Art of Mentoring

LOCATION: Commonweal Garden
DATES: Residential Program, September 14 - 20, 2008

In this unique program, Jon Young, founder of Wilderness Awareness School, shares the core dynamics and principles of The Art of Mentoring, and explores the unique educational approach he has developed called the Eight Shields Mentoring Model. This week-long workshop is rich in storytelling and features an on-going dialogue about the nature of awareness and the intricacies of expanding awareness in people who have grown up "disconnected" from nature.

The course will study the structure, philosophy, archetypal elements, values, responsibilities, commitments, and core principles that make up the Eight Shields Mentoring Model. Significant time will be spent exploring Peacemaking traditions and the 36 Cultural Points common to all the different heritages. The week will feature lectures, small-group activities, and opportunities for individual reflection and integration of concepts.

What participants will learn
Through a combination of lecture, storytelling, discussions, group activities, and peer teaching sessions, participants will learn:
• The importance of heightened awareness in students, and how it relates to critical thinking and problem solving.
• How to use symbol and metaphor to create a powerful educational environment.
• The role of brain patterning, and the natural flow of the human learning process.
• How stories, song and other artistic expressions open a doorway to authentic student growth.
• Essential routines found throughout the world that ground students in their senses and expand awareness.

As a result of taking this course, participants will:
• Experience for themselves how powerful the "cultural context" is in education.
• Take home powerful images and metaphors to cultivate a supportive learning environment in their classrooms.
• Acquire concepts to facilitate development of their student's full potentials.
• Learn how to use stories and storytelling as an educational tool

View a photo show of last year's Art of Mentoring at Commonweal Garden

Course Fees and Registration

Art of Mentoring 2008 course fees and registration information will be posted soon.