The second day (October 13, 2013) of the seminar “Teaching About Global Conflict and Peacebuilding” focused on experiential learning, media, and peace education. The day started with a passionate talk by educator Colman McCarthy arguing for the teaching of peace and nonviolence. McCarthy shared with the group his experiences interviewing Mother Teresa and working withContinueContinue reading “Second Day of Seminar Examines Experiential Learning, Media, and Peace Education; Colman McCarthy Featured Speaker”
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Conflict in Egypt, Policy Issues Related to Syria, and Peace Pedagogy Emphasized on First Day of Seminar
The first day of the seminar “Teaching About Global Conflict and Peacebuilding” brought together 29 community college professionals from around the U.S. Washington, DC based presenters emphasized current global conflicts, policy considerations, experiential learning, and peace pedagogy. Daryn Cambridge, a peace scholar from American University, provided core understanding and frameworks for peace education. NathanContinueContinue reading “Conflict in Egypt, Policy Issues Related to Syria, and Peace Pedagogy Emphasized on First Day of Seminar”
The Fulbright Program and Community Colleges
The 36th Annual Fulbright Association Conference was held this past weekend, October 4-6, 2013 in Washington, DC. The Fulbright Association is the official alumni association of grantees of all Fulbright programs. It was found in 1977 and represents about 5,000 active members participating in nearly 60 U.S. chapters and around the world. This year’s conferenceContinueContinue reading “The Fulbright Program and Community Colleges”
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