The Lesley University Delegation will join participants from many different countries as part of the April International Study Group to Reggio Emilia, Italy. Professor Lisa Fiore of Lesley University is leading the delegation with organizational support from Angela Ferrario, US Liasion for Study Groups to Reggio Emilia and in collaboration with the International Office of Reggio Children. It is a special opportunity to join others affiliated with Lesley University, including students, faculty members, alumni, and past participants in the Reggio Emilia Spring Institute, who have an understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach to education and are interested in furthering their study.

Participants are also invited to take an accompanying graduate course, EEDUC 5301 Study Tour to Reggio Emilia, Italy (1 or 3 credits). See below for details.

Study tour program will include:

An introductory meeting and welcome dinner on Sunday, April 15
Essential elements for the operation of the infant Toddler Centers and Preschools
Presentation by pedagogistas, atelieristas and teachers on the identity, aims and principles of the educational project
Presentation and analysis of research projects realized inside the Preschools and infant Toddler centers
Visits to the Infant Toddler Centers and Preschools
Time at the Loris Malaguzzi International Center to see the current exhibitions and ateliers and to visit the Documentation Educational Research Center
Workshops
Discussion groups
Sharing experienced among the participants

COST: (does not include airfare)

$2,850 (cost per person) Shared Double Room
$3,100 (cost per person) Single Room

North American Reggio Emilia Alliance (NAREA) members receive a $100 discount. For membership information please visit: www.reggioalliance.org.

For more details on the program, download the brochure [pdf].
To register for the study tour, download the form [pdf].

Graduate Course: EEDUC 5301 Study Tour to Reggio Emilia, Italy (1 or 3 credits)

This experiential course provides a unique opportunity to learn about the Reggio Emilia approach to Early Childhood Education, create research questions, and develop personal and professional relationships. Students meet at Lesley before traveling to Reggio Emilia--highlighting the approach and connections to American contexts. Visits to Reggio schools, presentations at the Loris Malaguzzi International Center, cultural experiences, and networking will promote collaborative work.

Faculty: Dr. Lisa Fiore (lfiore@lesley.edu)

Meeting Dates and Times: March 29, 2012, 4-7 pm; April 15-21, 2012 in Reggio Emilia, Italy [including 2 class meetings that will complement the Study Tour lectures]; April 28, 2012 at Reggio Emilia Institute held at Lesley University. Online content will be included in the course.

Location: University Hall, 1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge (RM:TBD)

Cost: $500 per credit; additional $30 technology fee and $30 registration fee.

To register for the course credit, download the form [pdf].
*Please return registration form and payment to, Yazmin Colon Garcia, Events Registration, 1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138

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