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Colleagues, To post information, and/or to receive the bulletin via email, please contact the AEPDC or leave a message at (401-863-2839). 
Janet Isserlis NOTICES -
– in
addition to events listed here, a recently updated list of events
(including workforce development workshops, new practitioner Professional Development Opportunities Summer '09- June '10 from Robin Adams: I'm writing to invite all case managers to the first meeting of this new fiscal year. This is an opportunity for us to begin the year with some important dialogue regarding our work, our challenges, and our successes. This discussion will help us to identify our own best practices as well as the most pressing and persistent challenges that impact our students' experience in the adult education system. With this information we will begin to outline a strategic plan for the coming year. I'm hoping to get all case managers involved - or at least one representative from each agency. Please join us! Thursday, July 23rd, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane in Warwick, (401) 739-5440 Feel free to give me a call if you have any questions or need additional information. If representation from your agency is not possible for this meeting, please call me to discuss a site visit. I'm happy to come to your agency and meet with your staff at your location. Have a wonderful July 4th weekend! - Robin Adams, PD Specialist - Workforce Development (401) 456-2830 radams@ric.edu ESOL share – look for a new opportunity to choose a date later this month or early in August. May conference - huge thanks to all who participated. If you haven't completed an evaluation form, please contact janet_isserlis@brown.edu - I can send one to your electronically. As well, if you've completed a workplan/follow up plan, please let us that, too. Your feedback really does matter. The 18th Annual Summer@Brown College Fair - Thursday, July 9, 6:30 - 8:00pm Olney-Margolies Athletic Center (OMAC), 235 Hope St., Providence Free and open to the public - students and parents welcome. The Fair offers students an opportunity to network with representatives from more than 100 colleges, universities and conservatories. More info: http://brown.edu/scs/pre-college/outside-classroom/college-fair.php Call for Proposals Our Stories, OurSelves: The EmBODYment of Women's Learning Mev Miller, Ed.D. & Kathleen P. King, Ed.D. Editors How do women's bodies matter in adult literacy and basic education? Our Volume 1 -- Empowering Women through Literacy: Views from Experience (http://www.litwomen.org/publications/empower/) -- focused on empowering women in the classroom and primarily addressed intellectual and personal barriers to and growth for women's literacy learning. However, we are aware of the many ways in which women's bodies and whole selves are integral to the womanhood we celebrate, yet are ignored, or even silenced, in traditional adult ABE, ESOL, and literacy classes. Even when we do recognize or talk about women's bodies, these discussions generally focus on sexual violence, childcare/parenting, or health. Educators and students seek expression as embodied women, but find these realities difficult to include in current programs and classes. The editors seek to gather writings about the many dimensions of womanhood, specifically related to em-body-ment, as they are experienced in literacy and basic/developmental educational settings. We encourage a variety of genres including stories, creative writing, poetry, articles, drawings, and research. details: http://www.litwomen.org/publications/embody/ - Proposal Deadline: September 30, 2009 more: WeLearn June News Flash: http://app.e2ma.net/campaign/30194.8ff436c23556d03eec896688263cb620 Call for manuscripts: Exploring Adult Literacy, the on-line journal of the Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers (http://www.aleronline.org/, formerly the College Reading Association) is sending out a call for manuscripts. The deadline to submit manuscripts is August 21, for publication in October 2009. Manuscripts should reflect the interests of the Adult Learning Division of the Association. The Adult Learning Division is concerned with the needs of adult learners who do not have a high school diploma. Adult Learning also focuses on life-long learning for all adults. This division deals with issues of instructional practices, family literacy, and workforce education. Please send electronic copies of manuscripts or questions to Dianna Baycich at dbaycich@literacy.kent.edu . Previous issues of the journal can be found at http://literacy.kent.edu/cra/ Focus group invitation: Dear Adult Educator: You are invited to participate by telephone in a "focus group" interview about adult education assessments. CTB/McGraw-Hill is sponsoring a small number of group discussions among educators nationwide who are using adult education assessments -- either computer based or paper-and-pencil. The goal of this research is to better understand the challenges involved in using the assessment products currently available for the adult education market. The discussions are scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16 at 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm EDT. Each discussion will last approximately 90 