Alfie Kohn’s New EdWeek Article

Educators fortunate enough to attend Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010 got to witness an amazing conversation between two of America’s most provocative and accomplished educators, Alfie Kohn and Deborah Meier (watch this site for video in the near future). Mark your calendars for a mind-blowing Constructing Modern Knowledge 2011, to be held July 11-14, 2011. Registration [...]

Important New Whitepaper on “New Literacy”

CMK faculty member Sylvia Martinez, President of Generation YES, commisioned a study by Dr. Jon Becker and colleagues at Virginia Commonwealth University. The study, Assessing Technology Literacy: The Case for an Authentic, Project-Based Learning Approach (PDF) is an important contribution to the field and should be read widely.
From Sylvia’s blog…
This whitepaper takes a comprehensive look [...]

Gary Stager Interviewed in Qatar

In April, Constructing Modern Knowledge organizer, Dr. Gary Stager, was interviewed at length about computing, creativity and children following his keynote address at the national conference on ICT in Education in Doha, Qatar.
Here is the result.

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Many thanks to ICTQatar for the terrific job of putting the video on YouTube.

Amazing Institute Dinner Planned!

This year’s dinner will be quite exciting and unique! The Monday night institute dinner will be at Gaucho’s Churrascaria (Brazillian Steakhouse) where the dinner itself is a rich activity. Dinner begins with an enormous salad bar full of fresh fruits, vegetables, Brazilian salads and other culinary surprises. Then side dishes of plantains, papa criolla (baby [...]

Rethinking Homework – Suggested Questionnaires for Parents

Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010 guest speaker, Alfie Kohn, just published a provocative article suggesting meaningful questionnaires for parents regarding the value of homework. This is an important discussion for every community… Read more…

Early-bird registration ends May 1st – Save $75!

Register for Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010 by May 1st and save save $75!

Take advantage of the Lifelong Learner Package by registering Constructing Modern Knowledge and receive free registration to the June 27th Constructivist Celebration – all for just $575.

Alfie Kohn Tackles “Common Core Standards”

Check out the transcript chronicling a debate between Alfie Kohn and Gene Wilhoit, executive director of the Council of Chief State School Officers. The subject of the debate was national curriculum, I mean “common core standards.”

Alfie Kohn: “There’s a strong political interest in representing national standards as being merely “core” standards and to emphasize that [...]

Alfie Kohn Rejects National Standards

Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010 Guest Speaker Alfie Kohn has published a stunning new article, Debunking the Case for National Standards: One-Size-Fits-All Mandates and Their Dangers. It should be required reading for anyone concerned with democracy and long-term viability of public education. I’ve often said that national standards, even those thinly disguised under mischievous pseudonyms like [...]

Best-selling Author Joins CMK2010 Faculty!

Constructing Modern Knowledge is thrilled to announce that best-selling author and history teacher, Dr. James Loewen, will be a guest speaker at CMK 2010, July 12-15, 2009!

The addition of Jim Loewen to our faculty further distinguishes Constructing Modern Knowledge from other conferences and professional development events. CMK 2010 is the place where modern educators can learn with master learners and thinkers. Dr. Loewen joins a faculty already featuring MacArthur Genius Deborah Meier, prolific author and provocateur Alfie Kohn, artist and children’s author Peter Reynolds and edtech pioneers – Dr. Cynthia Solomon, Brian Silverman, Gary Stager, Sylvia Martinez and John Stetson.

MacArthur Genius Deborah Meier to Speak at CMK2010

I am thrilled to announce that for the second consecutive year, Constructing Modern Knowledge will feature one of the greatest living school leaders, education writers and education reformers, Deborah Meier, as a guest speaker at Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010 – July 12-15, 2010 in Manchester, NH.
If you have not read Deborah Meier’s books, I suggest [...]

Registration Now Open for CMK 2010!

Save $75 by registering for CMK 2010 by December 11th.

Alfie Kohn Returns to Constructing Modern Knowledge!

