Self-Directed Inquiry - Unleashing Learning Potential Action Research Project into Self-Directed Inquiry.
The concept investigates the application of the principles of Problem Based Learning, Guided Inquiry, The Scientific Method ext
08/09/2019
So many of these boxes get checked when kids have the opportunity to play together in unstructured ways. So what's getting in our way?
We look into the research on play and how kids can get more of it on the podcast:
https://apple.co/2PUh61R (Apple)
https://bit.ly/2lD3hcW (Android)
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17/03/2018
Tynker is such a fantastic platform for tracking student mastery over coding competencies.
How Tynker Promotes Peer Learning (And Why That’s Important!) | Tynker Blog | Coding, Programming and Robotics Stanford University defines peer learning as “students learning from and with each other in both formal and informal ways.” Peer learning can provide emotional support, and the fluidity of roles between teacher and student add to the learning experience. With peer learning, the emphasis is on th...
13/02/2017
Happy Birthday, Charles Darwin!
14/02/2016
5 STEM tools you can use for any subject Choosing the right STEM tools for your students can be intimidating. Here’s a short guide to the factors you should consider, from grade level and subject area to cost.
06/12/2015
Complete an Hour of Code by learning to code with a drone. Build a real-world flappy drone game, solve a maze with Sphero, and program your own tricks.
Tynker | Coding for Kids | Programming, Sequenc... Tynker makes it fun and easy to learn computer programming. Get started today with Tynker's easy-to-learn, visual programming course designed for young learners in 4th through 8th grades.
02/12/2015
Guide to Online Services For Parents And Kids |... GUIDE TO ONLINE SERVICES The Better Internet for Kids (BIK) guide to online services aims to provide key information about some of the most popular apps, social networking sites and other platforms which are commonly being used by children and young people (and adults) today.
29/11/2015
Student-run genius bar: The facilitator’s guide... The Burlington High School Help Desk in Massachusetts is one of the first and most successful student-run genius bars in the nation. Facilitator Jenn Scheffer gives her step-by-step guide for starting a student tech team in your school.
29/11/2015
Humanoid Robot Walk-Man Can Operate Human Tools... European scientists introduced a humanoid robot, named Walk-Man, for emergency and disaster response. The robot can navigate well through tricky environments using all its limbs.
29/11/2015
4 Benefits To Using Badges In Online Learning |... "There are several benefits to using badges in an online class. Among these are greater autonomy for students, greater levels of feedback, and a variety of assignments. Students also enjoy the ability to try again if they don't succeed at first and the badge graphics they receive once they earn t...
29/11/2015
Exposing students to STEM experiences can be an extremely engaging and effective way to foster the skills they will need in a global, competitive workplace. But don’t save these activities for science or math class. You can incorporate STEM learning tools in all core content areas to encourage critical thinking, collaboration and creativity while reinforcing valuable skills.
5 STEM tools you can use for any subject | STEA... Choosing the right STEM tools for your students can be intimidating. Here’s a short guide to the factors you should consider, from grade level and subject area to cost.
26/11/2015
One for our Master Plan STEM Unit..... a walkable map of the Earth
A Map of the World, Made From Soil and Stone | ... A walkable map of the world, made from soil and stone by one man
