Research tells us that problem solving, teamwork and communication are the skills that are currently most in demand in the workplace, yet students are not given enough opportunities to practice these skills.* This course is designed to provide educators of students grades 4+ with resources that can help students engage in collaborative and creative problem solving using maker technology (i.e. recycled materials, electrical components, and microcontrollers). No prerequisite courses or skills required.

*Source: The Economist Intelligence Unit, 2015

Course Instructor/s:

Matt Hurst

Matt Hurst supports teachers in designing engaging, inquiry based learning experiences for students. He is currently a middle school instructional mentor (TOSA) at Whiteaker Middle School in Salem-Keizer. Before his role as a mentor, he taught Language Arts, ELD, iLearn (iPad Elective) & Video Production. He is a Google Innovator, Raspberry Pi Certified, LearnZillion DreamTeamer, […]

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