Creativity+&+Innovation

1-What “best practices” instructional strategies were present? The students had mentors who actually taught them skills. These mentors allowed the students to problem-solve and create. The students were excited about learning skills in a "real world" environment, rather than sitting in a classroom with a textbook. 2-What technology tools were used? The students used advanced software to design buildings, etc. 3-If electronic collaboration was present, what applications were used? The students worked together on computers in their designs. 4-If electronic communication was present, what applications were used?

5-Any interesting findings from your video viewing This video showed a really exciting way for students to learn. It was very "hands-on." It seemed that the students were so excited to have this approach to learning. They were learning skills that they will use in a job one day.

Further Discussion- Learning by Design: The Build San Francisco Institute’s School-to-Career Project: Discuss the design challenges and why students might be turned on by this type of activity. Discuss grading with a rubric, and why that is important with today’s 21st Century Students.