Join us at lunch, where we will shine a spotlight on the top two scoring model programs; Grossmont Adult Education, A Campus-wide IET Model for Healthcare Training and LARAEC Student Connect Webinar Series. We will also recognize all model programs that scored high enough to be added to the Advancing CA Adult Education Model Program repository.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

This presentation at the CAEP Summit will focus on ESL 82 – Intermediate College ESL Reading/Writing I, a course designed to equip ELL adult learners with essential academic skills. Participants will be introduced to Delta College’s ESL 82 with contextualized pathways, degrees, majors, and transfer opportunities, showcasing how these can be leveraged to enhance students' academic and career prospects.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LRT, PDV )

Shaping and Building Adult Education Together is more than just a theme for our conference; it's a testament to our collective commitment and evolution in adult ed. over the past ten years. Join us for this session as we delve into the intricacies of navigating adult ed. reports for federal and state funding. Gain valuable insights on creating effective plans, leveraging data to support program goals, and preparing comprehensive reports that align with funding requirements.

(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: EQT, LDR, LRT, PDV, PGE )

Integrated Education and Training (IET) models are an important program offering that meets the needs of diverse learners. This session will provide an overview of models with a focus on entry level healthcare careers, specifically Pharmacy Technician, Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, Certified Medical Administration Assistant, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant as the fastest growing career pathways in the country.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, LRT, PDV )

The California Conservation Corps is a State government run workforce development program offering paid training for young adults interested in careers focused on conserving our environment and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The only requirement to enroll is motivation for hard work, personal development, and public service. Learn how your adult learner can transition to $33,000 plus $8,000 in scholarships their first year.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LRT, MKT, PDV )

The Family Literacy Program at San Diego College of Continuing Education (SDCCE) is tailored for elementary school parents aiming to enhance their English language skills, thereby fostering their ability to engage more effectively in their children's education. This presentation will explore the curriculum, teaching methodologies, and the program's impact on participants and their families.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LRT, PDV, TDL )

This session explores collaborative strategies for promoting completion, transitions, and livable wages among California's adult learners through CAEP partnerships. Participants will discuss national perspectives on student success, the unique California adult education system, and the positive student outcomes of collaboration between adult schools and community colleges. The presentation will highlight evidence-based strategies from the Promising Practices report.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

How can we facilitate the two-way process of immigrant integration through students’ participation in civic and community activities? Join this workshop to explore ways to support adult immigrants through civics education as understood within the lens of the California Immigrant Integration Initiative and aligned to approved EL Civics metrics. Ready-to-use resources from the Teaching Skills That Matter in Adult Education (TSTM) project will be shared.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, PDV )

We will be sharing strategies to help and support classes that have difficulty inspiring students to persist and progress.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE )

Join us as we reflect on the ten-year journey of how Inland Adult Education Consortium built strategies and successes to create a robust counseling framework which supports adults' transition to post-secondary education and workforce readiness. An in depth look at how the Inland Adult Education Consortium counselors designed and implemented a blueprint that helped shape a state recognized model program.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LRT )

Grossmont Adult Education (GAE) has developed an IET model that allows EL instructors to provide language literacy and fluency instruction to students across multiple CTE healthcare training programs by focusing on aligned CTE Anchor Standards and COAPPS. This model allows access to EL support for a much larger student population providing instruction in class, individually, and through the Canvas Learning Management System.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, PDV )

Come and learn about 3 different AI tools that save you time and energy. Canva™ is a free online graphic design tool with AI embedded features that can be used to create social media posts, presentations, videos, logos and more. MagicSchool.AI is an online program with 60+ AI tools for educators to use to create assessments, rubrics, lesson plans, and more. Perplexity.AI is an upgraded version of Google search. If you're tired of having to click each link from a search, Perplexity.AI is for you.

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, LRT, MKT, TDL )

Many adult schools do not have the benefit of a full time ‘Accessibility expert’, yet the law requires that educational materials are accessible to all learners. How do you get that done? Join us for a collaborative discussion regarding potential solutions to help your agency and teachers have a plan to ensure digital materials comply with the American with Disabilities act and 508 compliance, for all learners. Come away inspired and with strategies in hand! Admin bring your staff and teachers!

(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: EQT, LDR, PDV )

In an era of technological evolution, Google's Experimental NotebookLM, powered by Gemini AI, revolutionizes adult education. This presentation explores its capabilities, applications & impact. NotebookLM enhances note-taking, info synthesis & personalized learning with real-time retrieval, context-aware suggestions & adaptive pathways. It empowers educators, streamlines tasks & improves learner outcomes. Addressing ethical considerations, we explore best practices for equitable AI deployment.

(AUD: ADM, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, TDL )