Experiential Learning: Reimagine Conference
Experiential and innovative learning, as seen at Tolles Career and Technical Center and Columbus City School District in Ohio. @mssunderman @cahill_tolles
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Main Points
- What is experiential learning?
- Creating a classroom that fosters experience.
- Examples of experience.
- Practical application
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Experiential Learning
- Empowers students to learn from the inside out.
- Puts students in charge of their learning.
- Fosters critical thinking/questioning and self efficacy.
- Strong foundation in critical philosophy
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BEFORE AT TOLLES...
TRADITIONAL ACADEMIC DESKS AND FURNITURE
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GROUP WORK
IT WAS POSSIBLE, BUT CRAMPED!
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WELCOMING AND WARM, BUT CLUTTERED...
AFTER...
SPACE FOR MOVEMENT, WITH MINIMAL DISTRACTIONS
MORE SPACE FOR GROUP WORK AND COLLABORATION
PNEUMATIC TABLES PROVIDE ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY
COLLEGIATE STYLE LECTURE HALL
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BEFORE...
COLUMBUS NORTH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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It isn't just furniture, its a philosophy.
THE TEACHER DESK
MOVEABLE PODIUM
ALLOWS FOR MORE SPACE; PUTS US AMONG STUDENTS
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Emphasis on "our" classroom
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NO DESK...
- More space
- Better rapport/trust
- See how they learn
- Classroom management
- Sense of camaraderie
- No unnecessary furniture
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METHODS
- Project based learning (Buck Institute; BIE.org)
- Performance based learning
- Simulations; hands-on/kinesthetic
- Problem-based learning
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Students assumed the role of American colonists for a standards-based debate...
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Students ran an entire campaign, including polls, advertisements, speeches and debates
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OTHER EXPERIENCES:
- Problem based: AP population project
- House of Representatives simulation
- Illustrate concepts through action: The Pearl Exchange, Paper Chain Supply
- Mock trial
- Treaty of Versailles negotiations
- The New Enlightenment: creating our own philosophic ideas
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Treaty of Versailles Negotiations
Treaty of Versailles Negotiations
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Communism!
Diminishing Marginal Returns Simulation
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Use public spaces in your school; showcase their work!
PEERS, TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS CAN WATCH
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ENVIRONMENT
- Ditch the desk
- Sit among the students as you teach
- Ask for flexible furniture
- Change your classroom to reflect the activity; authentic environments
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
- Try project based learning
- Inquiry based: question them and let them struggle!
- Get students out of their seats by simulating concepts instead of instructing concepts
- Take risks!
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Your Turn!
- Think of a lesson, unit, or concept you already teach
- How can you turn this into an experience?
- Collaborate and discuss!
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Please Contact for Support!
Lsunderman@
columbus.k12.oh.us
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