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International Educators The World Forestry Center International Educators Institute is the premier professional development program for experienced leaders in education, research, natural resource management and strategic communication who are international educators committed to advancing effective teaching and learning INSTITUTE about the world’s forests. The great worth of outdoor education programs The dramatic landscapes and is their focus on the elements that have always united humankind: driving rain, hard wind, diverse forests of the beautiful Pacific warm sun, forests deep and dark – and the awe Northwest serve as backdrop for and amazement that our Earth inspires. – Richard Louv, Author the annual World Forestry Center Last Child in the Woods International Educators Institute. Teachers need opportunities to break out of their The World Forestry Center International Educators Institute (IEI) is an innovative 7-day professional isolation and build professional networks of development program and forest study tour for experienced teachers who share a vision of education excellence. leaders actively working in education, research, natural Educational Leadership, resource management and strategic communication. h Eacpart of the week was absolutely Association for Supervision and Curriculum and Development Combining content-rich, hands-on experiences outdoors amazing. Your ability to spark our thinking, with a multicultural exchange of best practices in bring ideas together and lead the group conservation education, the World Forestry Center through each experience was inspirational. Teachers need and want more time devoted to International Educators Institute seeks to significantly advance effective teaching and learning about collaboration and professional development e concernedAll of us ar about the same the interrelated social, economic and environmental kinds of issues. IEI provided the structure practices that will increase student achievement. challenges facing the earth’s forests. – Chalkboard Project for understanding these concerns... World class scenery, special access tours, unforgettable interviews with local people, excellent meals, and The constant exchange with fellow comfortable accommodations are combined each day educators of strategies and methods they We are asking individuals to go beyond the with time for meaningful reflection, peer-to-peer used with teachers and students was so fact by fact, piece by piece examination of our leadership development, and outcome-driven collaboration. beneficial, rewarding and inspiring… environment and begin to understand and think User-friendly educational materials and media along with individual and small group exercises, allows all in terms of systems bound together. We are viding Pro us with the opportunity to meet participants to capture and share their IEI experience asking individuals to develop a sophisticated with colleagues at home. and hear from world-wide participants set of skills that allow them to solve novel and see their reactions first hand gave Led by an award-winning team of internationally environmental problems and determine the best me the chance to think about things on a recognized educators and natural resource specialists – set of actions. supported by a growing network of senior advisors and more global level. The sessions where we – Excellence in Environmental Education: alumni around the globe – the World Forestry Center interacted with others were most valuable Guidelines for Learning PreK-12, North American Association for International Educators Institute has attracted leaders for me. Environmental Education from government, business, associations, NGO’s, universities, local schools, museums, and science centers in 45 countries and 36 states. International United States Join us Armenia Germany Norway Alabama Maine South Carolina Australia Ghana Pakistan Arizona Maryland South Dakota Since 1996, the World Forestry Benin India Palestine Arkansas Michigan Texas Bosnia- Indonesia Philippines California Minnesota Utah Herzegovina Center International Educators Iran Portugal Colorado Mississippi Virginia Bolivia Ireland Russia Connecticut New Hampshire Wyoming Brazil Institute has attracted some Japan Saudi Arabia Florida New Mexico Washington Cameroon Korea Serbia Georgia New York Washington, DC Canada of the most successful and Lebanon Solomon Idaho North Carolina Chile Lithuania Islands Illinois Ohio China Taiwan inspirational leaders working to Malawi Indiana Oklahoma Columbia Malaysia Uganda Kansas Oregon Costa Rica United States advance conservation education in: Mexico Kentucky Pennsylvania Denmark Nepal Zimbabwe Louisiana Rhode Island Estonia New Zealand Finland Nigeria World Forestry Center International Educators Institute Program IEI Leadership Team Day 1 – Welcome to the International Educators Institute Greetings, orientation, and guided discussion about the IEI content, best practices and leadership framework. Rick Zenn is an internationally recognized educator A family-style meal overlooking the spectacular Columbia River is followed by evening social time. with more than 30 years professional experience as a naturalist, teacher, program manager, trainer, Day 2 – Make the Global Connection consultant and non-profit leader. He is Senior Fellow Exchange success stories and challenges about your work and projects and travel to Portland’s beautiful at the World Forest Institute and he directs education Washington Park for a special tour and dinner at the World Forestry Center. and outreach initiatives at the World Forestry Center focusing on partnerships, training and institutional Day 3 – Re-Discover the Forest development. He has directed the IEI program Enjoy a guided hike through an old growth forest of giant trees and waterfalls as we share different perspectives since 1996. on teaching and learning, forest conservation, biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable communities. Day 4 – Mount St. Helens: A Tale of Two Forests Chandalin Bennett is International Fellowship Experience “the mountain” up close from the Johnston Ridge Volcano Observatory and explore the region to examine Program Manager for the World Forest Institute. the diverse responses to changing landscapes and human communities. She supervises a wide range of forest sector Day 5 – The Forest Will Provide: Lessons from Warm Springs research projects and leads regional tours and Travel to Oregon’s high desert country and meet with tribal leaders, natural resource managers, and educators of the seminars for visiting professionals. She has a Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Cultural presentations, traditional foods, and an unforgettable visit to Trillium Lake broad-based background in forestry and forest in the heart of the Mount Hood National Forest. health issues in the West. Day 6 – Effective Teaching & Learning: Linking Research & Education See the forest with new eyes, top to bottom, with scientists at the historic Wind River Field Station, then return to Menucha for final benchmarking, lessons learned, cultural exchange and evening awards ceremony. Day 7 – Travel Day or Optional Sightseeing and Shopping Farewell breakfast, then take the morning shuttle to the airport or explore the mountains, river, or city on your own. The Location The World Forestry Center International Educators Institute is based 25 miles east of Portland, Oregon in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area adjacent to the Mt. Hood National Forest. Each day we travel together via deluxe motor coach to field sites in Washington and Oregon. Overnight facilities are provided at the beautiful Menucha Retreat and Conference Center. www.menucha.org For more Application and Deadlines Information World Forestry Center International Educators Institute (IEI) program is designed for experienced Rick Zenn leaders actively working in education, research, Senior Fellow natural resource management and strategic World Forestry Center communication. Applicants are typically affiliated One of the most profound educational 4033 SW Canyon Road with government, business, associations, NGO’s, experiences that I have ever had. Portland, OR 97221 USA universities, local schools, museums, and eat Gr leadership and organization, science centers. 503-488-2103 great modeling of teaching practices, To qualify for selection, applicants must have: great group of participants, well- [email protected] thought out field trips... • Experience in natural resource fields • Current teaching or education-outreach Chandalin Bennett responsibilities Fellowship Program Manager • Demonstrated leadership ability and professional level recognition World Forestry Center • Proficiency in English language – written and verbal 4033 SW Canyon Road Portland, OR 97221 USA • Ability to travel outdoors for extended periods, sometimes in challenging conditions Applications and additional information are available on line at: 503-488-2137 www.worldforestry.org/wfi/dm_institute.php. [email protected] All applications are processed in order received with deadline for submission on March 1. Participant selection will be announced on or before March 15. www.worldforestry.org Late applications will be accepted until the course is full. International participants are responsible for securing necessary travel and VISA documents by May 15. www.worldforestry.org/wfi/ dm_institute.php Registration $1,800 (USD). This includes six of nights of lodging in comfortable shared rooms with private baths, all meals (vegetarian options available),
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