Boston College Lynch School Professional and Continuing Education

Join us for an immersive exploration of Ralph Waldo Emerson's influential ideas and his impact on psychology, philosophy, and contemporary thought. Secure your place now for this five-month learning group led by Matthew Clemente, Ph.D.: https://bit.ly/4fjFqFh

? New offering alert part two! ? We are excited to be debuting THREE new workshops this coming fall, including today’s feature, “Cultivating Inclusive Excellence: Strategies for Special Education.” In this workshop designed for 6-12th grade educators working with mild and moderate disabilities in inclusive classrooms, participants will explore topics such as working with IEPs and 504 plans, UDL, and evidence-based strategies for specific content areas. Participants will walk away with a fortified understanding of how to support students, plan inclusive lessons, and collaborate with other stakeholders. Get more info on our new webpage ?? https://bit.ly/4fLGgu7

Our SFL courses have brought evidence-based writing instruction to schools across Massachusetts. Hear from Dr. Maria Brisk, SFL course designer, about what SFL means to her: “Teaching the online courses has been a rewarding experience because it has impacted whole schools, their students and teachers. SFL genre pedagogy has taught students how to use language to express their ideas and knowledge not only in ELA but in science, social studies, and math. Writing has become a fun activity. Multilingual learners have been able to apply to any of their languages. Teachers feel stimulated because they have a coherent way to teach writing and their students’ success is gratifying.” Learn more about SFL ?? https://bit.ly/3YHVnOp

Discover the parallels between William Shakespeare's and Erich Fromm's perspectives on human motives, empathy, and hope with Sandra Buechler, Ph.D. Join us on the first Monday of every month, starting January 6th, to discuss the intricate layers of human behavior. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to engage in stimulating discussions with this online learning group: https://bit.ly/3YOsQIw

From October 24-26, faculty ambassadors gathered at Loyola Marymount University for the fifth convening of the Cura Psychologia Project. Supported by the John Templeton Foundation, this event centered on pressing questions of homelessness and labor in America. Thursday evening featured a powerful lecture by Brian Goldstone titled "THERE IS NO PLACE FOR US: Working and Homeless in America." Friday’s program included a visit to Homeboy Industries, where we toured the facilities, dined at Homegirl Café, and heard from CEO Thomas Vozzo on Homeboy’s mission to uplift formerly gang-involved and incarcerated individuals. Later, we visited the Los Angeles Catholic Worker on Skid Row, witnessing their tireless advocacy, from teaching Shakespeare to the unhoused to providing hot meals and community support. On Saturday, we gathered in reflection, exploring how our diverse disciplines might contribute to understanding and addressing these challenges. Inspired and motivated, we continue this vital dialogue as we look toward our final convening at College of the Holy Cross in May of 2025.

? New offering alert! ? We are excited to be debuting THREE new K-12 workshops, which we will be showcasing on social media starting today! In Beyond Sheltered English Immersion: Practical Approaches to Teaching Multilingual Learners, educators will identify practices that validate the assets and support the potential of multilingual learners in varied classroom contexts, including SEI, dual language, and small group interventions. By the end of this workshop, participants will have a new lesson plan to implement what they learned and feedback from one of our expert instructors. Get more info on our new webpage ?? https://bit.ly/3BUfW2y

The Call for Proposals for Psychology and the Other 2025 is now open! We welcome submissions that foster rich dialogues across psychology, philosophy, theology, and the humanities. Proposals for group symposia, individual papers, and posters are encouraged, with tracks including Gender and Sexuality, Virtues and Flourishing, Narratives of Liberation, and more. Visit the link to learn more about submission guidelines and key dates, and join us in advancing these critical conversations. Submit a Proposal & Learn More Here: https://lnkd.in/gQ7RrjWY

Join Brian Goldstone on October 24th as we discover the troubling reality of the "working homeless" in America, the toll this phenomenon takes on families, and the crucial interventions needed to make a change. Register today: https://bit.ly/3XijdzF

Join Dr. Orna Guralnik, PsyD, on October 16th to delve into the transformative world of couples therapy. Discover the fusion of relational-psychoanalytic and systems approaches, and explore how socio-political factors can impact intimate relationships. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from the therapist featured on SHOWTIME's Docu-series Couples Therapy. Register today: https://bit.ly/4dWB2LF

As part of the 4th Cura Psychologia convening at Fordham University,?D. Graham Burnett, Ph.D.?delivered a compelling lecture on?"The Hermeneutics of Attention."?In this critical exploration, Burnett examines the evolving concept of human attention and offers a profound critique of its commodification in contemporary industries—what he terms?"human fracking." This lecture invites a deeper reflection on the ethical implications of attention as a resource and challenges us to consider the impact of its exploitation in modern society. Watch the full lecture here: https://lnkd.in/egxDqgwf