Charting a Course for the Arts and 21st Century Learning

Posted by on August 3, 2009

Charting a Course for the Arts and 21st Century Learning
October 2-3, 2009
Cambridge, MA

Join us on October 2-3, 2009 in Cambridge, MA for a lively exploration of the connections and synchronicities between the arts and 21st century learning. We will be looking especially at the ways the principles of 21st century learning, particularly imagination, creativity and innovation, are incorporated, articulated and supported throughout the education system from pre-K to higher education. This meeting will be hosted by Lesley University.

Confirmed sessions and speakers include:

* Opening Plenary: “Take Back the Mic,” an exciting presentation by dynamic performer, artist and activist Derrick Ashong, of the musical group Soulfege
* Plenary Panel: “Education Leadership: Redesigning Learning Systems for the 21st Century.” Confirmed panelists include Carol Johnson, Superintendent of Boston Public Schools, and Paul Reville, Massachusetts Secretary of Education
* Plenary Panel: “Navigating New Waters: Arts Learning and Higher Education Policy, Research and Practice.” Confirmed panelists include Shirley Brice Heath, linguistic anthropologist and international scholar on learning in the arts, and Martha McKenna, Provost, Lesley University. Respondent: David Haselkorn, Associate Commissioner of the Center for Educator Policy, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
* Plenary Panel on Statewide Initiatives for 21st Century Learning and the Arts. Confirmed panelists include Ken Kay, President, Partnership for 21st Century Skills, and Susan Sclafani, Director of State Services, National Center for Education and the Economy

The Forum is two full days starting at 8:30 am each day. The morning sessions will take place at the Hotel Marlowe and the afternoon sessions will be at Lesley University. Transportation will be provided from the Hotel Marlowe to Lesley University. More details about the agenda will be posted as they are confirmed.

http://www.aep-arts.org/forums/cambridge2009.html