Early Childhood Education Summit (PreK- Grade 3)
Early Childhood Education Summit (PreK- Grade 3)
Attendees will learn about appropriate use of technology with young children, ways to connect children with the natural world, ways to improve science learning and literacy readiness skills.
Keynote: Dr. Scott Sampson from Dinosaur Train - “Extinction of Experience: Youth, Nature and Education in the Digital”
Panel Discussion: “What is the Role of Media and Technology in Building Learning Skills?”
Panel members include:
- Dr. Annie Moses, John Carroll University
- Celia Huffman, Cuyahoga County Public Library
- Karen Goulandris, Cleveland Association for the Education of Young Children
- Dr. Kristin Still, Cleveland State University, moderator
Breakout sessions will focus on nature, technology, and science literacy.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Idea Center at PlayhouseSquare
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast, lunch and parking)
This workshop is sponsored by :
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