Spring Tutor Workshop
Sponsored by
The Metro East Literacy Council
Please plan to join us:
St. Clair County Regional Office of Education
1000 S. Illinois Street, Belleville, IL 62220
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Choose one session in a.m. and p.m.

Registration
9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Coffee and donuts served
Morning
Session
A
10:00 a.m.
to
11:30 a.m.

Formula for Success - Round Two! - Sherrie Kirbach

Students can use a formula sheet when taking the GED math test.  Learn how to use it!  Other topics include: Vocabulary of Math, Definitions, Examples, and of course -   Handouts.
Morning
Session
B
10:00 a.m.
to
11:30 a.m.

Making Sense of All the "Dys" Words - Sarah Goldammer

Disabilities such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and Dysphasia can be confusing. Gain some sense of what these "Dys" words mean and how we can help students who may have some of these disabilities.
Lunch
11:45 a.m.
to
12:30 p.m.

Provided by Schroeder's Catering
Afternoon
Session
A
12:45 p.m.
to
2:15 p.m.

Using Free Online Resources for Professional Development - Todd Evans

Thinkfinity Literacy Network (TLN) is part of Thinkfinity.org supported by Verizon Foundation! In this workshop, you will identify instructional issues where you need help. Then, as we tour TLN, you will identify which of the many free resources and online courses available on TLN can meet your needs as a tutor.
Afternoon
Session
B
12:45 p.m.
to
2:15 p.m.

Building Self-Esteem - Diana McGraw

Attendees will acquire techniques for assessing, improving and maintaining their self-esteem. Using these tools, tutors can also intervene directly to raise a learner's sense of worth.
The charge for this workshop is $15. You must make your non-refundable reservations by Monday, April 27th to Brenda Boggs (618-222-5462) but you can pay for the workshop at the door.