RR#8

1. Description of some ways to build connections and branch out beyond the classroom.

A major way to branch out students beyond the classroom is to engage them in real-world tasks and situations. This is possible to by not limiting students to just the classroom. Subject topics can become more exciting for the students when an expert in the field is present. Another way is to integrate technology into the classroom.  This allows more doors to be open for students.

2. Description of the EAST Initiative Model.

Environmental and Spatial Technologies (EAST) is a model for schools that exhibit the benefits of using technology in real world situations and help improve the community.  Their four essential ideas are student-driven learning, project-based learning, technology as tools, and collaboration.

3. Discussion on some reasons to let students “lead” their projects.

When students lead their own projects they develop confidence in themselves.  They also become proud and passionate about what they have learned and developed.

4. Discussion on how concepts in this chapter relate to your topic/project.

This chapter had a lot to do with my topic/project. Once again project-based learning was talked about and is being used in mine.  Also students in the “real-world” will be cooking like in our project.