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The Stonington Retreat is a rare opportunity to engage in high-level discussions and hands-on learning, focusing on the future of technology and education. Originally hosted on Deer Isle, Maine, the retreat is now held in New York City. During this 4-day conference, you will be working with researchers in the field of Education and Technology and veteran educators with a real sense of mission about implementing technology creatively with children. The retreat offers an opportunity for you to spend time as a learner as well as explore the vibrant places, people, and things the city has to offer. Workshops will be offered in: NXT Generation Mindstorms®, PicoCricket, Robot C, MicroWorlds EX, Scratch, Google Sketchup, Digital Video, and Blogging.

Dr. Seymour Papert and Laura Allen started the Stonington Retreat thirteen years ago on Deer Isle with the goal of providing a supportive learning environment away from the demands of everyday life. Each day includes optional workshops, frequent pedagogical discussions about how to create and implement effective technology projects, and a space to work on projects meaningful to you. Our goal is to provide an environment for you to concentrate on your own learning. We hope that through this experience, you will be able to renew your creative self and become more confident in helping your students learn.

The retreat will take place at New York University's Kimmel Center in lower Manhattan. This state of the art facility has ushered in a new era at NYU, providing the scholar community with a gathering space for intellectual and artistic endeavors. The center overlooks Washington Square Park in the heart of Greenwich Village, a historic area overflowing with cute shops and excellent restaurants.


The cost of this retreat is $1895.


Pictures from The Stonington Retreat 2007. Click on any picture to see more.

What will I get from this week?

• A chance to learn about cutting edge research in the field of Educational Technology.

• The opportunity to view and try out exciting project ideas used successfully by veteran teachers.

• Lesson plans and curriculum materials that you can take with you at the conclusion
of the retreat.

• Time to focus on your own learning, free from the distractions of everyday life.

• Discussions with people who face the same challenges you do, such as administrative support for new initiatives, faculty involvement in technology, and learning how to make it all work.

• An opportunity to see one of the greatest cities in the world with the help of
insiders who know the area.

• A chance to meet and work with colleagues from all over the world.

THE PROGRAM:

The workshops will be held July 8-July 11, 2008, from 9 AM - 5 PM each day. At the end of the week each attendee will have created between one and three new projects. New friendships are made, new techniques for learning and teaching are explored and demonstrated, and many meaningful discussions take place. You will return to your "real life" full of exciting new ideas and a new perspective on learning.


Pictures from The Stonington Retreat 2007. Click on any picture to see more.




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