Week 5 Check In
Summary
TLDRThis week's module delves into STEM's role in addressing community issues through problem-based design. Participants are encouraged to observe their own communities for STEM-related challenges, such as preventing soil erosion or improving accessibility for the disabled. The script prompts viewers to consider what they can change and how to make a difference, even before acquiring specific skills. It also guides them to reflect on the impact of these issues and to engage in discussions on Slack, identifying key problems and potential solutions to create an action plan.
Takeaways
- 📚 We are in week five and module three of the program, which consists of three modules with two weeks each.
- 🔬 The focus continues on STEM careers and the representation of STEM in our communities.
- 👀 Encouragement to observe one's own community for STEM-related issues and projects that address real-world problems.
- 💡 The concept of problem-based design is introduced, emphasizing the impact and solutions that projects can provide.
- 🤔 The importance of asking critical questions to identify and solve problems within the community is highlighted.
- 🌳 Examples of STEM problems include preventing soil erosion, growing food during floods, and improving access to clean water.
- 🦽 Mention of improving lives for those with disabilities and addressing environmental issues like oil spills.
- 🏗️ Projects can range from building earthquake-resistant structures to constructing solar ovens for cooking.
- 🍏 The script mentions the example of stopping apple oxidation to prevent browning, illustrating the diversity of STEM applications.
- 🤝 The call to action for participants to consider what they see in their community, what could be changed, and how they can make a difference.
- 📽️ Watching videos is suggested to see STEM community projects in action and to inspire participants to think about solving local STEM problems.
- 🗣️ Discussion on Slack is encouraged after watching the videos, to share thoughts on STEM-related issues in one's own community.
- 📝 Participants are asked to list at least three STEM-related problems or needs in their community and discuss their impact and importance.
- 🔍 The script prompts reflection on which single problem one feels most passionate about solving.
- 🛠️ The next activity involves creating an action plan for possible solutions to the identified community problems.
- 📖 Instructions to read and comment on others' posts on Slack, fostering a community of shared learning and problem-solving.
Q & A
What is the focus of week five and module three in the program?
-The focus is on continuing the discussion about STEM careers and examining how STEM is integrated into our communities.
What is meant by 'problem-based design' in the context of STEM projects?
-Problem-based design refers to the approach where projects are designed to address real-world problems, emphasizing the impact and solutions they can provide.
What are some examples of real-world problems that STEM projects might tackle?
-Examples include preventing soil erosion, growing food during a flood, solving a city's design needs like access to clean water, improving the lives of those with disabilities, cleaning up oil spills, building earthquake-resistant structures, constructing solar ovens, and stopping apple oxidation.
What critical questions should one ask when identifying STEM-related problems in their community?
-One should ask what they see, what could be changed, how they can make a difference, and if there are specific skills needed or if they can start before learning those skills.
How can observing one's own community help in identifying STEM-related issues?
-By observing, one can identify local issues that require technological, engineering, or scientific solutions, which can lead to effective community projects.
What are the discussion questions participants are asked to answer after watching the videos?
-Participants are asked about the type of community they live in, if they see STEM-related problems or needs, the impact of these problems, their importance, and which single problem they feel passionate about.
What is the purpose of discussing STEM-related issues in one's own community on Slack?
-The purpose is to facilitate a collaborative discussion where participants can share their observations, ideas, and potential solutions for STEM-related problems in their communities.
What is the next activity after discussing the STEM-related issues in the community?
-The next activity involves working on possible solutions to these problems by starting to create an action plan.
How should participants engage with others' posts on Slack after posting their answers?
-Participants should read others' answers and comment on at least two other posts where they either have a common problem in their community or find any other problem interesting.
What is the overall goal of the activities and discussions in this module?
-The goal is to encourage participants to identify STEM-related problems in their communities, discuss potential solutions, and develop action plans to make a difference.