minutes. Educators selected to participate will receive a toll-free conference-call number and can join the discussion from any telephone. Participants will receive a $75 honorarium -- but space is limited. To find out if you are eligible to participate in this research, click on the link below and answer the questions in our three-minute online questionnaire. http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/146940/ctb-mcgraw-hill-adult-education-focus-groups The company responsible for coordinating this study (Saperstein Associates) will notify those selected to participate no later than 5:00 pm, Wednesday, July 8. We appreciate your interest in this study. - Holly Knight, Project Manager Saperstein Associates, Inc. Columbus, Ohio 1-800-860-3573 holly@sapersteinassociates.com free health screenings: total cholesterol levels, blood pressure, bone density, glucose levels, waist circumference and body mass index Thursday, July 16—Walgreens 553 Elmwood Avenue-Providence Friday, July 17—Walgreens 100 Broad Street, Pawtucket Saturday, July 18—Walgreens 45 Cumberland Street, Woonsocket Sunday, July 19—Walgreens 1 Pocasset Avenue, Providence Monday, July 20—Walgreens, 1763 Broad Street, Cranston Mom needs a strong math tutor to spend 1 or 2 hours a week during the summer with a high school junior to work on all types of math (algebra and calculus, etc) to prepare for senior year with more confidence and also for SAT test prep. Please call (401) 345-1106. Volunteer tutor sought : An international university student, in Providence, seeks a tutor to work on speaking and listening skills. Please contact hui_yang@mail.uri.edu to learn more. learning opportunities NAASLN's July 13, 4:00 – 5:00 Webinar offers another opportunity to attend Dr. Richard Cooper's popular online presentation, Structured Learning. Dr. Cooper is a learning specialist in the field of learning disabilities. Description: Many adult students who have learning or attention problems manifest poor organizational skills and appear to lack structure. While most learners are able to structure their studying to master the course material, students who have learning problems seem to "spin their wheels trying this and that” and make little progress. Their lack of structure often results in inefficiencies and ineffectiveness when learning and studying. This presentation will provide participants with techniques to help adult learners who have problems with organization and structure. Presenter: Richard Cooper, Ph.D., Director and Founder of the Center for Alternative Learning; is a nationally acclaimed learning specialist, trainer, speaker and author with 25 years of experience as an adult educator, providing staff development training nation wide on the subjects related to learning disabilities, problems and differences. Register ONLINE http://www.naasln.org/webinars.htm Fee per session: $30.00 Non-Members $20.00 Members Fee per video of this session: $30.00 Non-Members $20.00 Members ** **NAASLN Members: To get this discounted fee of $20.00 when you register online, use your Members Only Code. If you misplaced your code, contact us at info@naasln.org and we will send it to you. If you have any questions about the Webinar Series email info@naasln.org, or about registration email naasln@kocmemberservices.com. You can also leave a message at 888-5NAASLN (888-5622756) WEBINAR Benefits: One hour of quality professional development at your desk All you need is a computer and a telephone Real time presentations and recorded presentations Audio and visual simultaneous presentation Q & A during presentation Follow-up postings on NAASLN website Certificate of attendance offered for proof of professional development Registration open for 2009 Supporting Meaningful Employment - a Person Centered Approach to Career Planning, Job Development and Job Retention, September – December 2009 Approved National ACRE Certificate Program RI College 3 credit undergraduate course (pending) Past graduates report a 40% increase in job placements, a 60% increase in employer contact and improved practices such as: use of community resources, facilitating job seeker self determination and individualized job development strategies. Supporting Meaningful Employment: a 36 hour course offered by The Sherlock Center on Disabilities, RI College and sponsored by the RIDHS- Office of Rehabilitation Services. For more information about the Supporting Meaningful Employment course, please contact Vicki Ferrara, (401) 456-8092 or vferrara@ric.edu. brochure: http://www.ric.edu/sherlockcenter/publications/sme.pdf COLLEGE PREPARATION FOR ADULTS: RIRAL TTC is a partner in the RI Statewide Transition to College initiative and a natural segue for GED, EDP, and Advanced ESL students prior to post -secondary education. The semester long program offers intensive college preparation classes including student success workshops, academic instruction in reading, writing, math, computer, and study skills to prepare students for college readiness and Accuplacer testing. Career exploration using DISCOVER online and monthly mentoring workshops are also part of the curriculum. Students receive assistance with the financial aid and college application process and academic advising and counseling prior to registration for college courses. While