"The desire to construct a tangible product of the highest quality is a powerful motivator for students, especially when that product has both intrinsic value for the students and value to an authentic external audience. Only when they sense the relevance and authenticity of classroom work will most students commit to the very real labor of learning."
(Terry Roberts, NPC)

Introduction to the Paideia Project

Would you like to design units of study that make your standards relevant for your students?

A Paideia Project is a unit of study that leads to a student production or performance of real value to an audience outside the classroom. It is designed specifically to create relevant classroom work that connects the standardized curriculum to the real world in which your students live.

This Institute is designed for teachers with some seminar experience who are ready to go on to advanced unit planning. You will learn the replicable planning process of the Paideia Project by working on a unit of your choice tailored to your classroom.

The goal is to prepare you to plan, lead, and assess Paideia Projects as a regular part of your classroom, thereby making the work that you require relevant for your students. Ultimately, the goal is for your students to engage with your subject in a focused and authentic way, learning the work habits that will last a lifetime.

Institute Details

Center for School Leadership Development
Chapel Hill, North Carolina


Dates: July 14-16, 2008
Location: CSLD
140 Friday Center Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Cost: $500 through May 26, 2008
$600 after May 26, 2008

Registration Deadline:
May 26, 2008

REGISTER ONLINE
or
Download the Paideia Project Registration Form (PDF)

For more information:
919-962-3128
info@paideia.org

Dates and registration deadlines are listed below.

Introduction to Paideia Projects
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

July 14-16, 2008

Institute Site:
Center for School Leadership Development
140 Friday Center Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
704 347 0070
Link to Directions to CSLD

Lodging Information
The Hampton Inn and Suites and the Holiday Inn Express offer exceptional rates for people attending the National Paideia Institutes held in Chapel Hill, NC. When making reservations at one of these hotels, please use the National Paideia Center ID # 0002667297 to receive the special rates.

Hampton Inn and Suites
6121 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
919 403 8700
1 800 HAMPTON

Holiday Inn Express
6119 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
919 489 7555
1 800 HOLIDAY

Registration
The cost for this institute is $500 per participant for registrations received by May 26, 2008 or $600 for registrations received after that date. This cost includes breakfast, lunch, and all materials for two days. Please register by May 26, 2008 using either our Online Registration Page by downloading a registration form (PDF Form -- type and print). Registration forms can be faxed to 919-962-3139. We accept purchase orders and checks, but not credit cards. A full refund will be issued upon written request received by NPC 15 days prior to the session and one-half refund fewer than 7 days prior to the session. This event will be held if 15 people register by May 26, 2008. Confirmation of your registration will be made at that time, allowing you the opportunity to then make travel and accommodation arrangements.