[Glass, Urrea, Diaz] = Glass, E., C. Urrea, and J. Diaz. STEAM Learning Architecture: A Framework for Educational Innovation—A project of pK–12 at MIT Open Learning.
Session 1: Introduction to the Course
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz]:
- Read executive summary, preface, and introduction
- Day in the life of the student at Itz’at STEAM Academy (vignette)
Session 2: Ways of Learning
- Rober, M. “Mark Rober.” (YouTube channel.)
- Solomon, F., D. Champion, et al. “Embodied Physics: Utilizing Dance Resources for Learning and Engagement in STEM.” Journal of the Learning Sciences 31, no. 1 (2022): 73–106.
Session 3: Pillar 1: Social, Emotional, and Cultural Learning (SECL), Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Chapter 1: Foundational Pillars and Core Practices: Student-Centered Learning and SECL
- Senge, P., M. Boell, et al. “Introduction to Compassionate Systems Framework in Schools.” The Center for Systems Awareness, Abdul Latif Jameel World Education Lab (J-WEL), Massachusetts Institute of Technology. March 2019.
- Allensworth, E.M., C.A. Farrington, et al. “Supporting Social, Emotional, & Academic Development: Research Implications for Educators. Research Synthesis.” University of Chicago Consortium on School Research (2018).
- Farrington, C.A., M. Roderick, et al. “Teaching Adolescents to Become Learners: The Role of Noncognitive Factors in Shaping School Performance: A Critical Literature Review.” University of Chicago Consortium on School Research (2012).
Session 4: Pillar 1: Social, Emotional, and Cultural Learning (SECL), Part 2
- MIT Systems Awareness Lab. “California Impact: Compassionate Systems Leadership in Expanded Learning.” July 26, 2023. (YouTube.)
- Logan, T. (host). “On Compassionate Systems Change in Education—A Conversation with Dr. Boell.” Future Learning Design Podcast. Center for Systems Awareness, January 2024.
- Senge, P., H. Hamilton, and J. Kania. “The Dawn of System Leadership.” Stanford Social Innovation Review 13, no. 1 (2014): 27–33.
Session 5: Pillar 2: Transdisciplinary Academics, Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Core Practices: Transdisciplinary Academics
- Subcommittee, Federal Coordination in STEM Education. “Convergence Education: A Guide to Transdisciplinary STEM Learning and Teaching.” (2022).
- Papert, S. “The Gears of My Childhood.” Foreword in Mindstorms: Children, Computers, and Powerful Ideas. Basic Books (1980).
- Papert, S. “Microworlds: Incubators for Knowledge.” Chapter 5 in Mindstorms: Children, Computers, and Powerful Ideas. Basic Books (1980).
Additional Readings
- Ackermann, E. “Piaget’s Constructivism, Papert’s Constructionism: What’s the Difference?” (2011).
Session 6: Pillar 2: Transdisciplinary Academics, Part 2
- Keane, L., and M. Keane. “STEAM by Design.” Design and Technology Education 21, no. 1 (2016): 61–82.
- Mansilla, V.B., and A. Schleicher. “Big Picture Thinking.” How to Educate the Whole Person for an Interconnected World: Principles and Practice. Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (2022).
Additional Readings
- United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). “Education for Sustainable Development: A Roadmap.” (2020).
Session 7: Pillar 3: Community Engagement, Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Core Practices: Community Engagement
Additional Readings
- MIT Sloan Action Learning. “Action Learning in a Changing World | A Year in Review 2021–2022.” issuu.com. February 14, 2023.
- Liebtag, E. “Studio-Based Learning and Self-Directed Students at NuVu.” Getting Smart. April 7, 2019.
Session 8: Pillar 3: Community Engagement, Part 2
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Core Practices: Community Engagement
Session 9: Key Learning Areas, Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Chapter 2: Key Learning Areas
Session 10: Key Learning Areas, Part 2
- Davies, A., D. Fidler, et al. “Future Work Skills 2020 Report.” Institute for the Future (IFTF) for the University of Phoenix Research Institute.
- Mann, A., V. Denis, et al. “Dream Jobs? Teenagers’ Career Aspirations and the Future of Work.” OECD, 2020.
- Future Skills Map, 2021. Institute for the Future (IFTF) for the University of Phoenix Research Institute.
Session 11: Key Learning Areas, Part 3
- Washor, E., and S. Boldt. “New Ways.” In Learning to Leave: How Real-World Learning Transforms Education. Big Picture Learning (2023).
- Arnold, K.D., E. Brown Soto, et al. “Post-Secondary Outcomes of Innovative High Schools: The Big Picture Longitudinal Study.” (2015).
Session 12: Competency-Based Learning and Assessment, Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Chapter 3: Competency-Based Learning and Assessment
- Zebel, E. “What IS the Difference Between Competencies and Standards?” re-Design blog. October 16, 2016.
- Casey, K. “Moving Toward Mastery: Growing, Developing, and Sustaining Educators for Competency-Based Education. CompetencyWorks Report.” iNACOL. License CC BY. (2018).
Additional Readings
- “Competency-Based Education: The Why, What, and How” by MIT Teaching Systems Lab. MIT Open Learning Library. License CC BY.
