KAEA 2025: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2025 KAEA Conference through Sched. Here you can purchase conference tickets, select desired sessions, view your schedule, and leave feedback.

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8:30am CST

Creation of Prerequisite classes for IELCE Pathways in ESL

Thursday February 27, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CST

Elm Room

Traditional students are expected to complete certain essential requirements before starting a pathway. JCAE has worked to create prerequisite classes for CNA and CDL pathways to prepare ESL students for the college class they will participate in. The teacher supports students by instructing on study skills, test taking skills, vocabulary and more. The CDL prerequisite focuses on getting their permit. The CNA prerequisite is designed to help students get their BLS certification, which includes a written exam. JCAE's prerequisite classes have such a high success rate that the college is wanting to implement them into their current curriculum. Come learn how you can apply this strategy in your program!

Presenters

Linda Turbyfill

Instructor, Johnson County Adult Education

Bio coming

IET Prerequisite Presentation pptx

Thursday February 27, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CST
Elm Room

English Language Aquisition

9:45am CST

IELCE Made Easy

Thursday February 27, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST

Pecan Room

Let’s integrate! Adult ELA programs across the nation are tasked with delivering relevant and standards-based curriculum that integrates English language literacy, civics education, and career preparation. How can they do it all? Join Burlington English as we highlight how we address each of these needs in one comprehensive digital platform that is engaging and easily accessible. We’ll share how our curriculum integrates it all, resulting in IELCE success for programs, teachers, and students!

Presenters

Sam Hicks

Educational Consultant, Burlington English

Elsa Valarezo

Customer Representative, Burlington English

Elsa Valarezo was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador. She has 20 years of experience as an EFL/ESL instructor for K-12 and adults, both in her home country as well as the United States. Elsa has a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Kansas State University. She is passionate about... Read More →

Thursday February 27, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST
Pecan Room

English Language Aquisition

11:00am CST

Digital Literacy in Action in the ESL Classroom

Thursday February 27, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST

Elm Room

Creating an effective digital literacy program for ESL students that have limited or no access to devices is a tremendous challenge. JCAE’s goal is to prepare students to be successful in the community and to be active, participating citizens. Learn how to start from basics, work towards more challenging tasks with a curriculum that is embedded into the classroom lessons and increase student's digital skills. All of this helps to make students more qualified and competitive for the job market. Come to see the creation, the implementation and all the fun tools used in JCAE ESL classrooms.

Presenters

Helga Dotti

JCAE/JCCC

KAEA Digital Literacy in Action Helga Dotti JCAE JCCC pdf

Thursday February 27, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Elm Room

English Language Aquisition, Digital Literacy

9:45am CST

Teacher's Dozen

Friday February 28, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST

Oak Room

In this interactive and dynamic session, participants will delve into thirteen challenging topics relevant in adult education today. Whether exploring ways to bring rigor to the classroom, discussing ideas for incorporating digital literacy, or sharing tips for differentiating instruction, every participant will be engaged and excited to find meaningful ways to boost student engagement and promote student success. Using Burlington English as a springboard to spark conversation centered around creative in-class activities and innovative learning opportunities beyond the classroom, participants will leave the session equipped with a robust set of strategies to support and advance the journey of English language learner

Presenters

Sam Hicks

Educational Consultant, Burlington English

Elsa Valarezo

Customer Representative, Burlington English

Friday February 28, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST
Oak Room

English Language Aquisition