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Artificial Intelligence & English Language Development
WebinarRegister Now Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Presenter: Maggie Essig ECPD Credit: 2 hours Event ID: 265503069 Artificial Intelligence & English Language Development Explore various artificial intelligence tools that educators can use in planning and instruction for Multilingual Learners. Envision creative strategies to support English language development using AI. Discuss how to model responsible use of AI for students. Target Audience: Educators of Multilingual Learners
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The Bilingual Writer’s Toolkit: Syllables, Verbs, and Custom Readers
The Center: Resources for Teaching & Learning 2626 S. Clearbrook Drive, Arlington Heights, ILRegister Now Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Presenter: Rachell Plote ECPD Credit Hours: 3 Event ID: 265503104 Location: The Center: IRC 2626 S. Clearbrook Dr. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 The Bilingual Writer’s Toolkit: Syllables, Verbs, and Custom Readers This workshop provides a practical roadmap for teaching reading and writing in Spanish through a biliteracy lens. Participants will leave with ideas for teaching primary Spanish literacy using the “3 S’s”: Sílabas: Move beyond ma-me-mi-mo-mu and apply phonetic knowledge to multi-syllabic [...]
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Authentic Assessment Options of Multilingual Learners
WebinarRegister Now Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 Presenter: Vanessa Figueroa ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 265503075 Authentic Assessment Options of Multilingual Learners The goal of the session is to discuss a variety of options to authentically assess multilingual learners such as through paper-based and/or digital portfolios. We will discuss ways to examine language development across the language domains: listening, speaking, reading, writing, representing as well as a tool to assess their level of acculturation. Target Audience: Teachers-All Levels
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Voices of Leadership: District Administrators’ Experiences Leading English Learning Programs
WebinarRegister Now Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit: 2 Hours Event ID: 265503089 Voices of Leadership: District Administrators' Experiences Leading English Learning Programs This workshop shares findings from a study exploring the lived experiences of administrators leading English Learner (EL) programs. Participants will examine how administrators work to improve student achievement, develop and sustain program infrastructure, and identify the leadership skills essential for success. Key successes, challenges, and strategies will be highlighted to provide practical insights that help leaders strengthen programs and enhance programs for English learners. Target Audience: K-12 Administrators, Teacher Leaders, and Teachers.
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Focus on Writing – An In-Person Series on Supporting Multilingual Writers
The Center: Resources for Teaching & Learning 2626 S. Clearbrook Drive, Arlington Heights, ILRegister Now Date: June 17, 18, 19, 2026 (9:30 - 2:30 daily) Presenter: Michele Yanong ECPD Credit Hours: 15 Event ID: 265503091 Location: The Center: IRC 2626 S. Clearbrook Dr. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Focus on Writing - An In-Person Series on Supporting Multilingual Writers In this 3-Day workshop, participants will explore writing instruction through a workshop model, practice using mentor texts to support language acquisition, and explore routines that create joyful writing experiences! Focus on Writing DAY 1 [...]
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The Oracy-Literacy Connection: Strategic Talk for Bilingual Learners
The Center: Resources for Teaching & Learning 2626 S. Clearbrook Drive, Arlington Heights, ILRegister Now Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Presenter: Rachell Plote ECPD Credit Hours: 3 Event ID: 265503109 Location: The Center: IRC 2626 S. Clearbrook Dr. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 The Oracy-Literacy Connection: Strategic Talk for Bilingual Learners This three-hour workshop focuses on oracy as the essential foundation for biliteracy. Together, we will: Explore oracy strategies that move beyond basic "icebreakers" to help Spanish-English bilingual students develop the academic language they need to succeed in both languages. Discover why [...]
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IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference
Moraine Valley Community College, Conference Center 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills, IL, United StatesRegister Now Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 (does not have a designated lunch hour) Presenter: All IRC Specialists ECPD Credit Hours: 4.5 hours Event ID: 275503001 Location: Moraine Valley Community College 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills, IL 60465 IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference The Illinois Resource Center is proud to host a one-day mini conference that will support educators and leaders to feel empowered and equipped to lead in their schools and districts. This free, in-person conference will provide teachers with a whole-group learning experience (featuring [...]
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IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference
College of Lake County 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, IL, United StatesRegister Now Date: Monday, July 20, 2026 (does not have a designated lunch hour) Presenter: All IRC Specialists ECPD Credit Hours: 4.5 hours Event ID: 275503002 Location: College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, IL 60030 IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference The Illinois Resource Center is proud to host a one-day mini conference that will support educators and leaders to feel empowered and equipped to lead in their schools and districts. This free, in-person conference will provide teachers with a whole-group learning experience (featuring a special panel led by the IRC specialists) as well as [...]
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IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference
Moline-Coal Valley School District 1900 52nd Avenue, Moline, IL, United StatesRegister Now Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (does not have a designated lunch hour) Presenter: All IRC Specialists ECPD Credit Hours: 4.5 hours Event ID: 275503003 Location: Moline-Coal Valley School District, 1900 52nd Avenue, Moline, IL 61265 IRC’s EmpowerCon: A One-Day Mini Conference The Illinois Resource Center is proud to host a one-day mini conference that will support educators and leaders to feel empowered and equipped to lead in their schools and districts. This free, in-person conference will provide teachers with a whole-group learning experience (featuring a special panel led by the IRC specialists) as well as multiple breakout [...]
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Methods for Teaching Initial Spanish Literacy
WebinarRegister Now Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Presenter: Rachell Plote ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 275503024 Methods for Teaching Initial Spanish Literacy Do you teach Spanish literacy in a bilingual or dual language program? Or do you just want to expand your understanding of initial Spanish literacy development? Join me for a look at five instructional methods for teaching reading in Spanish. Deepen your understanding of Spanish literacy skill development in primary aged bilingual learners by examining five methods for initial Spanish literacy Explore similarities and differences between initial literacy instruction in Spanish with initial literacy instruction [...]
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