballroom FMary Johnston, Sydney Australia Local Health DistrictESL classes are an effective way to provide important health information to migrant groups who are otherwise hard to reach. Learn about five resources that have been developed to provide health information in the format of ESL lessons and corresponding teacher training. English Literacy/ESOL, Health Literacy

Redefining Blended Learning for the 21st Century - Vendor Presentation - Ballroom GKimberly Bartholomew, Burlington English - Vendor PresentationLearn how Burlington English defines blended learning to successfully meet content standard requirements while bringing consistency to your curriculum. Our comprehensive suite of blended courses will help you successfully meet the requirements of WIOA with Integrated Education & Training (IET) and Integrated English Literacy & Civics Education(IEL/CE).English Literacy, ESOL Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

Internet Resources That Are EZ-PZ Lemon Squeezy! - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Kimberly Gates, FL Adult & Technical Distance Education ConsortiumNo matter what students need, it’s online somewhere! Vocabulary sites? Math flash cards? Language arts practice? Social media sites for the classroom? Absolutely! Learn where to find these and more in this fun, interactive session.Technology

5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Wednesday, May 9 - Continued

Opening Reception 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Join us on the outdoor terrace for music, food and fun! Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served. Music performed by Osceola Landmark Band. Sponsored by GED Testing Service.

5:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Time to Visit Exhibitors 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Dinner on Your Own

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Schedule - Thursday

10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

Introduction to Grant Writing - Ballroom AGreg Smith, Florida Literacy CoalitionSo you have a good programming idea for which you would like to seek grant funding. Now what? This session will provide an introduction to key components to researching, planning and writing successful proposals.Program Management

Prescription for Health Literacy - Ballroom BJessica Daly, Orlando HealthHealth literacy is vital to good health. Join us to discuss ideas for developing community health partnerships as well effective strategies to help students develop the skills and confidence to communicate with health care providers, understand over-the-counter and prescription drug directions/side effects and locate patient-friendly, online health resources (print, multiple languages, audio and video.)Health Literacy

4 Keys for Best Outcomes in Adult ESL - Ballroom CLeanne Chacon, Intercambio Uniting Communities - Vendor PresentationAll teachers want to have the best possible outcome for their class. This interactive workshop covers ways to make your teaching more interactive, structured, and engaging for students. Four key techniques will be discussed as well as simple strategies to expand learning in your context.English Literacy/ ESOL Volunteers in Literacy

Motivating Strategies for Literacy at Home and in School - Ballroom DDr. Willie J. Kimmons, Save Children Save Schools, Inc.An interactive, group participation workshop with helpful suggestions, strategies and recommendations for parents and teachers working together in a united front to improve children’s literacy skills at home and in school. Motivational strategies and techniques will be explored.Family Literacy, ABE, GED and Adult High School

TABE 11/12 Updates and Previews! - Ballroom EChristine Kirk, Data Recognition Corp – Vendor PresentationThis session provides a first look at the new TABE 11/12 and describes the new structure, length, testing time, item types, alignment to NRS EFLs and adult education standards, relevance to high school equivalency tests, and improved locator. Participants will also view the new scanning solution for paper testing.Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Integrating Career Awareness into the ABE and ESOL Classroom - Ballroom FMary A. Gaston, LINCS, US Department of EducationThis mini-course introduces practitioners to career planning lessons and tools contained in the Integrating Career Awareness into the ABE/ESOL Classroom guide & other resources. Part one of a three-part mini-course; remaining two sessions will be offered virtually after the conference. Participants are strongly encouraged to commit to the 1 hour and 15minute follow-up webinars on May16 and June 6 at 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

ABE/GED Boot Camp - Ballroom BAlexandra Haas, Gregory Underwood, Toya Bell Johnson and Caffee Bellamy, Orange Technical College - Westside CampusThis session will breakdown the components of ABE/GED Boot Camp, which was developed to improve retention and completion rates by establishing academic and career goals prior to entering the classroom.Program Management ABE, GED and Adult High School

9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. - Thursday, May 10 - Continued

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1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions

Let’s Speak English: Teaching English Conversation Skills - Ballroom AJan Demers, Literacy Council of Upper PinellasParticipants will learn how the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas creates opportunities for adult immigrants to learn and practice English during weekly conversation classes. Teaching tips, sample lessons, and resources will be shared, along with strategies for accommodating a diverse group of learners.English Literacy/ESOL

