Globaloria's Presentation at the EdSurge Tech for Schools Summit in Rhode Island (October 2013).

1. Amber Oliver
Vice President, Partnerships & Operations
amber@globaloria.org
RIDE EdSurge Tech for Schools Summit

2. What is
?
K-12 blended learning platform (MOOC)
with courses in STEM, Computing,
Coding and Game Design.
Students master
• STEM knowledge
• Digital and computing literacy
• Global citizenship skills
• College and career readiness

3. 1. Game making through hands-on,
project-based learning engages
ALL students

4. 2. Customized digital learning
platform for each school

5. Step-by-step game design,
standards-aligned courses
(40-60hrs)
(60-80hrs)

6. Teaches computer science and
engineering skills as students code

7. Mastery of
industry-standard tools
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8. Collaborative Iterative Design &
Engineering Process
Industry-standard practices
for college and career success

9. 3. Blended (online and onsite)
teacher training provides
Support Every Step of the Way

10. So educators can lead dynamic,
STEM-rich classrooms

11. Real-time
embedded assessment and
class management tools

12. Engaged and
motivated students

13. Student achievement
Student Achievement on
Applying Critical Thinking TAKS
State Standardized Test
78
76.199
76
74
72
70
68.93
68
66
64
Pre-Globaloria
Post-Globaloria

14. 4. Flexible and easy to integrate into
any school or after-school program
Globaloria Implementation Models (minimum of 40 hours)
• Required Subject Class
• Subject Enrichment Class
• Elective Class
• Game Design Class / Tech Career
• After-School or Summer Program

15. Large-Scale
STEM Education Innovation
Since 2006
8 States
Districts: urban,
rural, suburban
8,000 students
500 educators
300 ed leaders
800,000 hours
85% School
Retention

16. Thank you!
Amber Oliver
Vice President, Partnerships & Operations
amber@globaloria.org
Facebook & Twitter: @globaloria