A Message from Dr. Saab

I'd like to share the latest opportunity for West Virginia teachers. For the first time West Virginia participants have been invited to join a North American Study Group to the world-renowned Early Childhood Education programs of Reggio Emilia, Italy. These programs have drawn international attention by educators like Jerome Bruner, Howard Gardner and Lillian Katz as well as the professional organizations, ACEI and NAEYC. Newsweek named these preschools and infant toddler centers as number one in the world.

This is the first time, we have been invited to join the North American Study Group, with English translators and transportation to the schools during a summer semester. They normally only accept groups in February. Places are reserved for our group and will be filled on a first come basis. Students can earn 3-6 undergraduate or graduate hours. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Best Regards,
Joy Faini Saab





 

Study Tour to Italy

Will Study Renowned
Early Childhood Program

May 27-June 4, 2005

Dr. Joy Faini Saab, associate professor in the Department of Educational Theory & Practice, will lead the group. Participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from those who work in the infant toddler centers and preschools. There will be visits to schools, presentations, meetings, slide shows, and videos.

3-6 hours credit: C&I 592 or C&I 692: Early Childhood Programs of Reggio Emilia, Italy

Cost of Study Group:
US $4,060 (3 credit hours)
US $4,258 (6 credit hours)

The study tour is limited in participation; spots will be reserved on a first-come basis. Please email Dr. Joy Faini Saab if you are interested in participating:

Joy.Saab@mail.wvu.edu

For more specific information about this and other international programs contact:

http://www.wvu.edu/~intlprog/facultyled/2005/
ReggioEmiliaPacket2005.pdf

For registration information contact:
Vicki Heale, 304-293-6955
Office of International Programs or

Vicki.Heale@mail.wvu.edu