The NEW GED Academy/TABE Academy - Ballroom BStephanie Eichner, Essential Education - Vendor PresentationJoin us for a look at the NEW GED/TABE Academy. These exciting programs will prepare your students for their HSE success and improvement in TABE Scores. The NEW TABE Academy for TABE 11&12 will debut in the spring of 2018! Please stop by our booth too!Corrections, ABE, GED and Adult High School

Lead Your Literacy Program to Life! - Ballroom CSusan Mutschler, Citrus County Library SystemLiteracy program managers and staff are invited to this session to review the best management practices. A special emphasis will include: planning and program management, including forms and procedures, advocacy and getting your literacy message out, and community partnerships and fundraising. Get your questions answered!Library Literacy, Program Management

Incorporating Mastery Learning Strategies to Teach Grammar - Ballroom DWanda Phillips, Easy Grammar SystemsDr. Wanda Phillips will focus on learning outcomes with a goal of mastery. Enjoy this highly participatory seminar that will provide ideas and strategies regarding kinesthetic and memorable learning. Enjoy activities and games that can be used with individuals or in the classroom.English Literacy/ESOL, Learning Disabilities

Hands On Banking and the Florida Financial Literacy Initiative - Ballroom GMachelle Manor, Wells Fargo; Heather Hepler Surrency, Florida Literacy Coalition; Ta'Nika Ellington, Peace River Center; Chris Oates, El SolThis session will explore effective ways to incorporate financial literacy into adult education instruction. Participants will become familiar with the classroom/student resources available at Wells Fargo’s Hands on Banking Online Learning Center as well as learn about best practices from two Florida Financial Literacy Initiative grant-funded programs.Financial Literacy

Leamos™ (Let’s Read)—Lessons Learned for Teaching Spanish Literacy - Ballroom FTodd Evans, ProLiteracy Participants will receive a demonstration on the Spanish literacy course, Leamos™, which can be incorporated into programs to work with adults unable to read or write in any language. Leamos™ is a simple and easy-to-use pre-ESL online literacy course that teaches non-literacy Spanish-speaking adults to read and write.English Literacy/ESOL15

11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Lunch on Your Own/Time to Visit Exhibitors - Foyer

Schedule - Thursday10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. - Thursday, May 10 - Continued

ProLiteracy Education Network - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Todd Evans, ProLiteracyProLiteracy Education Network is a comprehensive collection of online courses and resources for adult literacy and ESOL instructors, program staff, trainers, and adult learners. The site also includes topical discussion forums where literacy practitioners can gather to ask questions, network, and share ideas and resources.English Literacy/ESOL, Program Management

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Schedule - Thursday

3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions

Roundtable for Community-Based Directors - Ballroom AGreg Smith, Florida Literacy CoalitionCommunity volunteer-based literacy organizations experience unique challenges and opportunities. Join directors from around the state for a roundtable discussion on trends, promising practices, and strategies for effectively managing adult education and literacy programs.Program Management

Seeing Beyond the Degree - Ballroom BScott J Vail, C4 Communications, LLC.This session will explore recruiting and retaining non-traditional students by helping them discover why they are on this journey. You can help learners realize their future potential and overcome their present predicaments. Don’t focus as much on the actual degree, but the multitude of external changes that will take place en route to it. Changing perspectives and results!Program Management

Social Media for the Adult Education Classroom - Ballroom CKimberly Gates, Florida Adult & Technical Distance Education ConsortiumWith such widely used social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Linkedin, chances are your students are using one or more of these on a regular basis. Reach your students and even future students where they (virtually) are! With just a little bit of practice, you’ll be so savvy and ready to jump right in to these systems to engage students, promote your programs, celebrate student success, and more. Technology

Health Careers 101: Educating Students about Opportunities in Health Care - Ballroom DHeather Hepler Surrency, Florida Literacy CoalitionMany job seekers are unaware of the wide range of high-demand health care jobs requiring minimal training. This session will explore how to integrate FLC’s new Health Careers Guide into your existing curriculum and help students prepare for careers in health while they build core skills in reading, writing, speaking and math!Health Literacy, Workforce Education/Career and College Readiness

2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. - Extended Break With Exhibitors & Silent Auction ClosesLast Chance to Place Your Bids! Silent Auction Closes at 3pm!

