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Learning with the Heart:SEL and STEAM using EdTech Tools
Who we are
Diana WendellSchool Library System DirectorOCM/Oswego [email protected]
- Supports 32 school districts across 4 counties in New York state
- Coordinates professional learning opportunities for school librarians and classroom teachers
- Provides maker technology for loans to educators
- Coordinates online technology purchasing
Who we are
- Trusted source & value-added supplier of emerging technology products
- Vetting of vendors and innovative tech products with educational value
- Design and customization of grade-specific Tech Bundles
- Focus on teacher education and meaningful use of innovative EdTech and MakerEd tools
Irina TuuleFounder, CO [email protected]
3H Coordination
Perception, Cognition,Reflection -
Character Building
Emotions, Values,Relationships -
SEL
Doing, Inventing,Engagement -
Creativity
HEAD and HEART
WHAT IS SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)?
The process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.
SEL is…
SELF-AWARENESS
SELF-MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBLE DECISION-MAKING
RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
SOCIAL AWARENESS
Social andEmotionalLearning
(SEL)
• Perspective-taking• Empathy• Appreciating diversity• Respect for others
• Communication• Social engagement• Building relationships• Working cooperatively• Resolving conflicts• Helping/Seeking help
• Identifying emotions• Self-perception/Identity• Recognizing strengths• Sense of self-confidence• Self-efficacy
• Identifying problems• Analyzing situations• Solving problems• Evaluating• Reflecting• Ethical responsibility
• Impulse control• Stress management• Self-discipline• Self-motivation• Perseverance • Goal-setting• Organizational skills
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
https://casel.org/
HEAD, HEART and HANDS (+ Tools)
MakerEd: Experiential, Engaging, ExcitingMakerEd - a technological and creative learning revolution:
- Returns to “doing” - using hands, brains, hearts, and tools
- Requires active learning, not passive consumption
- Fosters creativity and collaboration safely
- Utilizes learning power of mistakes
- Encourages integration of various skills
- Personalizes learning experience
- Embraces Diversity
Communication => Community
MakerEd Landscape
SpaceSpecialized / integratedStationary / Mobile Permanent / Temporary
Time Assigned / OccasionalWithin schedule / After school
Structure Free play / Organized havos / Purposeful Self-paced / Guided / Hybrid
ContentIntegrated into core material (Illustrative) / Specialty subjectsRequired / ElectiveIntroductory (Exposure) / Deep learning (Specific tech skills)
MakerEd: Evidence of Change & Engagement
❖ Changing classroom atmosphere❖ Encourages Entrepreneurship and
Compassion❖ From first adopters to vibrant community
➢ The role of librarians
Changing Classroom Atmosphere● Shifts in educator roles: Sage on the Stage > Guide
on the Side > Experienced / Fearless Learner○ Teacher’s Competence and Confidence => Fearless
Teaching inspires Fearless Learning○ Going out of the comfort zone (teachers and students) =>
“move yourself from your mind”
● School Libraries are the perfect place for the combo of SEL & MakerEd Tech Tools
● Students ownerships of learning● School community: integrades collaboration
○ Students across grade levels sharing knowledge with younger students
Encouraging Entrepreneurship and Compassion● Entrepreneurship as a mindset to solve problems
○ Shift from Future to Now: Elementary/Middle/High S. ○ School store with products from FabLab and
Makespace
● Compassion encouraged○ 3D-print projects: prosthetic arms, grad gifts○ Raspberry Pi projects: light fire alarm for deaf kids
From the First Adopters...
School Librarians as Leaders of Innovation
➢Model of innovative learning, unique learning environment➢Hub of information, energy and passion➢Options and opportunities➢Atmosphere of welcoming culture, attitude and believes➢Space of shared emotional experience (books and making)➢Safe inclusive student-centered place to be “self”➢Engaged use of MakerEd tech tools➢Professional Development/Learning➢Lending tech to teachers (and students)
● Responsibility and Decision-Making● Teamwork● Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving● Relationship-Building● Community Engagement
https://apertureed.com/sel-integration/many-ways-sel-can-enhance-makerspace-learning/
SEL Objectives that Can Be Accomplished in Learning through MakerEd Tools
Transformative Experience
Make a Road and let Ozobot go back and forth
Setting the Stage for Diverse Learning Experiences
MakerEd tech tools create a safe environment where SEL happens and students gain and practice SE skills which will enhance STEAM and general Ed learning:
➢ Empathy
➢ Impulse control
➢ Emotion recognition
➢ Emotion management
➢ Communication
➢ Assertiveness
➢ Problem solving
… to accommodate all learners through meaningful use of STEM/MakerEd innovative tech tools, evolving pedagogy and SEL
Bringing Innovative Tech to General Ed...
Teaching with MakerEd Tools
· reading · spelling · maze-making · creative writing · movie production · art · foreign languages · choreographing dance routines · social studies · programming · optics · math · geometry
MakerEd Tech for Authentic LearningVariety of paths Diversity of solutions
Instant feedback Wordless Communication
Transforming Aggression/Confusion into CourageOvercoming Fear through Action
Providing Tools to Self-DiscoveryIdentifying and Managing emotions
Developing strength of characterDefeating insecurity
Giving foundation for Self-directions/disciplineNurturing healthy connections and collaboration
= Ownership of (personalized) learning , Foundation for communication skills
MakerEd Tech as a Medium for Communication
Balancing self-expressionIdentifying emotionsAnalyzing situationResolving conflictNurturing CollaborationBuilding TeamsRobotic “interpretation” of an input
MakerEd Tech and Pro-Social Skills
Sharing and caringParticipation, try and practicePatience and effortAccepting differencesResolving conflictsFollowing sensible and purposeful rulesListening and value ideas (own and others)Praising, respecting and helping others
MakerEd Tech Tools for NeuroDiversity
Non-verbal Coding / Picture Instructions / Blocks
Robo Wunderkind
Root
Edison
Wonder Workshop
Puzzlets
Kano (Raspberry Pi)
Finch 2
“Less Stress” Tools
Ozobot
Edison
Cubetto
Cubelets
E-Blox
MakeDo
VR and AR
Visual vs InteractiveTrips to different placesCreate/edit own tour
MakerEd Tech in Inclusivity Toolbox● Safe environment: poor experience can become beneficial● Provide engagement, raise enthusiasm and mindfulness● Reduce anxiety and build confidence● Constant feedback: all students see what they do● Self-care, developing student independence, progress at
students’ own pace● Support all learners● Enabling wordless communication (ELL)● Help with transitions● Balancing group dynamic: individual, two-person, small group● Inclusive Team Making (encourage socialization with variety of
classmates, prevent uneven ability teams)
Eduporium Makes it Easier by...
Using a Systemic Approach
Matching Tech Products with teachers’ Expertise
Designing Custom EdTech Bundles + Supporting PD
Providing Grant Seekers with Supporting Customized Docs
Running Workshops/Tech Petting Zoo
Partnering with Vibrant Community of Educators
