This program will cover the 4 Levels of Scribing, as outlined by Kelvy Bird in the book Generative Scribing, and based on Otto Scharmer's 4 Levels of Listening. Through videos and other materials, participants will:
The primary mediums for this exploration will be drawing and some collage. The program will be largely self-paced, in a robust online community setting, and culminate on October 11 with a 2-hour live session for integrated practice, reflection, and conversation within the entire cohort.
This journey takes place over 2 weeks, paced between offline/individual and online/group work:
The live session will take place from 8:00-10:00am EDT (check your time here).
Technical Requirements: To participate in the live session, you will need to have video or audio access to Zoom. You will also receive an invitation to an online community platform called Mighty Networks where you can complete the self-directed learning.
Kelvy Bird and Marie-Pacale Gafinen, with program hosting by Emma Dulski
Please choose a rate in accordance with your country and the strength of its economy, and based on your overall financial situation. Should either of the below rates not be feasible, please reach out to the team.
Fees will be refunded for all cancellations received in writing before September 8, 2023. No refunds will be granted after that date.
This program is part of the Presencing Institute's "u-school for Transformation" and will count towards certification in the Generative Scribing Pathway. Other required programs include: Scribing Essentials, Visual Practice for Theory U, to be followed by a portfolio review. There is no previous substitute for this program in the certification pathway, as it is entirely new!
Can I participate if I have no drawing skills?
Absolutely! We will work with pens and crayons in the session but we'll start at a very basic level so if you're able to draw a circle and a rectangle that will be sufficient.
Is this a basic course on learning how to scribe?
This complements others programs that have specific instruction on things like lettering, layout, and icons. This program, though, is more about how to apply existing basic skills in practice.
Which materials do I need?
We'll send you detailed information about the material needed once you're signed up. You don't need fancy art supplies.
Is this a course about Generative Scribing?
Yes! Finally. In part...