![]() When I first created it some of that software was not available.or didn't have a free version, which Discus did. Why not use vBulletin, PHPBB, IP.Board or something similar? That 'Discus' software seems very peculiar and awkward to use.īelieve it or not this forum has been on the Internet for going on 12(?) years now. It is all part of our mission-to educate.to 'preserve and to protect.'Īs the 'host,' may I extend a heartfelt invitation to anyone interested in bespoke footwear-all who share our goals are welcome.Ĭlick to expand. Some of the work posted in the Gallery is amazing.some not so much. In fact, we do not allow or encourage self-promotion nor buying or selling for personal profit. All of whom.all who post regularly.do so out of a desire to help others learn and advance-they give their time out of generosity and nothing else. We have beginners who are struggling and who post photos both because they are proud to have come that far and because they hope for constructive criticism or input.Īnd we have master shoemakers and journeyman shoemakers who, while not certifiably masters (no papers), are, nevertheless some of the very best and most knowledgeable makers in the world. Once you've registered, you can reply or add comment to any thread or discussion that you can read.įinally, and maybe most important in this (SF) context.and answering some criticism that has been expressed here.The Crispin Colloquy is not a 'show and tell' or a platform for braggadocio or ostentatious display. All threads are effectively 'sticky.' We feel that there is a thread for every pertinent subject that needs to be discussed and welcome contributions within those subtopics. ![]() As a consequence threads do not disappear for lack of input or being out of date or out of sight. But goal number one is to archive knowledge and goal number two is to educate. We discuss bespoke shoe and bootmaking techniques (and allied Trades) and encourage those who wish to ask questions or contribute to a discussion. ![]() The forum is an adjunct of The Honourable Cordwainers' Company-a registered 501, C-3, tax-exempt educational Trade Guild who's mission is to 'preserve and protect.' The second thing to know is that you cannot start a new thread. This is as simple as registering and giving a valid email address. The first thing you have to know is that to post on that forum you must be a member. If you think you would be interested in facilitating a colloquy please contact us at Almost everyone on the Steering Committee has facilitated a colloquy before, and Committee members are always available for advice and counsel.I am the creator, webmaster and Administrator at the Crispin Colloquy. Successful facilitators may be subject matter experts on their colloquy topic, but they may also be good moderators/discussion leaders who have a strong interest (but not necessarily expertise) in the topic at hand. While some colloquy topics naturally lend themselves to some lecture-type presentations, the most important element of a successful colloquy is the quality of discussion during the meetings.Īs such, facilitators are strongly encouraged to foster a robust dialogue by preparing a series of discussion points, issues, questions or observations to elicit thoughtful contributions from all participants. Facilitating the discussion during the colloquy meetings (see below for more).Selecting, if appropriate, suitable reading or other materials for participants to review as they prepare for the colloquy meetings.Organizing and describing the colloquy topic (for example, for the summer “flyer” advertising the colloquy season and for website pages describing the colloquy).The colloquy facilitator is responsible for: As you will note from the lists elsewhere on this site, the range of past topics is quite broad and we continue to look for topics in new areas to expand the colloquies’ appeal. We seek to offer colloquies that will be of interest to participants and which can be led by a suitable facilitator. In addition to the more detailed document linked above, the following will give you some of the highlights of leading a colloquy: Colloquy Topics While Colloquy Downeast vets and organizes colloquy topics (together with venues, advertising, etc.), the key to every colloquy’s success is the colloquy “ facilitator.”
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