Small-group conversation on educational topics with diverse experts. The conversation is designed to foster multidisciplinary connections and greater awareness of educational issues and challenges. A typical conversation may include, for example, the head of a foundation, a politician or activist, a neuroscientist, a school principal, the head of a nonprofit that provides educational resources, an educational technology CEO, or even a young teacher. These conversations are held in cities … [Read more...]
July Professional Conversation
Small-group conversation on educational topics with diverse experts. The conversation is designed to foster multidisciplinary connections and greater awareness of educational issues and challenges. A typical conversation may include, for example, the head of a foundation, a politician or activist, a neuroscientist, a school principal, the head of a nonprofit that provides educational resources, an educational technology CEO, or even a young teacher. These conversations are held in cities … [Read more...]
June Professional Conversation
Small-group conversation on educational topics with diverse experts. The conversation is designed to foster multidisciplinary connections and greater awareness of educational issues and challenges. A typical conversation may include, for example, the head of a foundation, a politician or activist, a neuroscientist, a school principal, the head of a nonprofit that provides educational resources, an educational technology CEO, or even a young teacher. These conversations are held in cities … [Read more...]
Achieving Year Long Success and Avoiding “Educator Fatigue”
Teachers often talk about their love of the profession and the joy they get from teaching their students. More and more, both are challenged by the demands that are increasingly placed on them. AYP (annual yearly progress), making sure their students are ready for testing, worrying about a particular student being homeless or hungry, complex and large classrooms, and mandates to cover a required curriculum are but a few of these. Are there ways to avoid “educator fatigue” while creating a … [Read more...]
INSPIRE 2013: The First NISCE Symposium on Student-Centered Education
INSPIRE 2103 The First NISCE Symposium on Student-Centered Education will offer fresh perspectives on the how and why of student-centered learning—a mix of practical advice from those on the front lines along with exciting insights from leading experts.The one-day conference brings together an engaging line-up of passionate presenters and panelists, as well as unique opportunities for attendees to participate in sessions with colleagues and make new connections.Conference highlights will … [Read more...]
Bullying – Fostering Empathy and Action in Schools
There are over 13 million children being bullied today, and it is one of the most common forms of violence that children experience. As individuals, groups, communities, and society we need to move beyond a simple reaction to alarming headlines and creating zero-policy reminders and policies. It’s time to discuss the importance of adult supervision, identify successful preventative methods, build social and emotional competencies, refine perspectives we need to adopt and create effective … [Read more...]
“Bully,” A Film By Lee Hirsch, Presented By NISCE
"GUT-WRENCHING" Village Voice "COMPELLING" Wall Street Journal "A MUST SEE MOVIE" Harper's BazaarSchools for Children and its new initiative The National Institute for Student-Centered Education (NISCE) are proud to present "Bully," a documentary film by award-winning filmmaker Lee Hirsch. After the film, author and educator Richard Weissbourd from the Harvard Kennedy School and School of Education will offer comments. To purchase tickets click here. Read more about this event here. … [Read more...]
