Why Computers Matter
The Willows Community School Hosts Guest Speaker Gary Stager, Ph.D., Technology & Education Expert
By Susan Sleeper | September 19, 2011
The Willows Community School proudly announces an evening with internationally known speaker and educator, Gary Stager on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 7:00 pm in The Willows Community School Theater, The Willows Community School, 8509 Higuera Street, Culver City, 90232. This event is free and open to the public.
Dr. Stager is a leader in the implementation of technology in education and the effective application of computers as learning tools for students. Recognized as a pioneer of the 1:1 laptop movement in schools, he has spent 28 years assisting teachers on six continents in making schools more constructive places for children. Tech & Learning Magazine named Gary Stager as “one of today’s leaders who are changing the landscape of Ed-tech through innovation and leadership.” Dr. Stager is an associate of the prestigious Thornburg Center for Professional Development, an Executive Director of The Constructivist Consortium, a Visiting Professor of education at Pepperdine University, where he helped design Pepperdine’s Master of Arts in Education Technology degree program, and a consultant with the Constructionist Learning Laboratory and Fielding Nair International. He holds a Ph.D. in science and mathematics education from The University of Melbourne.
Seating is limited and a reservation is required. Please RSVP to The Willows: https://www.thewillows.org/calendars/events.aspx or 310-815-0411 o
Free parking is available at 8550 Higuera Street, opposite The Willows’ main entrance.
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