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SUMMARY:MACAE 40th Anniversary Fall Conference: October 15-18\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 40th anniversary annual conference! \nRegistration is now live on our website at www.macae.org! \nMACAE 40th Anniversary Annual Fall Conference: October 15-18\, 2023 \nMichigan Adult\, Community\, and Alternative Education (MACAE) Conference \nSunday\, October 15\, 2023- Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023 \nGeneral Attendee Information \nThe Michigan Adult\, Community and Alternative Education (MACAE) Association is excited to announce its Fall 2023 Fortieth Anniversary Annual Conference! The Fall Conference is scheduled for Monday-Wednesday\, October 15-18\, 2023.  This year’s theme celebrates our growth\, innovation in investment in Michigan as the leading voice for before and after school community education enrichment\, alternative and flexible learning options and adult education and integrated education and training. \nMember Cost: $425 \nNon Member Cost: $475 \nWIOA Only Provider or Partner/Literacy Provider/Community Education Program: $250 \nAlumni: $150 \nConference Location:  \nLansing Center \n333 E. Michigan Avenue\, Lansing\, Michigan (MI) 48933 \nLocated at the historic Lansing Center\, our conference will sit in the heart of Lansing\, just steps from the seat of government! \nHotel Accommodations: (Connected to the conference venue via walkway) \nDouble Tree Lansing (formerly Radisson Lansing) \n111 N. Grand Avenue\, Lansing\, MI 48933 \nConference At a Glance:  \nThe Conference At a Glance Schedule is available. 2023 MACAE Conference at a Glance \nCall for Presentations:  \nWe are now accepting presentation requests.  Please complete this form if you are interested in presenting at the conference. \nAward Nominations:  \nMACAE Award Nominations are being accepted. Please complete the form here.
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-40th-anniversary-fall-conference-october-15-18-2023/
LOCATION:Lansing Center\, 333 E Michigan Ave\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States
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SUMMARY:2023 MACAE Virtual Pre-Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open now!  \n  \n2023 MACAE Virtual Pre-Conference  \nFriday\, October 6\, 2023 \nVirtual Zoom Webinar \n9:00am-1:30pm Virtual Training  \n  \nCost: \n$100 Registration \n  \nLive virtual; thereafter asynchronous learning through October 6\, 2023 \n  \nDescription: \nThe 2023 MACAE Virtual Pre-Conference will be an opportunity for alternative and adult education instructional staff to participate in quality professional development.  Four sessions will offer insights into working with English Language Learners and Math learners who need additional assistance.  In addition there will be an overview of adult education trends as well.  Finally\, a presentation will encompass problem based learning integration into classroom and the strategies for successful implementation. \n  \nSCECHS:               AGENDA: \n  \n0.5                          9:00am-9:30am: Adult Education Opportunities Across Michigan \nMACAE Leadership will lead a brief overview of the significant updates in adult education policy for 2023-2024. We will highlight recent changes\, policy investments and help break down the future of adult learning in Michigan. \n  \n  \n1.0                          9:30am– 10:30am: Problem Based Learning: A Tool for Learner Success \nWhat is problem based learning? We will examine how problem based learning is being explored as an effective instructional strategy for youth and adult learners.  We will share concrete examples of how it is being utilized in practical settings. Participants will walk away with examples of how they can begin to employ problem based learning practices in their program design and instruction. \n  \nBreak                    10:30am-10:45am \n  \n1.0                          10:45am-11:45am: Getting Started with Math \nAre you looking for strategies to helping adult learners get started with math instruction for successful completion? What are some of the best ways to evaluate and help accelerate learners? This session will provide several strategies to use with math-anxious or math-frustrated students in Adult Ed. In addition it will provide practical strategies for how to organize effective strategies for instruction to help math learners.  We will share some tools for setting up your classroom instruction and organizational of units.  This presentation will help give the teacher strategies to bridge the gap. \n  \nBreak for Lunch 11:45am-12:30pm \n  \n1.0                          12:30pm-1:30pm: Igniting Change: Empowering Adult Learners as Education Advocates\nNavigating the landscape of adult education demands more than just knowledge acquisition—it demands the ability to champion one’s own learning journey. This session delves into innovative methodologies and proven strategies to empower adult learners as advocates for the very education that shapes their lives. By honing their skills in storytelling\, public speaking\, and community engagement\, adult learners can effectively advocate for resources\, support\, and policy changes that fuel the growth of adult education. Join me to explore how fostering a culture of advocacy not only empowers individual learners but also strengthens the foundation of adult education as a whole. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic conversation that amplifies the voices driving change in adult education.  Participants will walk away with practical strategies to enhance authentic student voice in program design and instruction. \n  \n1:30pm Wrap Up and Evaluations \n  \nTotal: 3.5 SCECHs