attending RIRAL TTC, students enroll as a cohort in College Reading (ENGL0850) at CCRI in Providence. There are three sessions a year, two evening and one weekend. Call today to attend an Information Session to start the Admissions process. RIRAL TTC Information Sessions for fall Evening and Weekend programs: Tuesday, July 7 at 5:00 pm Saturdays at 10:00 am: May 16, July 11 The RIRAL TTC initiative is a free program with funding provided by the Rhode Island Department of Education and the Nellie Mae Educational Foundation in collaboration with the Community College of Rhode Island. For more information, contact: Marie Crecca-Romero, Program Director at 722.9800 or by email at MarieCrecca-Romero@riral.org. National Priorities Project analyzes and clarifies federal data so that people can understand and influence how their tax dollars are spent. Numeracy, critical thinking and technology: have a look http://www.nationalpriorities.org/costofwar_home funding opportunities - large and less large - grants from the Public Education Network: http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp - The federal government's new one stop
grant
site: http://www.grants.gov/ The Poverty & Race Research Action Council (PRRAC) announces another round of education reform grants in areas of social science research. PRACC is particularly interested in issues such as high classroom turnover/mobility and its disproportionate impact on low-income, minority, and farm worker students. However, other issues will be considered as well. To apply, send PRRAC a proposal outlining the planned research and methodology, the advocacy work it is designed to support, a budget, timeline, and qualifications of the researchers. Maximum grant: $10,000. No application deadline. http://www.prrac.org/grants.php Funding Solutions for Small Nonprofit Organizations A collection of resources to help small nonprofit organizations fundraise including ways to motivate your board, sample fundraising letters, phonathon advice, and tips to improve your direct mail solicitation. http://www.nonprofit-innovations.com/ employment opportunities employment opportunities are generally sent as they arrive via email; if you would like to receive this bulletin, and those updates by email please contact janet_isserlis@brown.edu. Jobs for Change "seeks to spark a nationwide movement toward careers in the nonprofit, government, and social enterprise sectors" – online at http://jobs.change.org/ Substitute teaching: The Genesis Center is interested in adding to its substitute list. If you are an ESOL instructor who is interested in occasional work as a substitute, either day, evening or Saturday hours, please call Nancy Fritz or Pat Clarkin at 781-6110. Jobs in Literacy – nation wide postings on the National Institute for Literacy's LINCS site: http://www.nifl.gov/cgi-bin/lincs/jobs/jobs.cgi Substitute list: if you would like your name added to the general list, please see contact LR/RI. The list needs to be updated so that it can function more usefully for teachers and programs hoping to work with them. (http://www.brown.edu/lrri/sub.html) Rhode Island Community Jobs (RICOMJOB) is a public e-mail announcement list that seeks to raise the profile of meaningful work in Rhode Island by helping non-profit and public interest employers publicize openings effectively. Anyone seeking a job that makes a difference in Rhode Island can join the list. Any non-profit, government or private sector employer advertising a paid position related to the public interest or community concerns can post a free job listing. Positions must be paid but may be part-time, full-time or temporary. To join the list as a job seeker or to post a job as an employer go to: http://www.ricommunityjobs.org Rhode Island Community Jobs is supported by
the Swearer
Center
for Public
Service at Brown University and the Rhode Island Campus Compact. Unemployment
lifeline – from the AFL-CIO,
with locally-searchable links to resources http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/
online / resources available from Jobs for the Future (JFF) newswire; To subscribe, go to http://www.jff.org and click the link near the bottom of the home page. POSITIONING SCHOOLS AND INTERVENTIONS FOR OFF-TRACK AND OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTH http://www.jff.org/KnowledgeCenter/The+American+Recovery+and+Reinvestment+Act+Education +and+Reform+Assurances%3A+Positioning+Schools+and+Interventions+for+Off-Track+and+Out-of-School+Youth+.html The U.S. Secretary of Education will soon issue requests to states for proposals as a part of the Race to the Top and Invest in What Works and Innovation competitive grant programs. In response to this opportunity, the recommendations in this paper can help guide dialogue about ways to advance ongoing efforts to launch and sustain schools and interventions for off-track/out-of-school youth. Reauthorizing the Workforce Investment Act: A Down Payment on a Workforce Development System for the 21st Century http://www.jff.org/KnowledgeCenter/Reauthorizing+the+Workforce+Investment+Act%3A++A+Down+ Payment+on+a+Workforce+Development+System+for+the+21st+Century.html As Congress and the Obama Administration move forward with reauthorizing the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, building on the