Provocative author, speaker and educator Alfie Kohn has agreed to be part of the faculty of Constructing Modern Knowledge 2010

Computing Pioneer Returns to CMK 2010 Faculty!

You should know my friend Brian Silverman! He is an unsung hero in educational computing and he’ll be at Constructing Modern Knowledge July 12-15, 2010 in Manchester, NH.

They’re Blogging about CMK 2009!

I am still exhausted from the exhilaration of Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009. We enjoyed an incredibly active four days – jam packed full of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and project development time. I’ll be sharing some of my reflections (and probably video as well) in the coming days, but in the meantime, several CMK09 participants have blogged [...]

Thanks to iStockphoto!

Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 would like to thank iStockphoto for sponsoring Lesa Snider’s participation in the institute.
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Program for Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009

The goal of Constructing Modern Knowledge is to provide a space in which learning is the consequence of experience and where you don’t hear a series of speakers, but work with leading experts and enjoy intimate conversations with them while collaborating on personally meaningful projects. Therefore, the program listed below is a guide detailing appointments, rather than a rigid schedule of events allowing no flexibility.

Amazing Educator from Italy Added to CMK ‘09 Faculty

I am thrilled to welcome an amazing Italian educator has been added to the Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 faculty, Dr. Lella Gandini.

She Literally Wrote the Book on Photoshop!

I often tell people that I am “Photoshop disabled.” I know how to use about 1% of what Photoshop can do and am often confused by the software. Lesa Snider is such an amazing teacher that her clever examples and clear presentation helps me understand the complexities of this critical software. Her expertise in digital photography and image manipulation allows her to tailor instruction for any learner. I’m thrilled that Lesa Snider is part of the Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 faculty.

CMK 2010 Features Reception at Famed FableVision Studios!

This July 14, Constructing Modern Knowledge’s Big Night Out in Boston begins with a reception featuring award-winning author, illustrator and software developer Peter Reynolds at the legendary FableVision Studios high atop Boston’s Children’s Museum.

Then spend the rest of the evening exploring fabulous Beantown before heading back to Manchester by bus.
This is yet another reason to [...]

Put this CMK badge on you blog or site

I created these spiffy graphics for friends of Constructing Modern Knowledge to place on their web sites or blogs. I’d really appreciate your assistance in spreading the word about this summer’s event.

Program Set for January 22nd Math/Science Event!

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Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is less than three weeks away (January 22), but there is still time to register for the most innovative S.T.E.M. learning event of the year.
Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is a pre-conference event at Educon 2.1 at the Science Leadership Academy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 23-25, 2009. [...]

Registration Now Open for Amazing Summer Institute!

Registration is now open for the professional learning event of 2009!
Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 offers a world-class faculty and supportive environment for educators interested in exploring the intersection of creativity, collaboration, computing and powerful ideas.
Where else can you spend four days tinkering, collaborating, talking and learning with educators from around the world, plus legendary [...]

David Thornburg to Lead Workshops at CMMSK ‘09

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Dr. David Thornburg, one of the world’s most popular and prominent innovators in educational technology will lead two workshops at the Educon 2.1 preconference event, Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge.
Dr. Thornburg’s latest project is the Thornburg Center for Space Exploration.
David Thornburg joins a stellar faculty for this one-of-a-kind professional learning event. [...]

Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge

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Educon 2.1 Preconference Event
I’m pleased to announce a one-of-a-kind educational event for January 22, 2009 at Philadelphia’s Science Leadership Academy. Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is a minds-on institute for K-12 teachers, administrators and technology coordinators looking for practical and inspirational ways to use computers to enhance S.T.E.M. learning. Constructing [...]

People are Blogging!

I am still trying to find the time and the words necessary to write about what the first Constructing Modern Knowledge Institute meant to me. I hope other participants will also share their thoughts on the experience.
In the meantime, here are a few of the blogs already published about our collective learning experience.
Over time, video [...]

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