OCS STEAM Challenges Click on the title of the name of the challenge below to access an information page that includes a downloadable  PDF copy of the challenge, curriculum connections, and suggested resources and supports for students.  1: Simple Circuits 2: Programming 3: Pinwheel Design 4: Homopolar Motor 5: ArtBot 6:Flower Design 7: Hydraulics 8: […]

[…] can foster student engagement through active learning with high and low-tech materials. This can include, but is not limited to: coding and programming microcontrollers robotics constructing with cardboard (Low-Tech. STEAM Challenges) working with e-textiles and paper circuits (e-textiles STEAM Challenges) designing and creating simple machines. But more importantly, there is an emphasis on the […]

[…] expand into larger, more complex projects over time. Start with what you already know and have.  Creative Spaces may involve: coding and programming microcontrollers robotics constructing with cardboard (Low-Tech. STEAM Challenges) working with e-textiles and paper circuits (e-textiles STEAM Challenges) designing and creating simple machines and much more! This list of available technologies may […]

[…] and expression… Educators can use these resources to inspire their students to play with light and shadows all the while creating amazing artifacts of their learning. # CardboardConstruction Hey Educators… Our final Live Stream of this school year explores cardboard in all its grandeur. The Ped Team explored techniques, ideas, and integration possibilities both […]

[…] inspire their students to play with light and shadows all the while creating amazing artifacts of their learning. Visit the OCS blog post for more information. # CardboardConstruction Hey Educators… Our final Live Stream of this school year explores cardboard in all its grandeur. The Ped Team explored techniques, ideas, and integration possibilities both […]