Amplifying Agency, Creativity & Standards in STEM-Infused Learning by PAST Foundation

design thinking video

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Design Cycle

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Inquiry Article - Edutopia

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Courses

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rigor relevance rubric

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Project Zero Resources

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AR/VR

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PAST Foundation - Portable Innovation Labs

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Linking Learning to Life

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Alyssa Reder

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August 6 & 7 Slide Deck

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Mini Inquiry Task/Activity Planning Document - Level 1-3

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Mini Inquiry Task/Activity Examples

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OSLN STEM Classroom Grant RFP

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PBL Experience - OSLN STEM Classroom Grant Template

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Example PBL Narrative for OSLN Classroom Grant

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Making Learning Stick

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Using Design Thinking for Teaching as Inquiry

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Focus on Inquiry

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An inquiry example... Writing Engaging Stories

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Example of HS At-Risk Students Creating an Inquiry-Based Culture of Literacy

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Teachers everywhere are tired of literacy strategies that seem to inhibit rather than support student engagement in reading, writing, talking, and thinking. They've learned that overly scripted materials fail to prepare students for the challenge of a college option and, what's worse, result in kids turning off to learning. Back to the Books offers innovative ways to think about creating a culture of literacy in your school. Both the book and video follow seasoned teachers and examine the strategies they've used to engage students in the excitement of both making texts meaningful and creating their own texts. The video features extensive classroom footage and interviews that demonstrate ways to create a literacy culture in your school—a culture that encourages adolescents to read, write, and think critically about books.

Inquiry-Based Learning: From Teacher-Guided to Student-Driven

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This is an example of elementary students moving from structured to guided inquiry focusing on student led inquiry...

How to make students (and teachers) want to go to school...

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The struggle is real - teaching and learning can be challenging from either perspective. How to use CRSSP strategies to make teaching and learning more engaging. Dedicating her adult life to inspiring her students with discovering their strengths and inspiring personal growth, not only as learners, but as people. Wholeheartedly believing learning can, and should be, both rigorous and fun. Michele started her educational career as a speech/language pathologist and 18 years teaching 3rd grade. For the past 16 years, she has been a well known and respected gifted/talented/enrichment specialist at the elementary school level, challenging students in grades K - 4. During the height of COVID, she spent one year back in the classroom, teaching 4th grade. Michele is involved with Odyssey of the Mind program. She has helped hundreds of students in grades K - 12 improve their creative problem solving skills. For several years, Michele also served as the Director for Camp Invention, a summertime STEM camp. Currently, Michele teaches watercolor painting classes, is an avid crafter, and is very active in her church community. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.

Parents Agree Inquiry Matters

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Kelleigh Huey-Toth

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STEM Experience Instructor

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Makerspace

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Nikki Stancampiano

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Director of Workforce Development & Columbus EcosySTEM

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Vinyl or Heat-Press Quick Start Guide

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3D Printer Quick Start Guide

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Laser Cutter Quick Start Guide

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