Learning Disabilities Awareness Conference

The Hasbro Center for Teaching Excellence (part of the Dunn Institute) presents the 2007 Learning Disabilities Awareness Conference. The forum address will be given by Dr. Robert Brooks, who will give a talk on “The Power of Mindsets: Nurturing Motivation and Resilience in Children with Learning Differences.”

Date: Saturday, March 3, 2007
Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Place: Providence Marriott Downtown, 1 Orms Street, Providence [map]
Cost: $40 ($50 after February 17); student discount available

Dr. Brooks has lectured around the world on topics related to motivation, resilience, self-esteem, fam relationships, and the quality of effective leaders. He is the author of The Self-Esteem Teacher and co-author with Dr. Sam Goldstein of titles such as: Raising Resilient Children; and The Power of Resilience: Achieving Balance, Confidence, and Personal Strength in Your Life.

The conference includes two workshop sessions. One of the workshops offered during the first session, entitled “Critical Friends: The Collaborative Examination of Student Work” and intended for teachers and administrators, is presented by Gene Thompson-Grove, the Director of Professional Development and Special Initiatives for the Public Schools of Brookline.

A printable brochure with more information about the conference and registration details is available on the Dunn Institute website.