Learning College Brown Bag Seminars - Professional Development
Location: Innovation and Technology Center (ITC), Fremont campus, Building 1, Room 1407
April 2008 Seminar Schedule
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April 4, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
“Courage to Teach” facilitated by Bob Mitchell -
In the preface to his book "The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life", Parker Palmer writes that "This book is for teachers who have good days and bad. … It is for teachers who refuse to harden their hearts, because they love learners, learning, and the teaching life." In this seminar we will explore some of the ideas he presents in his book. -
April 9, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
“Dealing with Difficult People” facilitated by Rosemary O”Neill -
Learn to identify those personality types who rain on your parade and seem to take you off center. And learn how to stay your own course in spite of them!!! This informal conversation will be fun and supportive. -
April 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
“The Spotlight’s on YOU!” facilitated by Rosemary O’Neill -
Are you living life or is it living you? Does your self-care nourish you or are you too busy taking care of everyone else? Let’s explore some basic ways to take care of yourself so you can feel like a million bucks at home and at work. Practice making yourself a priority. This informal conversation will be fun and supportive. -
April 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reducing Back Pain, facilitated by Kaylene Buteau -
Come learn how to reduce your back pain with proper body mechanics, setting up your workstation, exercises, and stretches. This class will be a hands-on practical workshop where you will be doing simple core strengthening and stretching exercises. You will the do's and don'ts for your back and how to straighten up for the rest of your life. Please wear comfortable stretchy clothes and be prepared for a little movement.
