International Conference on 
Creativity and Imagination in 
Education and methods of maStery
November 17-20 2003
Russian State University for the Humanities
 Moscow, Russia

CALL FOR PAPERS
Our conference will explore various ways in which we can better understand the role of creativity and imagination in education and methods of mastery.  We are interested in the theoretical ideas that describe the nature of imaginative engagements at different ages and professions.  Especially, we would like to discuss the opportunities that L.Vygotsky’s historical-cultural approach offers.
We can also learn much by looking at the nature of imaginative development in different areas of education and professions, and in different cultures. In papers, workshops and performances, we will explore ideas, strategies, techniques and practical materials that can contribute to a greater role for creativity and imagination in all aspects of human activity. 
Keynote Speaker
Gita Vygodskaya, (daughter of L. Vygotsky) 

Featured Presenters include
Elena Kravtsova (RSUH, Moscow)
Bonnie Cramond (University of Georgia, USA)
Gennady Kravtsov (RSUH, Moscow)
Michael Cole (University of California San Diego, USA) 
Natalia Gajdamaschko  (Simon Fraser University, Canada)

Conference Location and Venue
The Russian State University for the Humanities is situated almost in the center of Moscow. The conference will be held in classrooms of the University.  
An Invitation
You are invited to submit proposals on any aspect of the connection between education and mastery on the one hand, and creativity and imagination on the other. We are hospitable to the usual kinds of papers and workshops, but also invite you to submit proposals for other formats that you think might best allow you to display or demonstrate your ideas: roundtable sessions, informal presentations and discussions, and posters.
We particularly welcome proposals from academics and researchers, including all kinds of teachers and educators.
In addition to the conference, a meeting will be held to discuss the founding of the new Vygotsky Society. You will be able to participate in establishing this society. The head of the Vygotsky Society will be Gita L'vovna Vygodskaya, the daughter of Vygotsky.  At the organizational meeting of the new organization, you will have an opportunity to meet her.   
Submission Guidelines
Proposals should include a title, an abstract of approximately 300 words (double spaced), and information about yourself, including your institutional affiliation, degrees, publications, and whatever else you think might be helpful for us to know.
Please let us know whether, instead of, or in addition to presenting, you might be interested in being a discussant or participating in the program in some other way.
Paper sessions will be scheduled into 20 minute time slots.  Workshops may be scheduled for up to 60 minute slots, though efforts will be made to accommodate longer sessions as required. Please indicate your preferred format and time requirement and audio-visual requirements (if any).
Important Dates
Deadline for the submission of proposals: June 1, 2003
Notification of proposal acceptance: On or before July 1, 2003
Send proposals and correspondence to:
Vladimir Spiridonov 
Vygotsky Institute of Psychology 
The Russian State University for the Humanities 
Miousskaya Square 6
125267 Moscow , Russia

Phone: 7-095-250-61-47, 7-095-250-66-32. 
Fax: 7-095-250-44-33
E-mail: mdyadyunova@mail.ru 

Conference Registration Information
Registrants will be able to register by fax or mail. A conference registration form and detailed registration information will be available in early March 2003. 
Conference Fees
Before July 1, 2003: 
Regular: USD $250.00
Student: USD $150.00 
After July 1, 2003, or at the venue: 
Regular: USD $300.00
Student: USD $200.00 
Conference fees can by paid a check (drawn on a U.S. or Canadian bank) made out to “Natalia Gajdamaschko, Vygotsky Conference Treasurer” and mailed with the conference registration to 
Vygotsky conference 
Suite # 257 
255 New Port Drive 
Port Moody, B.C. 
V3H 4E1
Canada 

Also, conference fees can be paid through a bank wire to the following account:
C/O Natalia Gajdamaschko, account # 2015394, Village Credit Union, Institution code 809, Port Moody/Herritage Mountain Branch, #140-221 Ioco Road, Port Moody, B.C. V3H 4E2

Conference Secretariat
The Russian State University for the Humanities 
125267 Moscow, Miousskaya square, 6
Russia

Phone: 7-095-250-61-47, 7-095-250-66-32. 
Fax: 7-095-250-44-33
E-mail: mdyadyunova@mail.ru 

Links
The Russian State University for the Humanities: www.rsuh.ru
The Vygotsky Institute of Psychology: http://psychology.rsuh.ru  
This Conference: http://psychology.rsuh.ru