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Building Activist Through Community Problem Solving

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Poster Theme: AI

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Session description

In this session we will share project based learning ideas that get students out of the classroom and into problem solving to make life better. From brainstorm to presentation, and all the check ins in between, will be shown along with examples from pr campaigns to app building.

Outline

1. introductions
2. examples of projects
3. reactions and student feedback
4. project steps used in our project
5. brainstorming ideas for use in classroom
6. share Padlet of resources

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Outcomes

After attending this session, attendees will be able to create student driven learning projects that help students find problems, look for solutions, and work within their community to help people have better lives.

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Supporting research

Giving students the ability to lead their learning, solve problems, and make real life changes leads to citizens who know how to organize, collaborate, and have empathy for others.

Supporting articles:
https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-community-challenges-learning/

https://civicslearning.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Community-Action-Projects-Elementary-Guide-Materials.pdf

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkQSH1-r010

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Presenters

Nancy Penchev

Staff Development Teacher

Montgomery County Schools, MD

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Session specifications

Topic:

Project-, Problem-, and Challenge-Based Learning

Grade level:

PK-5

Audience:

Librarian, Teacher Prep, Teacher

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

Padlet, Canva, and other tools will be shown, but accounts not required

Subject area:

Elementary/Multiple Subjects, Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM)

ISTE Standards:

For Educators: Leader, Citizen
For Students: Innovative Designer

Transformational Learning Principles:

Spark Curiosity, Prioritize Authentic Experiences

Related exhibitors:

Padlet