10minute Mini Presentation at METS14 Carousel at NUIM

1. Explore, Uncover, Create:
The Bridge21 Learning Model
Claire Conneely
20th March 2014
Bridge21, Centre for Research in IT in Education , Trinity College Dublin
(01) 896 1397 | info@bridge21.ie | www.bridge21.ie p-1

2. Innovative tools & learning models

3. Since 2007...
• 6,000+ students
• 250+ teachers
• 100+ schools nationwide
Our Goal:
To champion an innovative model for 21st
century learning that can be expanded and
replicated nationwide

4. Technology-
mediated
Project-
based
Learning
Space
Team
work
Skills-
focussed
Social
Learning
Protocols
Facilitator
and/or
Mentor(s)
Reflection

5. • Technology as a tool
• Technology & resource
sharing in teamsTechnology-
mediated

6. • Scaffolded
• Team-oriented
• SMARTER Project goals
Project-
based

7. • Designed to support
learning
• Team ownership
• Flexible
• Presentation area
• Stimulating environment
Learning
Space

8. • Social context of school & the
classroom
• Student-led approach
• Structured
• Team stability
• Development &
formation
• Tasks & Roles
• Team Leaders
Teamwork
Social
Learning
Protocols

9. • Development of 21st century
skills & competencies
• Transferrable to other contexts
• Learning to learn
Skills-
focussed

10. • Adult as guide & support
• Adult as co-learner
Mentor /
Facilitator

11. • Team Plan, Do, Review (Kolb)
• Individual ‘Cave’ time
(Thornburg)
Reflection

13. Brainstorm in Teams:
OUR VISION FOR EDUCATION IN 2025
1 min

14. Thank You
Bridge21
Centre for Research in IT in Education , Trinity College Dublin
(01) 896 1397 | info@bridge21.ie |
Web: www.bridge21.ie
Twitter: @bridge21learn