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Sustainable STEAM Learning Network

Are you looking for ways to make your learning experiences more relevant to students? The idea that many STEAM projects cost a lot of money because they require specific technology or devices can feel overwhelming to any school or district. Yet we believe every child should experience a STEAM education. In this learning network we will dive into what it takes to create sustainable, place-based, service-learning experiences in your classroom and district. The sessions will build on each other, creating a series of steps you can take to accomplish a service-learning or place based learning experience for your classroom.  

In the Sustainable STEAM interactive discussions you will 

  • Understand the differences between place-based learning and service-learning and the importance of each (including the time and place for each type) 

  • Learn about the steps to setting up a learning experience that is sustainable and repeatable with different student groups. 

  • Be fully supported in the creation of your learning experience. 

Target Audience: K-12 educators, administrators