The task of American public education is the greatest, ongoing challenge that we face as a nation. We are, and have been, attempting an achievement unparalleled in human history--to provide a good education for a population defined by its diversity.
Our efforts have understandably been focused on the system needed to support this monumental undertaking. But in the midst of this, we seem to have forgotten a fundamental issue: What is the purpose of an education?
In this two-day program,
6:30-8 pm: 2011 Hiett Prize in the Humanities Winner Dr. Diana Senechal will address the topic of the Forum with a discussion of her recently released book, Republic of Noise: The loss of Solitude in Schools and Culture, followed by a discussion and a book-signing.
8:30 am: Continental breakfast provided in the house.
9 am: Dr. Louise Cowan will speak on the Forum topic.
10 am-12 noon: Workshops co-moderated by faculty and alumni:
Noon- 1pm: Lunch provided in the Nancy Cain Marcus Conference Center
1-2 pm: Dr. Wesley Null will speak on the Forum topic in light of his book, Curriculum: From Theory to Practice, followed by panel and audience discussion.
2:30-4 pm: Plenary Wrap-up Discussion
Friday, Feb. 17, 6:30-8:00 pm; Saturday, Feb.18, 9 am-4:00 pm
Admission: Members $60, Non-Members $75
Fee includes continental breakfast and lunch on Saturday.
Eight hours of CPE credit are awarded for this program.
Sponsored in part by A. Steven Raab and Ginny Jackson.