Here is an announcement that might be of interest to you PBL Symposium Saturday, September 29, 2001 This event brings you together with some of the most renowned names in the field of Problem-Based Learning with a context-setting and thought-provoking introductory presentation by Dr. Howard Barrows. Then he will join Linda Torp, Sara Sage, Bill Stepien, and Shelagh Gallagher in panel discussions facilitated by Michele Micetich. Small group discussions will provide the opportunity to exchange ideas and approaches with well-versed colleagues. Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $100 (includes meals and materials) Accommodations (Please say you are with IMSA PBL when registering): Comfort Suites, Aurora, Exit I-88 at Rt. 31 (Lake St.), 630-896-2800 Location: Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy 1500 W. Sullivan Rd. Aurora, IL 60506 630-907-5956 http://www.imsa.edu/center/pbl/symposium.html For registration information, contact: The Center @ IMSA Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy 1500 W. Sullivan Rd. Aurora, IL 60506-1000 Phone: 630-907-5956 Fax: 630-907-5946 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For program information, contact: Debra Gerdes (Professional Development Leader for PBL [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is a learning enterprise that builds the capacity of students, teachers and policymakers to improve and transform mathematics and science teaching and learning. IMSA's residential educational program serves Illinois students (grades 10-12) talented in mathematics and science; its professional development Center (The Center @ IMSA)serves schools, educational systems, teachers and students in Illinois and beyond. -- This is the CPS Science Teacher List. To unsubscribe, send a message to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For more information: <http://home.sprintmail.com/~mikelach/subscribe.html>. To search the archives: <http://www.mail-archive.com/science%40lists.csi.cps.k12.il.us/>