- Haynes, E., K. Zeiser, et al. “Looking Under the Hood of Competency-Based Education: The Relationship Between Competency-Based Education Practices and Students’ Learning Skills, Behaviors, and Dispositions.” American Institutes for Research (2016).
- Sturgis, C., and K. Casey. “Quality Principles for Competency-Based Education.” iNACOL. License CC BY. (2018).
Session 13: Competency-Based Learning and Assessment, Part 2
- Ivory, A. “What Is an Exit Ticket in School? Checking Student Understanding.” Shaped blog, HMH Education Company. March 6, 2024.
Additional Readings
- Beyond Rubrics Toolkit. MIT Playful Journey Lab and Maker Ed Initiative (2019).
- Metarubric, MIT Playful Journey Lab (link no longer exists)
Session 14: Innovative Models, Part 1
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Chapter 5: Program Design Approach and Conclusion
Session 15: Innovative Models, Part 2
- Riordan, R. “Change the Subject: Making the Case for Project-Based Learning.” Edutopia blog, January 17, 2013.
- Riordan, R., and S. Caillier. “Schools as Equitable Communities of Inquiry.” In J.W. Cook (ed.), Sustainability, Human Well-Being, and the Future of Education. Palgrave Macmillan. (2019).
- Henderson, D., D. Jackson, et al. “Ideas for Designing an Affordable New Educational Institution.” White paper, Abdul Latif Jameel World Education Lab, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. September 2022.
- Powderhouse Organization.
Additional Readings
- Kluver, J., and J. Robin. Changing the Subject: Twenty Years of Projects from High Tech High. (Ebook) (2021).
Session 16: Site Visit: Dearborn STEM Academy
- Gonzalez, P.G., D. Noh, and D. Wilson. “Making the Space for Learning.” Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education, September, 2022: 1–17.
- Talbert, R., and A. Mor-Avi. “A Space for Learning: An Analysis of Research on Active Learning Spaces.” Heliyon 5, no. 12 (2019).
Session 17: Design Process
- In [Glass, Urrea, Diaz], read Chapter 5: Program Design Approach
- Paniagua, A., and D. Istance. Teachers as Designers of Learning Environments: The Importance of Innovative Pedagogies, Educational Research and Innovation, OECD Publishing, Paris (2018).
Session 18: Early Stage Project Ideas
- Gram, M. “On Design Thinking.” n + 1 Magazine 35, Fall 2019.
- Burdick, A. “Design Without Designers.” Paper based on presentation at the School of Design Strategies at Parsons The New School for Design, New York. April 29, 2009. License CC BY-NC.
- Brown, T. “Design Thinking.” Harvard Business Review 86, no. 6(2008): 84–141.
- Mau, B. “24 Principles for Massive Change.” SXSW on YouTube. June 28, 2018.
Session 19: Concept Development
- Papert, S. “What’s the Big Idea? Toward a Pedagogy of Idea Power.” IBM Systems Journal 39, no. 3.4 (2000): 720–729.
- Thomas, C.J. “Building a Better World Through Education: 6 Big Ideas.” The Brookings Institution, July 16, 2020.
Session 20: Project Work / Introduction to Project-Based Learning
- Capraro, R.M., and S.W. Slough. “Why PBL? Why STEM? Why Now? An Introduction to STEM Project-Based Learning.” In R.M. Capraro, M.M. Capraro, and J.R. Morgan (eds), STEM Project-Based Learning. SensePublishers, 2013.
- “Day in the Life” (PDF). In Conceptual Design for a STEAM Lab School in Belize. Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2020.
Session 21: Introduction to Playtesting
- Klopfer, E., S. Osterweil, K. Salen, et al. “Moving Learning Games Forward: Obstacles, Opportunities, and Openness.” The Education Arcade, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2009). License CC BY.
- “Meredith Thompson & Justin Reich: Playtesting.” In 11.155x Design Thinking for Leading and Learning. By Teaching Systems Lab, on Open Learning Library. License CC BY.
Session 22: Project Work / Introduction to Inquiry and Equitable Practices
- Gardony, J. Summary of Protocols Handout (PDF). Scheller Teacher Education Program, CMS Dept., Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
- Juarez, K. “The Charrette Protocol.” Center for Leadership and Educational Equity (CLEE). 2003, revised 2007.
- McDonald, J., and D. Allen. “Tuning Protocol: Examining Adult Work.” Center for Leadership and Educational Equity (CLEE).
- Breidenstein, A., and I. Liberatore. “Tunette.” Center for Leadership and Educational Equity (CLEE).
- Thompson-Grove, G. “What? So What? Now What?” Center for Leadership and Educational Equity (CLEE). 2004, revised 2012.
Session 23: Playtesting and Feedback / Project Work
- Haas, J.M. “Committee of N: Playful Design in Teacher Education.” PhD dissertation, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2019).
- Laipson, P. “Building a Competency-Based Teacher Education Program: The High Meadows Experience, Part 1.” Blog post, December 13, 2022, FullScale Learning.
Session 24: Playtesting and Feedback / Project Work
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Session 25: Final Project Work
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Session 26: Final Presentations and Review
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