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-virtual-pre-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230926T160000
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SUMMARY:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation Opportunities: \n\nAs we launch into a new program year I would like to highlight the historical nature and focus of our work over the months ahead.  We have ahead of us a year of opportunity and strategic planning concerning the significant investments in adult education. Overall\, the system has the ability to be infused with $25million.  This is a time for us to come together\, collaborate\, expand and grow and to be bold. \n \nAs an association we think it is of high importance to discuss and share with you resources for innovation around adult education programming. Please make every plan to join one of the following conversation opportunities about Section 107a.  Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the appropriate link.  You will receive an access link after registering. It is our intent that all adult education providers participate in one of these sessions. \n\n\nWednesday\, September 13\, 2023 from 10:00am-11:00am (All Providers): Register here \nTuesday\, September 19\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here\nTuesday\, September 26\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here
URL:https://macae.org/event/section-107-107a-dialogue-conversation-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230919T160000
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SUMMARY:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation:
DESCRIPTION:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation Opportunities: \n\nAs we launch into a new program year I would like to highlight the historical nature and focus of our work over the months ahead.  We have ahead of us a year of opportunity and strategic planning concerning the significant investments in adult education. Overall\, the system has the ability to be infused with $25million.  This is a time for us to come together\, collaborate\, expand and grow and to be bold. \n \nAs an association we think it is of high importance to discuss and share with you resources for innovation around adult education programming. Please make every plan to join one of the following conversation opportunities about Section 107a.  Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the appropriate link.  You will receive an access link after registering. It is our intent that all adult education providers participate in one of these sessions. \n\n\nWednesday\, September 13\, 2023 from 10:00am-11:00am (All Providers): Register here \nTuesday\, September 19\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here\nTuesday\, September 26\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here
URL:https://macae.org/event/section-107-107a-dialogue-conversation-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Adult Education and Family Literacy Week: September 18-22
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with us as we recognize the impact of adult education and family literacy with a week of events across the state!
URL:https://macae.org/event/adult-education-and-family-literacy-week-september-18-22/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230914T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230914T150000
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SUMMARY:New to MACAE and Adult Education Training
DESCRIPTION:Register for New to Adult Education and MACAE Training: Thursday\, September 14th in Lansing \n\nYou can register here!  \nThis training is open for new members of MACAE and for new or recently new Directors and administrators\, teachers or program support staff of adult education.  This professional development  will review some of the major news and developments regarding adult education through the MACAE association.  We will share some of the important functions of the association\, ways to be engaged in professional learning communities and important features and functions of our website. We will share new strategies and research surrounding adult education and updates pertaining to the daily management and operations of programs.  We will also share some of the latest information on MAERS information\, instructional strategies and more.  Participants will leave with a better understanding of the adult education landscape in Michigan. 