successes of the current system gives us a head start. WIA is an important vehicle for aligning incentives and strategies across economic development, secondary and postsecondary education, and the employment and workforce systems, and for doing so at the federal, state, and local levels. JFF has provided recommendations to help Congress revisit the act as part of a broader push for coherent, comprehensive, and effective support of workforce and economic development nationwide. JFF envisions a modernized workforce development system that is: powerful enough to build and maintain a 21stâ€"century workforce; multifunctional, to meet the needs of youth, workers, employers, and communities; and flexible, to adapt to a dynamic, competitive global economy.. Career First: Filling a Critical Gap in Postsecondary Options http://www.jff.org/Content/Current+Projects_Improving+Youth+Transitions_Career+First%3A+Filling+a+Critical+Gap+in+Postsecondary+Options.html The goal of Career First, a program model being developed by JFF with funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is to build a new, high-quality pathway that improves postsecondary outcomes for older youth, ages 18-26. High Growth Job Training Initiative: Long-Term Care http://www.jff.org/Content/Current+Projects_Building+Economic+Opportunity+for+Adults_High+Growth+Job+Training+Initiative.html This three-year project of the U.S. Department of Labor responds to critical needs for a more highly skilled labor force caring for America†s aging population. The initiative supports six partnerships of long-term care employers, educational organizations, and in some cases, workforce intermediaries. JFF manages technical assistance to the initiative. the Math Bulletin, developed by SABES http://www.sabes.org/resources/publications/mathbulletin/math-bulletin-june2009.pdf talk about it: discussion lists – summer may be a good time to catch up on what other adult educators are talking about. You may already be subscribed to some of these discussion lists; the archives of conversations are also posted on line – you can follow any of the lists without subscribing: http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/discussions/discussions.html and check out the Adult Literacy Education wiki – a site rich in resources and to which anyone can add content http://wiki.literacytent.org/index.php/Main_Page and, finally http://www.brokelyn.com/how-to-build-a-boat-in-an-afternoon/ Good geography refresher...and good mouse skill practice as well. http://jimspages.com/States.htm from Kate Northcott, Director, Student Literacy Corps Webster University resources at FREE, the website that makes it easier to find teaching and learning resources from the federal government: http://www.free.ed.gov/ Math - What's the Problem? examines the state of math education in the U.S. and the roles of culture, technology, and research on improving math learning and proficiency. Learn about the "miles per gallon illusion" and the train problem. Discover resources on fractals, matrices, human face recognition, biomimetic research, computational conformal mapping, and the "kissing number" of a sphere. (National Science Foundation) http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=2131 Understanding Taxes includes lesson plans, tutorials, and role playing simulations to help students from middle school up learn about dozens of topics -- taxpayer rights, the history of taxes, indirect taxes, progressive and proportional taxes, exemptions, dependents, education credits, earned income credit, how taxes influence behavior, the politics of taxes, your first job, and more. It also includes 14 self-paced modules offering a step-by-step approach to tax preparation. (Internal Revenue Service) http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=2135 Science - Data in the Classroom provides curriculum guides for using real scientific data to investigate earth processes. Each guide focuses on a topic (sea level, water quality, and El El Niño) and starts with a question: How are sea levels monitored and measured? How is water quality monitored? How does El Niño really work? (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=2136 Diagnoser is a web-based program that lets teachers assign questions for students to answer on the web. As students answer questions, they receive feedback. Teachers can see reports on students' thinking related to the assigned content. Current topics include force and motion; sound, light and waves; human body systems, and properties of matter. (UCLA, National Science Foundation) http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=2134 online from CAELA - information on transitioning adult English language learners to the workforce or to further study: Workplace Instruction and Workforce Preparation for Adult Immigrants http://www.cal.org/caela/esl_resources/briefs/work.html Supporting Adult English Language Learners' Transitions to Postsecondary Education http://www.cal.org/caela/esl_resources/briefs/transition.html Progress – a publication of the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center; featuring in its winter/spring issue information about online learning for adults at multiple levels: http://www.valrc.org/publications/newsletter.html from NIFL's workplace literacy list (for