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Curiosity to Career (May 2015)
The document discusses innovations in Maine education that have helped transform student interests into careers, including the Maine Common Core of Learning, the statewide broadband network, the Maine Learning Results, the Learning Technology Endowment, and the one-to-one laptop initiatives for grades 7-8 and 9-12. It also discusses the proficiency-based diploma and pathways to computing careers through engagement, exploration of subjects like coding, and showcasing student projects.
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- 1. Clearly Ambiguous Transforming StudentInterests into Engaging Careers From Curiosity to Career Jay Collier, Program Director Educate Maine • Project>Login • May 2015 projectlogin.com/curiositytocareer
- 2. Clearly Ambiguous Project>Login isa program of Educate Maine, a business-led education advocacy organization. >
- 3. Clearly Ambiguous Innovations inMaine Learning
- 4. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Maine’s Common Core of Learning (1990) “Teaching and learning in the twenty-first century must have an integrated approach. Increasingly we will need to see connections and patterns among areas of thought that have too often been understood — and taught — in compartments or pieces.” Maine’s Common Core of Learning • Personal and global scholarship • Communication • Reasoning and Problem Solving • The Human Record
- 5. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Broadband school network (1996) “The Maine School and Library Network was the first statewide interconnect to provide internet access, email, web hosting, and other internet related services to all public schools and libraries across the state of Maine.” Placbo
- 6. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Maine Learning Results (1997, 2007, 2011) Maine Department of Education >
- 7. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Maine Learning Results (1997, 2007, 2011) GUIDING PRINCIPLES Each Maine student shall leave school as: • A clear and effective communicator • A self-directed and lifelong learner • A creative and practical problem solver • A responsible and involved citizen • An integrative and informed thinker Maine Department of Education >
- 8. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Learning Technology Endowment (2000) hmmlargeart
- 9. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION Learning Technology Endowment (2000) hmmlargeart Angus King • Governor of Maine (1995–2003) • Founder, Northeast Energy Management • Host, MPBN MaineWatch • U.S. Senator (2013–) Seymour Papert • Protege of Jean Piaget • Co-founder of the MIT Media Lab • Author of Mindstorms • Creator of LOGO
- 10. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative, Gr 7-8 (2002) Maine Department of Education
- 11. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative, Gr 7-8 (2002) • Laptops have improved state writing test scores • In one bellweather school, 50% fewer students need remedial math, and almost twice as many students passed the state math exam (from 50% to 91%) — Maine Education Policy Research Institute (2009) Maine Department of Education
- 12. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative, Gr 9-12 (2009) Heather Manchester, Bangor Daily News DOEBangor Daily News, Maine Department of Education
- 13. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative, Gr 9-12 (2009) Heather Manchester, Bangor Daily News DOEBangor Daily News, Maine Department of Education
- 14. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative, Gr 9-12 (2009) Heather Manchester, Bangor Daily News DOEBangor Daily News, Maine Department of Education
- 15. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative (2002-09)
- 16. Clearly Ambiguous coderdojo.com HowI Took Advantage of the MLTI to Connect Young People from Around the World INNOVATIONS IN MAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative (2002-09)
- 17. Clearly Ambiguous INNOVATIONS INMAINE EDUCATION One-to-One Laptop Initiative (2002-09)
- 18. Clearly Ambiguous Stephen Conn INNOVATIONSIN MAINE EDUCATION Proficiency-based Diploma (2012) Competency Replaces Seat Time “Students throughout Maine will be able to move from one grade to the next by demonstrating that they understand certain concepts and skills, not by spending a required number of hours in each subject.”
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- 20. Clearly AmbiguousSource: http://www.cra.org/uploads/documents/resources/taulbee/ CS_Degree_and_Enrollment_Trends_2010-11.pdf In2010, seven large Maine employers reported they alone would need 500 to 700 computer technology workers within 5 years. >
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- 22. Clearly Ambiguous Project>Login’s Mission> Expandthe network of computing and IT professionals in Maine to help meet workforce demand through education, information, and internships.
- 23. Clearly Ambiguous Project>Login’s Short-termGoal Help participating universities and colleges double the number of computing and IT bachelor’s degree graduates by 2017. >
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- 30. Clearly Ambiguous > Pathwaysto the Profession But even doubling the number of computing and IT bachelor’s degree graduates at all of Maine’s colleges and universities won’t meet the projected demand in 2020.
- 31. Clearly Ambiguous > Pathwaysto the Profession To meet the demand, we need to help all young and adult learners who are sparked by tech discover, explore, and pursue pathways to the profession.
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- 33. Clearly Ambiguous 9 of10 K-12 schools don’t offer computing classes. code.org
- 34. Clearly Ambiguous In 28states, including Maine, Computer Science courses don’t count toward high school math or science graduation requirements. code.org
- 35. Clearly Ambiguous > Startwith Engagement We need to help those who are sparked by computing technologies to follow their curiosity through the learning experiences that will prepare them to thrive in in this field.
