Flat space, deep learning

This masterclass will focus on how we can give students ownership of their learning using a team-based, project-based approach.

This new approach has no standard lectures or exams, yet students’ conceptual gains are significantly greater than those obtained in traditional courses. The course blends six best practices to deliver a learning experience that helps students develop important skills, including communication, estimation, problem solving, and team skills, in addition to a solid conceptual understanding of the material. This masterclass will discuss the course philosophy and pedagogical approach and participants will take part in a variety of scaffolded exercises, including a new form of collaborative assessment.

Participants will:

• Learn how to create an environment that returns ownership of learning to the students
• Engage in a set of scaffolded and guided activities in a team-based setting
• Use several innovate new digital platforms on consumer devices to support the learning process

Who should attend:

• Principals and teachers interested in project-based and team-based learning
• Teachers interested in how pedagogy and assessment can be adjusted to help students take ownership of their learning
• Principals interested in transforming education

Benefits of attending:

• This masterclass will demonstrate how to create a social responsibility for learning
• Identify how to use assessment as a learning opportunity
• Take away practical strategies on how to shift the focus from the instructor to the students

Important note: Please bring your own laptop.