Course Description
This course explores the design of innovative educational technologies and creative learning environments, drawing on specific case studies such as the LEGO® Programmable Brick, Scratch software and Computer Clubhouse after-school learning centers. Includes activities with new educational technologies, reflections on …
This course explores the design of innovative educational technologies and creative learning environments, drawing on specific case studies such as the LEGO® Programmable Brick, Scratch software and Computer Clubhouse after-school learning centers. Includes activities with new educational technologies, reflections on learning experiences, and discussion of strategies and principles underlying the design of new tools and activities.
Course Info
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Learning Resource Types
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Problem Sets with Solutions
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Projects with Examples
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Activity Assignments with Examples
For one of the class assignments, two students built a Scratch-based drumset using foil-wrapped paper plates, conductive metal chopsticks, and a Scratch sensor PicoBoard. (Courtesy of anonymous MIT students. Used with permission.)
