31st Annual Pacific Circle Consortium Conference
Honolulu, Hawaii : June 25–29, 2007 : Hawaii Imin International Conference Center

Education in a Pacific Context: Education Outcomes for the Twenty-first Century

Opening Reception

Welcome and Blessing ‛Oli Aloha (chant)

• Lilette Līliakalā Subedi, Kumu Hawaiian Studies, University Laboratory School

Opening Remarks

• Kathleen Berg, Acting Director, Curriculum Research & Development Group, College of Education, University of Hawaii
• Linda Johnsrud, Vice President, University of Hawaii
• John Gore, President, PCC Executive Council

Hawaiian Buffet

• Kalua Pig
• Teriyaki Chicken
• Chicken Long Rice
• Squid Luau
• Lomi Salmon
• Rice
• Poi
• Haupia
• Pineapple
• Sweet Potato

Hula Performance, University Laboratory School Students

Theme: I: What do we expect as outcomes of our schools? What do we want all students in Pacific Circle schools to know, be able to do, and care about?

• What are the common elements of education outcomes that we share?
• What are the local/national outcomes that must be balanced with the common global aspirations?
• How do we attend to the cultural and educational perspectives of indigenous peoples?
• What would a comprehensive, articulated education in a Pacific/global context look like?

Welcoming Remarks

• ‛Oli E Hō Mai (chant)

  • Lilette Līliakalā Subedi , Kumu Hawaiian Studies, University Laboratory School
• Donald Young, Interim Dean, College of Education, University of Hawaii

Invited Plenary Speakers

• Deane Neubauer, Professor Emeritus and Senior Fellow, Globalization Research Center
  Paper: Education as a Knowledge Enterprise
• H. Michael Hartoonian, Retired - Professor and Director of the Center for Economic Education, University of Minnesota
  Paper: Identity and the Office of the Citizen: Tensions, Arguments, and Multidimensional Engagement

Invited Plenary Discussant

• Gay Garland Reed, Associate Professor, Educational Foundations, College of Education, University of Hawaii at Manoa

Lunch

• Tossed Green Salad
• Mango Chutney Glazed Chicken
• Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Fresh Garden Sauteed Vegetables
• Maui Mango Mousse Cake
• Plantation Iced Tea or Bottled Water

Theme II: How do we organize schooling to better accomplish local/national and global outcomes? What are the implications for the following?

• Curriculum selection and development
• Instruction, including the use of technology
• Evaluation, assessment, testing, and grading
• Aligning curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Organizing and administering schools
• Teacher preparation and professional development
• Addressing achievement gaps, alternative educational pathways, and students with special needs

Invited Plenary Speakers

• Adrienne Alton-Lee, Iterative Best Evidence Synthesis Programme, Ministry of Education, New Zealand
  Paper: It’s Time for a New Learning Agenda in Policy, Research and Practice in Education
• Tilianamua Afamasaga, Director, Centre for Professional Development and Continuing Education, National University of Samoa
  Paper: Education in a Pacific Context: Enhancing Ownership of the Processes of Education

Invited Plenary Discussant

• David L. Grossman, Dean, Faculty of Languages, Arts and Sciences, Hong Kong Institute of Education

Lunch (choice of one) and drink

1. Avocado Caesar Salad
2. Chicken Caesar Salad
3. Muffuletta Sandwich (salami, ham, roast beef, tomato and romaine lettuce with green olive tapenade)
4. Roasted Veggie Sandwich (red bell pepper, red onion, tomato, and carrots with lemon-thyme aioli)
5. El Pavo Loco Sandwich (turkey, black olives, tomato, and lettuce with cilantro pesto)

III: What works? What are promising practices?

• What knowledge and experience can be shared in developing, experimenting with, and implementing promising strategies and programs to achieve education outcomes for the twenty-first century?
• What are the implications for working on common projects in a Pacific setting?

Welcoming Remarks

• Honorable Mayor Mufi Hannemann, City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii

Invited Plenary Speakers

• Isak Froumin, Senior Education Specialist, WorldBank
  Paper: Assessing Learning Outcomes: What Works?
• Raymond McNulty, Executive Director, Successful Practices Network, International Center for Leadership in Education
  Paper: Preparing Students for Their Future and Successful Schools: From Research to Action Plans

Invited Plenary Discussant

• Marlene Nachbar Hapai, Board of Regents, University of Hawaii

Lunch

• Tossed Green Salad
• Mahimahi with Macadamia Nuts
• Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Fresh Garden Sauteed Vegetables
• Toasted Coconut Cake
• Plantation Iced Tea or Bottled Water

Peter Brice Award

• Introduction: Frank Pottenger III, Professor, Curriculum Research & Development Group, College of Education, University of Hawaii
• Recipient: Arthur R. King, Jr.

Closing Remarks

• Donald Young, Interim Dean, College of Education, University of Hawaii
• J. Ernesto Rangel Delgado , President-Elect, PCC Executive Council

Grand Tiki Buffet

• Waimanalo Greens Salad
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Steamed White Rice
• Asian Vegetable Linguine
• Guava Glazed Grilled Ribs
• Grilled Fresh Island Fish
• Petite Four Assortment
  • Mini Lilikoi Cheesecake
  • Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
  • Mini Chocolate Mousse Cups
• Iced Tea, Hot Tea, Fruit Punch, coffee service
• No host bar