In this webinar, the second in a three part series of the most essential algebra skills, we'll discuss the concept of simplifying algebraic expressions and explore how to relate the concepts to arithmetic and real-world applications to ground processes in understanding, rather than memorized "steps".
Learning Objectives
Participants will clearly recognize the difference between simplifying and solving and understand the importance of this distinction for struggling learners.
Participants will learn arithmetic and real-world applications of the algebraic skills of simplifying expressions by combining like terms and multiplying polynomials.
Date: March 4, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)
Note: Please use your IPDAE Portal Account Email Address when registering so it is reflected in your Activity History.
Workshop - IET Site Visit and Learning Walks (Brevard) - Logistics, Cybersecurity, Construction, Parapro, Healthcare
Event Details:
The IET Site Visit and Learning Walks provide a valuable opportunity to gain fresh insights by observing effective practices in action.
These visits are designed to:
Offer a firsthand look at how IET programs operate to support student progression into and beyond the program.
Highlight the support services that empower students to achieve their learning objectives.
Share updates from the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to ensure alignment with state initiatives and goals.
Discover strategies to enhance your own programs by exploring proven approaches from established IET implementations.
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 (10:00am - 3:00pm ET)
Location:
Brevard Adult & Community Education
at Clearlake Education Center (Building 13)
1225 Clearlake road
Cocoa, Florida 32922
Workshop - From Reading to Reasoning: Strengthening Adult Literacy and Math Through Evidence-Based, Contextualized Instruction (Lee)
Event Details:
This interactive workshop equips adult education instructors with practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen reading and math instruction. Participants will explore the Essential Pillars of Reading and the Florida ABE Math Strands, learn how to reduce learner guessing and apply real-world contexts to enhance comprehension and problem-solving skills. Instructors will leave with classroom-ready strategies and lesson ideas they can use immediately.
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026 (9:00am - 3:00pm ET)
Location:
Lee County Public Education Center
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
Webinar - Integrating Financial Literacy with AI and Web-Based Tools
Event Details:
Many adult learners need support to better understand and leverage opportunities within the U.S. financial system. At the same time, they bring valuable strengths such as entrepreneurship, creativity and prior business experience that can serve as powerful entry points for learning. This IPDAE Tech Tuesday webinar explores how educators can integrate financial literacy into adult education programs using AI and web-based tools to create meaningful, relevant instruction. Participants will see examples of financial literacy lessons, explore best practices from educators across Florida and the United States and gain access to a range of digital and community-based resources for ESOL, ABE and GED instruction.
Learning Objectives:
Identify strategies for integrating financial literacy into adult education instruction.
Apply AI and web-based tools to design interactive, real-world financial literacy activities.
Draw on learners’ strengths such as entrepreneurship and prior business experience to enhance engagement.
Explore examples and best practices from Florida and across the United States.
Access and adapt financial literacy resources to meet diverse learner needs.
Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)
Note: Please use your IPDAE Portal Account Email Address when registering so it is reflected in your Activity History.
In this webinar, the final in a three part series of the most essential algebra skills, we'll discuss the concept of using inverses to isolate variables and focus in on visual and conceptual differences between simplifying and solving, a key factor in equipping struggling math students to solve multi-step equations and inequalities.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to clearly distinguish between the concepts of simplifying and solving, and relate that to the identification of expressions versus mathematical statements of relationship as well as the order of operations.
Participants will leave with practical strategies of how to help students distinguish between simplifying and solving to reduce instances of mixing algorithms in algebra.
Participants will see applications of the three core algebra skills (substitution, simplifying, and solving) across many areas of GED Math and science to understand how a deep understanding of these skills can significantly raise students' test scores.
Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)
Note: Please use your IPDAE Portal Account Email Address when registering so it is reflected in your Activity History.
Webinar - From Insight to Impact: Teaching with Adult Learning Theory
Event Details:
New technologies are reshaping how educators engage adult learners, but effective use of these tools starts with understanding how adults learn. This session explores core adult learning theories and demonstrates how to apply them in today’s classrooms, especially when integrating technology. Grounded in andragogy and evidence-based strategies, the webinar offers guidance, examples, and activities to support instructional planning and delivery. Whatever your role in adult education, this session will help you create more responsive, relevant, and learner-centered instruction.
Learning Objectives
Identify key principles of adult learning theory, including andragogy and transformative learning.
Recognize how adult learning theories inform instructional decision-making.
Analyze examples that apply practical strategies to design lessons that are relevant, engaging, and learner-driven.
Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)
Note: Please use your IPDAE Portal Account Email Address when registering so it is reflected in your Activity History.
Workshop - From Reading to Reasoning: Strengthening Adult Literacy and Math Through Evidence-Based, Contextualized Instruction (Leon)
Event Details:
This interactive workshop equips adult education instructors with practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen reading and math instruction. Participants will explore the Essential Pillars of Reading and the Florida ABE Math Strands, learn how to reduce learner guessing and apply real-world contexts to enhance comprehension and problem-solving skills. Instructors will leave with classroom-ready strategies and lesson ideas they can use immediately.
Date: Friday, March 276, 2026 (9:00am - 3:00pm ET)
Location:
Tallahassee State College
Workforce Development
444 Appleyard Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32304
Bldg Student Union (SU) 35 View Location Map
