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Briarcliff Manor Public Library & The Westchester Great Books Council
invite you to a training session
Sat., Nov. 5, 2011; 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
at Briarcliff Library, Crandall Program Room
REGISTER ONLINE
With Gary Schoepfel of Harrison Middleton University,
A GREAT BOOKS, GREAT IDEAS, GREAT CONVERSATIONS, DISTANCE-LEARNING UNIVERSITY
The workshop will cover:
- Developing the skills necessary to be an effective discussion leader;
- Crafting question that produce meaning-filled discussions;
- Preparing both fiction and nonfiction selections;
- Listening and following up during discussions, so that various interpretations are thoughtfully considered.
Participants will have the opportunity, in a safe and supportive environment:
- To learn and employ best practices;
- To exercise the skills of leading and particpating in discussions;
- To explore a practical way to critique performance as both leader and participant;
- To ask questions about managing the dynamics of discussion.
Readings to be discussed will be available upon registration. Please read, take notes, develop questions and re-read the materials before the seminar.
REGISTER NOW
Please register by November 1, 2011. Space is limited.
*IMPORTANT - BROWN BAG AFFAIR!!
THERE WILL BE A BRIEF LUNCH BREAK - BUT NO OPPORTUNITY TO LEAVE THE LIBRARY TO PURCHASE FOOD - PLEASE BRING NON-PERISHABLES, READY TO EAT!
[COMPLIMENTARY MORNING COFFEE]
$20.00 FEE PAYABLE AND MAILED TO WGBC
Westchester Great Books Council/PO Box 630/Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
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