more see http://www.nifl.gov/pipermail/workplace/2009/002275.html ) Community Literacy Planning Guide - This planning guide will support communities as they: gather together to talk about literacy; decide to participate in the Literacy Now Communities program; submit an application for planning funds; mobilize local community energy and knowledge; assess the community’s literacy needs; build on existing literacy work and address important gaps; and prepare a community plan. http://www.2010legaciesnow.com/fileadmin/user_upload/Embrace_Learning/PDF/LiteracyNow_Guide.pdf The New England Literacy Resource Center (NELRC) has published the findings of action research done by 18 New England adult education programs that investigated persistence strategies in their varied contexts over the course of a semester. This report of the New England Learner Persistence Project is online at http://nelrc.org/persist/report09.pdf. In addition to describing the specific strategies and outcomes that resulted in each program, the researchers concluded that persistence can be improved by addressing key adult needs, such as the need to feel competent or the need for a sense of community. To see other work being done at NELRC, see http://www.nelrc.org/expertise/index.html. - Andy Nash, New England Literacy Resource Center Minnesota Literacy Council's online training site – for out of state users: The courses for adult learners and educators on the Minnesota Literacy Council (MLC) online training site are developed and maintained by MLC staff through supplemental service grants from the Minnesota Department of Education. They are provided free of charge to Minnesota’s adult learners, teachers, volunteers, and other Adult Basic Education practitioners. Out-of-state visitors are welcome to explore the site to access learning resources as well, but we cannot offer CEUs or course completion certificates to out-of-state users. If you are a not a Minnesota resident, you are welcome to browse the self-access online learning materials, but please do not submit course assignments as we will not be able to respond to your submissions. http://online.themlc.org/ Refugees From Iraq - in-depth information about refugee groups from Iraq, describing the various ethnic and religious communities of Iraqi Arabs (both Sunni and Shi’a), Iraqi Christians, and others. Topics include history, conditions in countries of asylum, characteristics of the refugee population, cultural features of each of the different communities, religion, language, education, and resettlement considerations. http://www.cal.org/topics/ri/backgrounders.html online: LessonWriter.com is a free website where teachers can copy, paste and submit any text (an article, essay, story, etc.) and create comprehensive, standards -based lesson plans and student materials in minutes. LessonWriter is a simple, fast and free way to use authentic, high-interest content to motivate students while delivering the explicit language instruction that ELL's need in both English and content-area classes. There are advanced features that can differentiate instruction for multilevel classes and class tracking features that will automatically scaffold lessons. http://www.lessonwriter.com RI DLT's Rhode Island Red job search feature is now drawing job postings from ALL local jobs boards (except Monster.com). To access this resource visit RI RED http://www.dlt.ri.gov/rired/ -- under quick menu click job search; choose location search criteria, provide job title or other criteria. Source codes are listed at the bottom of the page Lots to do at the library Providence Public Library's calendar of events: http://www.provlib.org/calendar.asp Workplace Essential Skills and GED Connection series Available Through VIDEO-ON-DEMAND The adult learning series Workplace Essential Skills and GED Connection are available online through the Rhode Island PBS video streaming portal. In 25 half -hour segments, the Workplace Essential Skills series presents refreshers in fundamental reading, writing, and math skills as they relate to getting, keeping, or advancing in a job. Lessons also cover job applications, resume writing, and job interviews. An orientation segment touches upon the use of the different components included in this series. Lessons are written at a pre-GED level, and can help prepare adults for the GED tests. Four workbooks accompany the series. In 39 half-hour programs, the GED Connection helps learners prepare for the GED exam. Episodes cover subjects and skills related to work, community, and home life. Practice tests help learners know what to expect, see which skills they need to strengthen, and build confidence. Access to Workplace Essential Skills and GED Connection series through RI PBS video streaming is free. Users access VOD through an account and passcode, available by email request to Education@ RIpbs.org or by calling Education Services at 401-222-3636 x 211. Video streaming, also known as video on demand (VOD), allows users the convenience of watching lessons at any time from an Internet-connected computer. VOD is also flexible, allowing users to watch several episodes in one sitting, or repeat lessons as often as desired. Both the Workplace Essential Skills and the GED Connection series are also broadcast on RI PBS LEARN, digital 36.2 