Learn about the Reggio Emilia approach to education in Italy in March 2019 with Towson University. This study tour offers graduate students practical international experience combined with academic coursework and the opportunity to observe the Reggio Emilia approach first-hand. This study group is designed specifically for small groups of students and accompanying professors interested in the Reggio Emilia approach to education. The program is facilitated by International Study Tours, LLC.
The experience of the Municipal Infant Toddler Centers and Preschools of Reggio Emilia is the subject of interest, research and exchange on the part of students, teachers, teacher educators, researchers, administrators, and political and cultural figures from all over Italy and throughout the world. The context and history of this community is highly regarded, rooted in choices made following WWII, pedagogical but also political, cultural and ethical choices which would support a new democratic society.
The venue for the study group is the Loris Malaguzzi International Center, which opened in February 2006 and now encompasses an International Preschool and Primary School through grade 4. As described by Carlina Rinaldi, Pedagogista and President of Reggio Children, “It was created to give greater value to a strong and distinctive characteristic of Reggio Emilia; the ability to lend listening, visibility and support to the rights and requests of children, young people, families and teachers. The Center is a dedicated meeting place where professional development and research intersect for people in Reggio Emilia, Italy and the world who wish to innovate education and culture.”
Course: ECED 794 Travel Study in Early Childhood Education (grad only; 3 credits).
For more information and to apply online, visit our program page. Applications are due October 15.