1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. - Thursday, May 10 - Continued

Reboot Your Digital Literacy - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Mary A. Gaston, LINCS, US Department of EducationIn this session, learn how your program and students can take advantage of national developments in digital literacy and access. Watch demos of helpful resources, websites, and tools to get your teachers, tutors, and students “connected.” Technology

Open Adult Learner Panel Discussion - Ballroom EJillian Cumbo, Orange County Public Schools; Santos Campos, Daytona State College; John Taylor, Adult Literacy League; A panel of successful adult learners will share their experiences in adult education and provide feedback about what has worked for them and what they think every teacher, tutor and administrator should know. This will be an open discussion, so bring your questions!Program Management, English Literacy ESOL

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Friday, May 11

8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

BROKE: Financial Lessons from Athletes Who Earned and Lost Millions - Ballroom ALesley Mace, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta-- Jacksonville BranchUsing highlights from the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “Broke”, this session features strategies to teach the basics of personal finance and the importance of understanding how to manage money through the stories of athletes who have earned—and lost—millions.Financial Literacy

Retelling as an Effective Reading Comprehension Strategy for Underprepared Learners - Ballroom BIris Strunc, Northwest Florida State CollegeAccording to research, students who must summarize text will have to give the article more than a cursory glance to retell it. Writing summaries requires students to identify main ideas and retell them--two essential skills for reading comprehension. This interactive workshop will model these strategies.Reading

Florida Adult & Technical Distance Education Consortium Meeting - Ballroom C5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.The Florida Adult & Technical Distance Education Consortium (FATDEC) represents state colleges, schools, and school districts, delivering high-quality instructor-facilitated online adult education and career/technical courses for adult students. By working together, we’re able to leverage our collective buying power and provide services to students who might otherwise not have an option for education. Come meet our members, learn more about what we do, and find out how you could be a part of this collaborative, innovative group!

Schedule - Thursday & Friday3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. - Thursday, May 10 - Continued

Promoting 21st Century Skills in the ABE/GED Classroom - Ballroom EJillian Cumbo, Orange Technical CollegeThis session will provide strategies for connecting the Four C's (critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity) to the ABE/GED curriculum frameworks.ABE, GED and Adult High School

ProLiteracy’s New Basic Literacy and ESL Tutor Training - Ballroom H (Computer Lab)Todd Evans, ProLiteracyCome learn about ProLiteracy’s new Basic Literacy and ESL Tutor Training materials. These comprehensive training materials will help you prepare prospective tutors to successfully teach ESL and literacy students in a variety of instructional settings. The modular training materials are available for face-to-face and online training.English Literacy/ESOL, Program Management

Educators Combating Human Trafficking - Ballroom FVania Llovera, Florida State University Center for the Advancement of Human RightsThe signs of human trafficking are often hidden in casual encounters, but a strong learning relationship with students may reveal information to help teachers/tutors recognize signs of trafficking. This session will discuss trends in human trafficking, adult education curriculum resources and how you can join the fight against this horrific crime. English Literacy/ESOL

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Schedule - Friday

10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

What You Don’t Know About Personal Finance CAN Hurt You! - Ballroom ALesley Mace, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta- Jacksonville BranchThe cost of financial illiteracy is high. The inability to understand interest rates, the importance of saving, or the cost of carrying credit card debt affects all aspects of an individual’s life. Receive a toolkit of free financial literacy resources in this interactive session.Financial Literacy

Transforming Dependent Learners into Independent Learners - Ballroom BCatherine O’Neil, Orange Technical CollegeThis session will provide strategies for structuring your ESOL classroom in a gradual release atmosphere that facilitates independent learning inside and outside of the classroom.English Literacy/ ESOL

Nonparticipation in Adult Education: Reasons Adults Give and Their Solutions - Ballroom CMargaret Patterson, PhD, Research Allies for Lifelong LearningEver wonder why adults don’t come through your doors as learners? A new VALUEUSA research project asked adults for their reasons. This session shares not only reasons but also their motivations and the sometimes surprising solutions they recommended. Learn ways to get potential learners into adult education - and how!Program Management

