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Upcoming OTAN Activities - Week of September 21
Posted on 09/21/2026
Check out this month’s OTAN digest for our most recent Adult Ed news! September OTAN Digest
This Week's Upcoming Activities
Monday, September 21 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Streaming Video in the Classroom: Maximizing Impact with Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand | Susan Coulter, OTAN Subject Matter Expert | Join us for an introductory webinar exploring two powerful streaming video solutions from Infobase — Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand — and learn practical strategies for weaving video into instruction in ways that truly stick. Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand are available for free for qualifying agencies through OTAN.
Tuesday, September 22 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Teaching Generative AI and Computing Basics with Labyrinth Learning | Alec Fehl, author of Putting AI to Work; Julie Lemus, CTE Teacher | For more than 30 years, Labyrinth Learning has provided educators and students with high-quality learning materials for Microsoft Office, business, accounting, and computing fundamentals. Join this webinar to discover learning solutions that can be used with adult students and their digital learning.
Friday, September 25 at 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm | How You Talk Matters: Precision Over Politeness | Farzana Cassim, OTAN Subject Matter Expert | “Precision over politeness” does not mean we need to be rude to AI. It simply means that being friendly is not enough. AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini still need us to clearly explain what we want, who it is for, and what the finished result should look like. Using the CO-STAR framework, this session will show how vague requests can be improved by adding context, clear instructions, examples, and constraints.
Saturday, September 26 at 9:00 am – 10:30 am | Mastering Canvas Modules for Student Engagement | Dana Thompson, OTAN Subject Matter Expert | Unlock the power of Canvas Modules to create a clear, engaging learning experience. This session will show you how to structure content logically, chunk information effectively, and align materials with your syllabus. Learn how to use publish dates, prerequisites, and requirements to guide students through your course at the right pace.
Saturday, September 26 at 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | AI-Assisted Storytelling Projects | Barry Bakin, OTAN Subject Matter Expert | Participants will gain insights and practical techniques to facilitate student storytelling projects for ESL students. Introduce students to using AI tools with basic prompts that generate interest and enthusiasm for creating stories (with illustrations!) on their own!
Coming Soon!
Monday, September 28 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Streaming Video for Adult Learners: Using Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand to Support GED and High School Diploma Completion | Michelle Faber, Infobase | Join us for a webinar designed specifically for adult education instructors, exploring how Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand can support GED and diploma-completion learners across Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Math and English Language Learning (ELL)
Wednesday, September 30 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Preparing Students for Career Success: CTE Content in Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand | Susan Coulter, OTAN Subject Matter Expert; Michelle Faber, Infobase | Join us for a webinar exploring how Learn360 and Classroom Video on Demand support Career and Technical Education instruction — helping students build industry-relevant technical skills, develop essential soft skills, explore career pathways, and connect classroom learning to real-world application.
