ReturnCode & Design Interactive Demonstrations of Learning
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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 3
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Session description
Purpose & objective
From very simple materials to complex robotics kits, MakerState is transforming regular classrooms into collaborative creation learning environments with diverse approaches, maintaining STEAM on top and integrating gamification, SEL skills, differentiated learning techniques, Universal Design for Learning, Executive Functioning Skills, Computational Thinking, Digital Citizenship, etc. Our model can be adapted to any K-12 group and our programs are meeting the needs of both students and institutions at the same time.
Outline
This is a participatory workshop in which attendants will create coded projects and 3D-designed artifacts of learning that can be implemented with students in any subject area.
Supporting research
This presentation features approaches to SEL and Executive Functioning as researched and proven by:
Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
Harvard University Center on the Developing Child
Session specifications
Creative Communicator
- Students choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
- Students communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
- Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.