Invitational Symposium on Educational Futures—International Perspectives on Innovation from the Inside Out

Friday March 18 - Saturday March 19, 2011
Sutton Place Hotel, Edmonton

The promised transformation of the Alberta K to12 education system, through the personalization of learning for students, will be the focus of this international symposium. Educators from around the world will gather at this important event to explore these key features of the work ahead:

• The public will be assured that students are realizing their full learning potential.
• Optimal conditions of practice will support collaborative enquiry by Alberta teachers.
• Schools and the process of K to 12 schooling will be restructured to enhance student learning.
• What is learned through K to 12 public education will help instil in students a sense of social responsibility and community engagement.

Personalizing learning in the context of public education will also involve a commitment to the following broader societal principles:

• Innovation and Creativity
• Economic Competitiveness
• Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility

This is an ‘invitation only’ symposium; however, information on the program is available for download here.

For further information please contact Mr. Michael Podlosky at email michael.podlosky@ata.ab.ca or call 1-800-232-7208.