8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m - Friday, May 11 - Continued

ESOL Games to Learn English - Ballroom CLeah Consuegra-Guevara, Orange Technical College - Avalon CampusThis session will show you how to incorporate simple, everyday games to promote language acquisition in your classroom.English Literacy/ ESOL

Let’s Toast ! - Ballroom FGrace Acevedo, Orange Technical College - Winter Park and Scott Maloney, Toast Masters Toast Masters and ESOL have discovered a win-win collaboration! Since 1924, Toast Masters operates clubs all over the world that helps its members improve their communication skills. Learn how ESOL classes are partnering with Toast Masters to help their students practice communication and public speaking skills.English Literacy/ESOL

Creating More Effective and Engaging Classrooms with Differentiated Instruction - Ballroom GArzu Leushuis, Florida State University - School of Teacher EducationDifferentiated instruction is an approach that can be implemented with different instructional strategies to encourage students to actively participate in the learning process. This engaging approach to learning focuses on how to value students’ diverse backgrounds and how to help them find their potential for success.Reading, English Literacy/ ESOL

Welcoming Classrooms and Communities - Bridging Divides and Fostering Belonging - Ballroom HRachel Peric, Welcoming AmericaThis session will explore strategies for creating more inclusive environments in which students and community members of all backgrounds - including immigrants - can thrive and belong. Participants will explore and share practical strategies and walk away with new approaches to apply as educators and advocates.English Literacy/ESOL

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Closing General Session & Florida Literacy Awards Luncheon - Ballroom D/E11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Rachel Peric - Keynote Speaker

Rachel is the Executive Director of Welcoming America. Inspired by her family’s refugee story and by the worldwide movement of welcomers, Rachel works to create communities where all residents – including immigrants and refugees – can thrive and belong. Since joining the organization in 2011, she has served as the organization’s Deputy Director and in other senior leadership roles, helping grow Welcoming America from a nascent startup to an award-winning organization with a global footprint.

Previously, she served as Executive Director of the Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy (MCAEL), as a regional director with the United Way of the National Capital Area and managing international development programs with Management Systems International (MSI). Ms. Peric holds a BA from Johns Hopkins University and a Masters in Public Management from the University of Maryland.

2018 Florida Literacy Award WinnersExcellence in Education – S.B. Idea, Inc

Flight for Freedom Award – Marta N. MileyMary J. Brogan Leadership Award – Sandy Newell

Outstanding Community Partner – Dr. Phillips FoundationOutstanding Literacy Volunteer – Charles Cunningham

This is a ticketed event. A limited number of additional tickets are available for purchase at the registration desk.

Schedule - Friday10:00 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. - Friday, May 11 - Continued

Reading Strategies in a Multi-level/Multi-ability Classroom - Ballroom FLinda M Baker, Washington County School ProgramTeachers must teach students a variety of approaches to be able to use the reading strategies appropriate for their individual level of reading proficiency. In this workshop teachers will learn how to differentiate at least four classroom elements based on student readiness, interest, or learning profile.Reading, Learning Disabilities

Adult Literacy Level Readers - Ballroom GJulie Whiteacre, Florida Department of Corrections/Florida State PrisonThis session offers a short explanation of the differences between how adults and children learn to read. Links to videos will be provided along with time to review some learning activities that can be used in one-on-one instruction to group instruction. Corrections

Strategic Main Idea Instruction to Improve Comprehension of Struggling Readers - Ballroom HIris Strunc, Northwest Florida State CollegeIn order to comprehend, students must be actively involved in creating meaning by transforming information and building their own connections to the text. This interactive workshop will provide positive, practical, research-based strategies for instructors to unlock reading comprehension for struggling students by identifying the main idea of paragraphs.Reading

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2018 Conference Exhibitors

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ACE of Florida - Table 19 ACE of Florida, Inc. is a nonprofit professional association representing the interests and concerns of adult and community educators, students and volunteers. ACE provides a variety of resources to adult and community educators throughout Florida.

American College of Education - Table 2 American College of Education offers affordable advanced degrees. 100% online and HLC accredited, tuition for a M.Ed. Program is under $8,000. Learn more at www.ace.edu or 800-230-0307 option 2.

