What is the Reggio Emilia Approach?

The Reggio Emilia Approach was initially created after World War II, in the small Italian city of Reggio Emilia. The approach focuses on fostering relationships among, children, teachers, parents, and community. It builds on the premise that each child has the desire to connect with others, to engage in learning, and to enter into a relationship with his or her environment. An integral part of the approach is hands-and-minds on exploration of materials and media.

2008 - 2009 - More Fantastic Learning Opportunities...

Seminar: Inspirations from Reggio Emilia

Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 9 am to 5 pm &
Sunday, October 19, 2008 – 9 am to 12 pm
University Hall Room 2nd Floor – 1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA
 $400 - REGISTER NOW [pdf]

Faculty: Lella Gandini, Ed.D, Liaison for the Dissemination of the Reggio Emilia Approach in the United States and Visiting Scholar at Lesley University 2008 -2009

Advanced discussion of innovations in early childhood education and learning from Reggio Emilia, from the basic principles and daily-life experiences to analysis of documentation and assessment. An essential element of positive learning and teaching is to view children and teachers as endowed with strong potential, ready to enter into relationships, to be listened to, and eager to learn. Once we value children and teachers this way, teaching cannot be done solely through imparting information, but rather must be an experience by which teachers and learners construct learning together.

This seminar will focus on observation, documentation and shared interpretations among teachers and with children. These are powerful tools for teaching and learning in the early childhood classroom. They create a sense of well being in the learning environment; provide for authentic assessment; involve parents; and advance the professional development of teachers.

Book Celebration & Signing Honoring Lella Gandini and Contributors
Insights and Inspirations from Reggio Emilia: Stories of Teachers and Children from North America

Saturday, October 18, 2008 – 5 pm – 7 pm
University Hall 2nd Floor – 1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA
FREE

RSVP REQUIRED [pdf] - PLEASE CALL 617-349-8924

Insights and Inspirations from Reggio Emilia captures and celebrates 30 years of the Reggio Emilia innovative presence and inspiration in North American early childhood educational thought and practice.

Please join us for refreshments to celebrate the release of Lella Gandini’s new book copies of which will be for sale at the event.

Basic Principles and Practices of the Reggio Emilia Approach

This workshop is ideal for early childhood educators who are new to the Reggio Emilia Approach

Saturday, November 15, 2008
8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Advent School
17 Brimmer Street
Boston, MA
$140

SPACE IS LIMITED! - REGISTER EARLY! [pdf]

Facilitators: Joanne Szamreta, Professor, Kate Hulbert, Teacher, Advent School & Kelly Sullivan, Teacher, Advent School

In this one day workshop, participants will become familiar with the principles and practices of the Reggio Emilia Approach to early childhood education. Participants will spend time in a Reggio inspired classroom, listen to a presentation, and discuss the approach. This workshop will highlight how the principles and practices are implemented in a classroom setting, the teacher workspace, and the school environment.

To register, or for more information contact:
Heather Olson, Manager of Professional Development and Resource in the School of Education

Tel: 617.349.8924 or 800.999.1959 x8922 Fax: 617.349.8125
Email: holson2@lesley.edu