CALPRO: From Assets to Outcomes: Fundamentals of Adult Education Instruction

Presenter: DeAnne Berryhill
Description: Join this interactive session to unpack key concepts such as andragogy, asset-based approaches, data-informed and differentiated instruction. Discover how these approaches can align with curriculum standards, student learning outcomes, and course outlines. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for teaching adults and collaborate to brainstorm practical adaptations for their own classrooms.

OTAN: Generative AI: Managing Workflow, Lesson Activities, Materials Creation, and Refining Content

Co-Presenters: Audrey Dierdorff & Kristi Reyes
Description: Curious about how Generative Artificial Intelligence can support your daily work in adult
education? This practical workshop is designed specifically for faculty and staff in adult
education programs. Discover how large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and
Google Gemini can streamline your workflow, assist in ideation, and ultimately help you better serve your agency’s learners. In the first part of the session, we’ll explore how LLMs can assist with tasks such as goal setting and progress tracking as well as creating a variety of materials. The second part of the workshop will focus on using Generative AI to create engaging class activities and instructional materials.

OTAN: Building Engaging and Accessible Courses in Canvas

Co-Presenters: Dana Thompson & Chris Vela Che
Description: Take your Canvas courses from functional to exceptional! In this interactive session, we’ll dive into practical ways to design courses that are visually engaging, easy to navigate, and inclusive for all learners. Explore how thoughtful use of modules, pages, and multimedia can enhance student motivation and connection. We’ll also highlight accessibility essentials and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies that make content more usable and equitable. No matter your experience level, you’ll walk away with design frameworks, real examples, and quick wins to help your Canvas courses truly support teaching and learning.

CASAS: Data Mining & TE Admin Portal

AM: Data Mining to set Local, State, and Federal Performance Goals
PM: TOPSpro Enterprise Admin Portal
Presenter: Jay Wright

Education to Career Network: Instruction Without Boundaries: Versatile Teaching & Ed Tech Integration

Presenter: Matthew Rhoads
Description: This interactive workshop showcases fundamental instructional strategies seamlessly integrated with practical EdTech tools, empowering you to effectively teach across all settings – from ABE, HSD/HSE, and ESL to CTE, whether online, blended, or face-to-face. Discover how to leverage technology to amplify engagement, differentiate instruction, and foster deeper learning. More than just a lecture, this is your opportunity to actively rehearse and practice these strategies in real-time with fellow adult education professionals, gaining valuable feedback and fresh perspectives. You'll leave with not only proven techniques and the book Instruction Without Boundaries, full of instruction and EdTech resources examples, but also actionable extension activities and a framework to support you in refining these strategies and integrations as you move into the future. Join us to transform your teaching toolkit and build a more engaging and effective learning environment for every adult learner.

CAEP Consortium Leadership Academy

Final session of CAEP TAP Consortium Leadership Academy.
This is a closed session.

Program Book

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