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- 48. Clearly Ambiguous BEST INMAINE Sebasticook Valley MS Rare Animal Preservation App Gray-New Gloucester HS Trail Tracker App
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- 50. Clearly Ambiguous BEST INMAINE Sebasticook Valley MS Rare Animal Preservation App Gray-New Gloucester HS Trail Tracker App
- 51. Clearly Ambiguous BEST INMAINE Sebasticook Valley MS Rare Animal Preservation App Gray-New Gloucester HS Trail Tracker App
- 52. Clearly Ambiguous BEST INMAINE Sebasticook Valley MS Rare Animal Preservation App Gray-New Gloucester HS Trail Tracker App • Working on projects they care about • Working in teams with a variety of abilities • Working iteratively as projects evolve • Rubrics and assessments are deep enough to be intuitive to non-professionals, but also simple enough to not stifle excitement
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- 67. Clearly Ambiguous All Careers Computingand IT Careers Succeed
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- 72. Clearly Ambiguous Analysis & Security Areyou a Thinker?
- 73. Clearly Ambiguous Analysis & Security Areyou a Thinker?
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- 80. Clearly Ambiguous Computational Thinking • Decomposeproblems • Collect & analyze data • Use models to represent data • Automate solutions through algorithms • Identify & implement possible solutions Industry Competencies • Principles of IT • Databases & Apps • Networks and Mobility • Software Development • User Support • Digital Media & Visualization • Risk Mgt & Security Occupational Skills • Active Learning • Complex Problem Solving • Critical Thinking • Decision Making • Reading Comprehension • Social Perceptiveness • Systems Evaluation • Time Management • Writing
- 81. Clearly Ambiguous English Practices • Builda strong base of knowledge • Synthesize and report findings clearly • Construct viable arguments • Read, write and speak grounded in evidence Math Practices • Make sense of problems & persevere • Reason quantitatively • Construct arguments • Look for and make use of regularity Science Practices • Ask questions & define problems • Develop models • Carry out investigations • Analyze & interpret data • Design solutions • Engage in argument Communicate information Social Studies Practices • Develop questions and plan inquiries •Apply disciplinary tools •Evaluate sources and use evidence •Communicate conclusions & take informed action
- 82. Clearly Ambiguous Multiple approachesfor Foundational Skills • 21ST-CENTURY SKILLS - P21 Partnership • HABITS OF MIND - Art Costa and Bena Kallick/ACSD • PIAAC ADULT COMPETENCIES - OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) • EMPLOYABILITY STANDARDS - Skills USA Workforce Ready System • GUIDING PRINCIPLES - Maine Department of Education
- 83. Clearly Ambiguous Workplace Competencies •Teamwork • Planning and Organizing • Innovative Thinking • Problem Solving and Decision Making • Working with Tools and Technology • Business Fundamentals Personal Competencies • Interpersonal Skills and Teamwork • Integrity • Professionalism • Initiative • Adaptability and Flexibility • Dependability and Reliability • Lifelong Learning
- 84. Clearly Ambiguous Maine LearningResults: Guiding Principles • A clear and effective communicator • A self-directed and lifelong learner • A creative and practical problem solver • A responsible and involved citizen • An integrative and informed thinker
- 85. Clearly Ambiguous Maine LearningResults: Guiding Principles • A clear and effective communicator • A self-directed and lifelong learner • A creative and practical problem solver • A responsible and involved citizen • An integrative and informed thinker
- 86. Clearly Ambiguous 21st CenturySkills and the Workplace “Developing 21st century skills in the last year of school is positively correlated with higher perceived work quality later in life." nmefoundation.org/resources/time/the-promise-of-extended-learning-opportunities-new
- 87. Clearly Ambiguous Maine DevelopmentFoundation: Jobs in Maine Foundational skills were 6 of the most mentioned skills in all Maine job listings from Jul–Dec 2013 1 Communication & Coordination 2 Business Environment Skills 3 Software & Programming 4 Problem Solving 5 Customer Service 6 Project & Process Skills 7 Administrative Support 8 General Sales 9 General Repair 10 Accounting & Bookkeeping mdf.org/publications/Jobs-in-Maine-Online-Job-Postings-by-Industry-Occupation-Skills-and-Education/708
- 88. Clearly Ambiguous Employers Survey Association of American Colleges and Universities A candidate’s demonstrated capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems is more important than their undergraduate major. www.aacu.org/leap/documents/2013_EmployerSurvey.pdf
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- 97. Clearly Ambiguous Why arewe doing all of this?>
- 98. Clearly Ambiguous Why arewe doing all of this?> We want to help those who are sparked by digital and computing technologies to follow their curiosity through the learning experiences that will prepare them to thrive throughout their future lives: at work, at home, and in the community.
- 99. Clearly Ambiguous Why arewe doing all of this?> It all starts with student interest and engagement, transformed into a passion to learn and accessibility to the stepping stones that leverage curiosity and wonder.
- 100. Clearly Ambiguous > Gallup-Purdue StudentPoll (grades 5-12) • Hope: the ideas and energy we have for the future • Engagement: the involvement in & enthusiasm for school • Well-being: how we think about and experience our lives Lifelong learning starts with engagement
- 101. Clearly Ambiguous > Gallup-Purdue Index:College Graduates Facets of Well-Being • Purpose: I like what I do every day • Financial: I have enough money to do everything I want to do • Social: Someone in my life always encourages me to be healthy • Community: The city or area where I live is a perfect place for me • Physical: In the last week, I have felt active and productive every day Lifelong learning starts with engagement
- 102. Clearly Ambiguous Lifelong learningstarts with engagement>
- 103. Clearly Ambiguous Transforming StudentInterests into Engaging Careers From Curiosity to Career Jay Collier, Program Director Educate Maine • Project>Login • May 2015 projectlogin.com/curiositytocareer