links and friends
Learning Network New Zealand
Learning Network NZ has been supporting Habits of Mind in NZ for many years by hosting international speakers such as Art Costa and James Anderson, running workshops and organizing conferences specifically focused on HOM, coordinating facilitators to work in schools sharing their HOM expertise and providing a comprehensive range of HOM resources.
For more information please go to their web site: http://www.learningnetwork.ac.nz/default.aspx
ICT Publications
ITC Publications is dedicated to producing educational resources of the highest quality that will support teachers in the delivery of challenging, engaging and memorable lessons.
A common issue facing schools today is a cost effective, practical way of improving the quality of teaching occurring in our classrooms so that our students achieve their best possible results.
We believe that the focus of the debate in education should be on quality teaching. Without good teaching there cannot be good learning. With all the demands placed upon teachers it is easy to forget this most important aspect of the education debate.
ITC Publications is dedicated to assisting teachers improve the teaching and learning occurring in our schools by producing and offering a range of innovative easy to use resources. Visit our site at www.itcpublications.com.au
Institute for Habits of Mind
The Institute for Habits of Mind is dedicated to an international network of schools using the Hbits of Mind as a significant vision for creating a more thoughtful world. The Institute offers services , products and supports schools networking to exchange resources, ideas and practice. The institute certifies mindful school, mindful mentors, and professional development providers.
Web site: www.InstituteForHabitsOfMind.com
Thinking and Learning In Concert
Dr Martin and Patricia Buoncristiani are internationally experienced professional developers who can work with you to identify your needs and design engaging, interactive presentations and workshops individually focused to meet those needs. They work as a team, each bringing a wealth of experience and information from the worlds of science, the humanities and education from kindergarten to university. They are available in Australia from early December to mid June each year, in the USA from late June until December and all year round via the internet. Their work in both countries gives them a unique perspective on issues surrounding the development of thoughtful, lifelong learners. www.ThinkingAndLearningInConcert.org
