Webinars
COABE is pleased to offer a series of professional development webinars which are led by presenters that have received excellent ratings from workshop participants at our national COABE conferences. COABE professional development webinars are generously sponsored by our many leading partners in the field.
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“Today’s webinar presenter was very knowledgeable and conveyed her thoughts in a very easy and enjoyable way. You could tell she really enjoys her students and teaching! Thank you for bringing this programming to us!”
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Upcoming Webinars
Know Before You Go: What to Expect at Flood the Hill
Monday, August 31, 2026 | 2PM ET
Presenters: Sharon Bonney, Shaketta Thomas, Jamie Trujillo, Elyse Wasch, and Erin Vobornik
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Heading to Flood the Hill? Join this Know Before You Go webinar to make sure you’re fully prepared for the experience ahead. We’ll cover event expectations, travel and packing tips, important logistics, and the pre-work assignment you’ll complete before arriving for the on-site training on September 16. Whether this is your first advocacy event or you’re a returning participant, this session will help you arrive informed, prepared, and ready to advocate.
Exploring the AI Leadership Academy: Practical AI Implementation for Adult Education Leaders
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 3PM ET
Presenters: Sharon Bonney and Joey Lehrman
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education—but where should adult education leaders begin? Join COABE for an interactive preview of the AI Leadership Academy, a hands-on professional learning experience designed specifically for adult education administrators, directors, and state leaders.
Workforce Success Through IET: Advancing Adult Education for Career Growth
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 2PM ET
Presenters: Lorri Benjamin and Eric Kohler
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Florida is driving workforce success by expanding Integrated Education and Training (IET) opportunities that support career advancement. This webinar will highlight how Brevard Adult and Community Education integrates IET into its pre-apprenticeship programs, career certificate pathways, and professional learning initiatives to equip adult learners with the skills they need for long-term success.
Evidence-based Instruction
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 2PM ET
Presenter: Dr. Carmine Stewart
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Adult literacy instructors are encouraged to implement evidence-based best practices; however, many instructors are not made aware of what evidence-based best practices are, and they are not provided with clear strategies for implementing them. This webinar will introduce 10 research-based practices, the source of the research, the rationale for the strategies, and examples of how instructors and administrators can implement those practices.
Tuning Up Your Accessibility Practice
Monday, November 16, 2026 | 2PM ET
Presenters: Adria Katka and Marcela Movit
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You do not need to be an accessibility expert to make your documents and presentations more user-friendly for learners, colleagues, and even yourself. This webinar will explore key components of accessibility, along with practical steps that you can apply to what you create and how you communicate. Wherever you are with accessibility practices, you can take one step forward in opening up your message to your audience.
The Role of Eligible Providers as One-Stop Partners
Monday, November 23, 2026 | 2PM ET
Presented By: Chrissie Klinger, MEd
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This webinar will provide evidence-based practices, tools, and resources to effectively serve job seekers and employers through collaborative workforce partnerships. Participants will examine ways to strengthen their role in providing integrated access to employment, education, and training services through the one-stop system.
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Webinar Archives
Workforce Pell Is Here: What the Field of Adult Education Need to Know
August 18, 2026
Arbony Cooper, Dr. Andrew Gardner, and Lara Pastore
Ready, Set, Celebrate! Preparing for Adult Education & Family Literacy Week
August 10, 2026
Sharon Bonney, COABE CEO & Shaketta Thomas, COABE Board President
Teaching Soft Skills to Literacy Level and Beginning English Language Learners
July 30, 2026
Andrea Echelberger
Application of Lincoln Tech's Early College HS Program amongst Alternative and Adult Education Programs
June 26, 2026
Nicholaus Sutherland
Total Transcript, Real Outcomes: Redefining High School Equivalency for Career Pathway Success
June 15, 2026
Bronwyn Robertson and Beth Little
Innovative Partnerships: Adult Basic Education and Workforce Development Boards
May 14, 2026
Robert Moore, Michelle Ellis, Chris Harmon, and Rob King
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