URL:https://macae.org/event/new-to-macae-and-adult-education-training/
LOCATION:MACAE Office\, 826 Municipal Way\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48917
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230913T110000
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SUMMARY:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Section 107/107a Dialogue Conversation Opportunities: \n\nAs we launch into a new program year I would like to highlight the historical nature and focus of our work over the months ahead.  We have ahead of us a year of opportunity and strategic planning concerning the significant investments in adult education. Overall\, the system has the ability to be infused with $25million.  This is a time for us to come together\, collaborate\, expand and grow and to be bold. \n \nAs an association we think it is of high importance to discuss and share with you resources for innovation around adult education programming. Please make every plan to join one of the following conversation opportunities about Section 107a.  Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the appropriate link.  You will receive an access link after registering. It is our intent that all adult education providers participate in one of these sessions. \n\n\nWednesday\, September 13\, 2023 from 10:00am-11:00am (All Providers): Register here \nTuesday\, September 19\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here\nTuesday\, September 26\, 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm (All Providers): Register here\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://macae.org/event/section-107-107a-dialogue-conversation/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230815T164500
DTSTAMP:20260417T171114
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SUMMARY:MACAE Fall Conference 2023 Exhibitor Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in being an exhibitor or sponsor for our upcoming Fall Conference scheduled for October 15-18th? Please join us for this informational session on the opportunities available and how you might participate! Please email Patrick Brown at macaeoutreach@gmail.com for more information. \n 
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-fall-conference-2023-exhibitor-information-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230812T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T140000
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SUMMARY:MACAE August 2023 Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The monthly meeting of the MACAE Board of Directors.  Guests are welcome to attend and speak during the public comment section of the meeting by emailing Patrick Brown at macaeoutreach@gmail.com.
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-august-2023-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230803T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230803T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T171114
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SUMMARY:MACAE August 2023 Membership Check-In
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the MACAE August 2023 Membership Check-In! Members should check their inbox for the link.
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-august-2023-membership-check-in/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230607T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T171114
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SUMMARY:June 2023 MACAE Membership Check-In
DESCRIPTION:All MACAE Members are invited to the monthly Membership Check-In. Timely and relevant updates for all members in the association in related content areas.
URL:https://macae.org/event/june-2023-macae-membership-check-in/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220923T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220923T103000
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SUMMARY:MACAE PD: New to MACAE and Adult Education
DESCRIPTION:New to MACAE and Adult Education Training \nFriday\, September 23\, 2022 \nVirtual Zoom Webinar \n9:00am-10:30am Virtual Training  \nRegistration for MACAE Members is free: MACAE Members register here \nRegistration for Non-Members is a cost: Non-Members register here. \nCost: \nFree for MACAE Members (included in Membership costs); $50 for Non-Members (Half Day session) \nFormat: \nAccessible through May 31\, 2022 because it is recorded virtual training for asynchronous learning. \nDescription: \nThe training is open for new members of MACAE and for new or recently new Directors and administrators\, teachers or program support staff of adult education.  This professional development will review some of the major news and developments regarding adult education through the MACAE association.  We will share some of the important functions of the association\, ways to be engaged in professional learning communities and important features and functions of our website. We will share new strategies and research surrounding adult education and updates pertaining to the daily management and operations of programs.  We will also share some of the latest information on MAERS information\, instructional strategies and more.  Participants will leave with a better understanding of the adult education landscape in Michigan. \nFacilitator: \nPatrick Brown is the Executive Director of the Michigan Adult\, Community and Alternative Education (MACAE) Association. He previously served in the education sector at the high school and adult education levels.  He has presented at the statewide and national levels on topics related to curriculum development\, instructional delivery and design\, program administration and strategic planning. \nSCECHS:               AGENDA: \n.5                            9:00am– 9:30am: MACAE Update \nSharing updates from the MACAE Association regarding professional learning communities\, research and advocacy initiatives. \n.5                            9:30am-10:00am: Overview of Adult Education in Michigan \nThis update will include a history of programming in Michigan and current funding for Section and WIOA\, Assessment Policy Changes and Updates\, Programming and Operations \n.5                            10:00am-10:30: Breakout discussion: \nThere will important breakout mini sessions on how to support financial oversight and program management\, innovative instructional strategies and outcomes for data support staff. \nAfter small groups\, all small groups with share their top goals for the next program year and also their top questions or priorities that we will focus on for future meetings. \n10:30am Wrap Up and Evaluations \nTotal: 1.5 SCECHs
URL:https://macae.org/event/macae-pd-new-to-macae-and-adult-education/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220918T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220924T170000
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SUMMARY:Adult Education and Family Literacy Week 2022
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for AEFL Week! MACAE and the Office of Adult Education Staff are collaborating on a number of ways to celebrate the week! We hope you will post on your social media about the week and the importance of this programming. More details and an informational packet to come from our office. If you have a specific event planned for that week\, please let us know.
URL:https://macae.org/event/adult-education-and-family-literacy-week-2022/
LOCATION:MI
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