Outlines
📚 Exploring STEM Careers and Community Impact
This paragraph introduces the focus of week five and module three, emphasizing the exploration of STEM careers and their presence in local communities. It encourages participants to identify STEM-related issues in their own communities and to consider the real-world problems that STEM projects can address. The paragraph outlines the concept of problem-based design and the importance of critical questioning to find solutions to identified issues. Examples of potential STEM projects are provided, such as preventing soil erosion, growing food during floods, and improving accessibility for people with disabilities. The paragraph concludes with a prompt for participants to reflect on their own communities, to identify specific problems, and to consider their potential to make a difference, even before acquiring specific skills.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡STEM
💡Community
💡Problem-based Design
💡Critical Questions
💡Solutions
💡Action Plan
💡Slack
💡Discussion Questions
💡Urban
💡Rural
💡Passionate
Highlights
Introduction to week five and module three of the program, emphasizing the continuation of the focus on STEM careers and their representation in communities.
Encouragement to observe one's own community for STEM-related issues and real-world problem-solving projects.
The concept of problem-based design is introduced, highlighting the importance of understanding the impact of a project.
The necessity of critical questioning to find solutions to observed problems is emphasized.
Examples of STEM projects that address real-world issues such as soil erosion, food growth during floods, and city design needs.
The importance of improving lives, particularly for those with disabilities, through STEM solutions.
Mention of environmental concerns like oil spill cleanup and building earthquake-resistant structures.
Innovations in cooking, such as constructing solar ovens for safe food preparation.
The practical application of science to everyday problems, like preventing apple oxidation.
A call to action for participants to reflect on their community's issues and consider what changes can be made.
Prompting participants to consider their own skills and how they can contribute to solving STEM-related problems.
The suggestion to watch videos showcasing STEM community projects to gain inspiration.
Discussion on Slack about participants' feelings regarding STEM issues in their communities.
A series of discussion questions aimed at identifying and understanding STEM-related problems in one's community.
The importance of narrowing down to one passionate problem and considering its impact and urgency.
An upcoming activity focused on creating an action plan for potential solutions to identified problems.
Encouragement for participants to engage with peers by reading and commenting on each other's posts on Slack.
A conclusion that wishes participants a productive and insightful week ahead.
Transcripts
Welcome to week five and module three! Don't forget that we have three modules in total for
this program and there are two weeks in each module. This week we will continue focusing on
STEM careers and additionally how STEM is shown in our communities. Try taking a look at your own
community to see issues related to STEM. These are STEM projects that tackle real world problems. We
look at this as problem based design. We want to see the impact of what a project can do. Problem
solving involves finding answers to questions and solutions. You'll need to ask yourself critical
questions about the problems you see to find solutions. This could be preventing soil erosion,
growing food during a flood, solving a city's design needs such as access to clean water,
improving the lives of those with disabilities, cleaning up an oil spill, building earthquake
resistance structures, constructing solar ovens to safely cook food, stopping apple oxidation to keep
apples from turning brown, and many more. Now take a look at your own community to see issues related
to STEM and think about the following questions: What do you see? What could be changed? How can
you make a difference? Are there specific skills you need or can you get started before learning
those skills? Watch the videos below to see STEM community projects in action. Continue
thinking about your own community and what STEM problems you'd like to find a solution to. Once
you're finished watching the videos, let's discuss how we feel about STEM related issues
in our own community on Slack. After watching the videos answer the discussion questions below:
What kind of community do you live in? Is it urban, suburban, rural or something
else? Do you see STEM related problems or needs in your community? Try to find at least three
and list them. What do these problems affect? Why are they important to solve?
And if you had to narrow it down to one problem that you feel passionate about,
which one would you narrow it down to? In the next activity we're going to work on possible
solutions to these problems by starting to create an action plan. After you post your answers,
go ahead and read others answers and comment on two other posts where you either have a common
problem in your community or any other problem that you find interesting. Have a great week
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