Writing Renewal Retreats: The Scholarly Writer, Contemplative Practice, and Scholarly Productivity
Edward J. Brantmeier, Cathryn Molloy, J. Byrne
June 1, 2017 DOI: 10.1002/tia2.20061 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Exploratory case study Case report |
|---|---|
| Population | Faculty |
| Duration | Four retreats over two years |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Keywords | Education |
| Key findings | A contemplative approach to writing retreats fosters connection to self, scholarship, and a community of writers, key elements of a successful writing life. |
Abstract
This article offers an exploratory case study of a program for faculty that blends contemplative practices, scholarly productivity, and renewal of faculty as writers at a retreat in a natural setting. We share faculty learning outcomes, logistics, a retreat agenda, and evaluation data from four writing renewal retreats conducted over two years to present initial insight into a contemplative approach to writing retreats that fosters a connection to self, to scholarship, and to a community of writers—key elements of a successful writing life. Through critical reflection on the role of contemplative practices, scholarly productivity, and faculty well-being, we offer a model for holistic faculty development.
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