Courage To Teach Institute

"Good teaching cannot be reduced to technique: good teaching comes from the identity and integrity of the teacher."
Parker Palmer, The Courage to Teach

GINTD 6044: Courage to Teach Institute: Sustaining Professional Practice

This intensive course is for teachers, educational leaders, and other professionals and students who wish to explore their vocation and academic identity and vitality. Participants will experience the formative practices of Courage to Teach, explore the principles and social contexts behind this practice, and identify implications for their own work.

Dates: July 6-10, 2009 -- 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day

Location: Lesley University, University Hall

Faculty: Sharlene Voogd  Cochrane, Professor and Dean of Faculty.
Dr. Cochrane’s current research focus is U.S. social and educational history, especially the intersections of race, religion, and gender. She is a facilitator for a variety of Courage to Teach/Courage to Lead retreats.

Registration and Fees:
GINTD 6044 or EEDUC 6055: Courage to Teach Institute
Three Graduate credits: $765/credit
Non-credit fee: $500

For Further Information: Sharlene V. Cochrane, cochrane@lesley.edu 617-349-8477.