Christa McAuliffe Technology Conference

Explore the practical implementation of an invention unit into their curriculum culminating in a school or classroom Invention Convention science fair style event. The session examines useful reflective strategies, hands-on learning approaches, and the application of Project-based learning (PBL) concepts via action planning. The Design-thinking Process will be covered including effectively utilizing Model-eliciting Activities (MEAs) to help students conceptualize their ideas and be innovative! (Presenter(s): Nicole MacMillan, Director of Young Inventors' Program, Academy of Applied Science, and Sara Munro)