and Verizon 787. The Workplace Essential Skills broadcasts Fridays at 12:30 PM and the GED Connection series broadcasts Mondays, Tuesdays, and Sundays at 12:30 PM. For Workplace Essential Skills and the GED Connection broadcast dates please visit: http://www.pbs.org/tvschedules/ For information about RIPBS Education Services please visit out web pages at http://www.ripbs.org/Education/ - Dr. María D. Velásquez de Tondreau Education Director Rhode Island PBS 50 Park Lane Providence, RI 02907 Phone: (401) 222-3636, ext. 211 Fax: (401) 222-3407 Education@RIpbs.org National Research and Development Centre for Adult Literacy and Numeracy, dedicated to conducting research and development projects to improve literacy, numeracy, language and related skills and knowledge. On this site you will find information on all our activities, including: Research and development projects <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/projects.asp> Creative routes to specialist teacher qualifications <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/creativeroutes> The Voices on the Page storybank is now live! Read all of the 640 stories here <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/voicesonthepage.asp> Research reports and reviews <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/content.asp?CategoryID=329> Latest e- newsletter <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/content.asp?CategoryID=671> News and events <http://www.nrdc.org.uk/news.asp> google literacy site: http://www.google.com/literacy/ outstanding resource: http://www.youthliteracy.ca/ - Youth Literacy work in Canada The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), Assisting Refugees with Disabilities Program : Resource Guide for Serving Refugees with Disabilities available at http://www.refugees.org/DisabilityGuide The guide, written for refugee case managers and those serving refugees with disabilities, includes 139 pages of information about resources for serving adults and children with disabilities, housing for refugees with disabilities, assistive technology, medical resources, citizenship and disability, benefits for refugees with disabilities and more. If you have any questions or technical assistance needs, please contact Xuan Nguyen, Director of USCRI Health and Human Services at xnguyen@uscridc.org or at 202-347-3507 ext 3056. RI Foundation online scholarship directory - searchable by city/town, intended field of study, current high school, and more. http://scholarship.rifoundation.org/ YouthBuild USA Learning Network has links to Web sites and full-text documents, and includes a section on "Authentic Materials/Engaged Learning/Constructivism/Contextual Learning/Project-based Learning." http://www.youthbuild.org/learningnetwork/professionaldev.html conferences and workshops - conferences and workshops are listed chronologically and are updated with each bulletin Rhode Island - Training/events around employment issues for people with disabilities http://www.ric.edu/uap/training. Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication July 15-31 Reed College, Portland, Oregon The 33rd annual Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication (SIIC) offers professional development opportunities for people working in education, training, business, and consulting, in both international and domestic intercultural contexts. One of the premier gatherings of professionals in the field of intercultural communication, SIIC presents a unique opportunity to explore the field and network with others in a stimulating and supportive environment. Choose from more than 40 in-depth workshops and seminars on intercultural topics such as conflict management, diversity, global leadership, corporate management, and training. SIIC also offers academic credit, internships, certificate programs, an intercultural library and bookstore, and free evening programs. Workshops are offered in 3- and 5-day formats, and one-day workshops on July 18th. http://www.intercultural.org/siic.php The Summer Institute is sponsored by the Intercultural Communication Institute (ICI), a nonprofit charity with the mission of fostering an awareness and appreciation of cultural difference. ICI offers a Master of Arts in Intercultural Relations, maintains an extensive reference library, and provides referrals and information on intercultural topics. The National College Transition Network at World Education - third annual national conference on Effective Transitions in Adult Education to be held on November 16 - 17, in Providence. other events and conferences http://www.nifl.gov/cgi-bin/Calendar/calendar_world.cgi TESOL worldwide
calendar of events http://www.tesol.org/isaffil/calendar/index.html
breathe - everyday yoga at your desk. http://www.mydailyyoga.com/yoga/everyday_yoga.html street yoga - Through the teaching of free yoga, meditation and wellness classes we seek to help homeless youth increase their physical, emotional and spiritual strength, stamina and flexibility so they can better meet their own core needs. We work closely with those service providers striving to help homeless youth secure safe housing, nutritious food, accessible health care, employment, clean clothing, educational choices and human dignity.
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