Cambridge University Press - Table 9 Cambridge University Press offers market-leading courses and supplementary materials for learners of English in all age groups. We continue to lead the way in the development of new materials for teachers and students across a range of digital platforms.

Damand Promotions - Table 8 The Parent’s Homework Dictionary helps students of all levels and languages.

DRC/CTB - Table 5 TABE Online is an easy-to-use, web-based assessment of adult basic and secondary education knowledge. The new TABE 11&12 tests are now available to assess the achievement of examinees on core content areas taught and assessed as part of Adult Basic Education programs.

Easy Grammar Systems - Table 4 Author Dr. Wanda Phillips is recognized for her expertise in teaching grammar. Her Easy Grammar series (teaching texts for Grades 2-7), Daily GRAMS series (review texts for Grades 3-7), and Easy Grammar Ultimate Series (teaching texts for Grades 8-12) are thorough and promote mastery learning.

English Discoveries - Table 12 - SPONSOR English Discoveries features multi-level, interactive curriculum in reading, listening, speaking, writing, grammar, vocabulary, test prep, career exploration and more. 100% online so students can access 24/7 with computers, tablets, and smartphones. Concurrent licenses plus unlimited database simplify account management and provide ED for all enrolled students.

Essential Education - Table 1 Essential Education is proud to offer GED Academy and TABE Academy along with additional online and print resources as your students strive to pass the GED and become college and career ready.

Florida Blue - Table 15 - SPONSOR At Florida Blue, we believe in Florida. Our roots in the Sunshine State go back more than 70 years, and it’s in our DNA to help Florida’s communities stay healthy. Our mission - helping people and communities achieve better health –is the company’s reason for existence. It sets us apart as weare committed to making a difference not just for ourcustomers, but also for the communities they call homebecause Florida is our home too.

Florida Literacy Coalition - Table 10-11 Established in 1985, Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC) promotes, supports and advocates the effective delivery of quality adult and family literacy services in the state of Florida.

GED Testing Service - Table 14 - SPONSOR The GED® test has opened doors to better jobs and college programs for more than 20 million graduates since 1942. The GED® test is accepted by virtually all U.S. colleges and employers. Visit our booth to learn more about what’s new with the GED test.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt - Table 7 Resources from HMH/Steck-Vaughn provide you with the support you need to inspire, motivate and educate learners. From basic adult education to high school credentials to career and workforce readiness, Our programs are designed to meet the instructional needs of all adult learners and educators.

Intercambio Uniting Communities - Table 3 Intercambio is a non-profit based in Boulder, CO that runs a highly acclaimed adult ESL program. Our National Program representatives attend over 15 conferences a year to lead engaging workshops that provide practice and tools that participants can implement immediately in their context.

Language Circle Enterprises - Table 20 Project Read research-based curriculum guides for phonics, written expression, and reading comprehension instruction are appropriate for grades K through adult learners. Project Read instructional materials have been proven by performance and regarded by reputation for over 45 years.

LEP Education - Table 18LEP Education provides consistently successful teaching, learning, and memory tools designed to significantly enhance student learning and long-term memory retention. Florida State Assessments for the last 5 years rated LEP Teaching Methods at 4.8 out of 5.00 (median 3.5) in learning outcomes and memory retention.

2018 Conference ExhibitorsLiteracyPro - Table 6 Data management made easy! See what’s new with the nations premier software for adult literacy programs. LACES offers better data collection, reporting, and program analysis to enhance your program quality.

Mentorhope, LLC - Table 21Mentorhope publishes the incredible widely used book, Mentor: The Kid & The CEO.

New Readers Press - Table 16-17 New Readers Press, the publishing division of ProLiteracy, provides a variety of products to advance adult learners in their literacy, numeracy, and workplace skills as well as improve their English skills and prepare them for high school equivalency and citizenship tests.

Townsend Press - Table 19 Independent publishers of reading, writing and vocabulary texts for adult learners.

United Healthcare - Table 13 - SPONSORAt United Healthcare, we serve millions of people from their earliest years through their working lives and into retirement. What unites us is our mission to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are working to play our part in creating a more sustainable health care system: one that works better for everyone. Please visit justplainclear.com to see one of the ways we are working towards improving health literacy.

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