September

Contemplative Pedagogies

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 2:00 PM - Fri, 22 Nov 2013 3:30 PM

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Become part of a growing movement in higher education.  This Faculty Interest Group (FIG) welcomes people with experience or interest in applications of mindfulness and contemplative practices to teaching and student learning. According to empirical research, routine mindfulness practice stimulates brain activity, enhances focus and attentiveness, and can enhance academic achievement. Learn more about contemplative practices and collaborate with others who are interested in or engaged with contemplative pedagogies.  The frequency of group meetings, direction of discussion, and projects will be determined collectively.

This FIG is designed to be a faculty-driven, self-directed community that agrees on collective objectives.  All FIGs are designed to help faculty make progress toward the following outcomes:

• Explore a topic of common concern, interest, or relevance;
• Apply what is learned to some aspect of faculty life at JMU; and
• Collaboratively guide the group toward its intended goals.

Facilitator: Jared Featherstone, WRTC and UWC