This paper introduces a series of iterative designs that investigate how the aggregation and visualization of student-contributed work can support collaborative problem solving in the domain of physics. We investigate how new technologies can enable students to contribute to a shared knowledge base, working across contexts: in class, at home, and in a specialized “smart classroom” environment. ...

Innovation in nursing education curriculum is critically needed to meet the demands of nursing leadership and practice while facing the complexities of today's health care environment. International nursing organizations, the Institute of Medicine, and; our health care practice partners have called for curriculum reform to ensure the quality and safety of patient care. While innovation is occur...

Abstract In most middle schools, learning is segregated by discipline. Yet interdisciplinary approaches have been shown to cultivate creative thinking, support problem solving, and develop interest while supporting knowledge gains (NAE & NRC in STEM Integration K-12 Education: Status, Prospects, an Agenda for Research. National Academies Press, Washington, 2014). The Designing Biomimetic Ro...

“Competence” is a very important concept in education and has been valued by several countries international organizations recent years, sparking wave of curriculum reforms worldwide. The STEAM considered feasible way to equip all students with problem-solving skills various real-world situations complicated challenges, as well nurturing them 21st century competencies. Moreover, maker movement ...

The aims of this study were to describe levels of self-rated competency of dental graduates from the University of the West Indies (UWI) and to investigate relationships with gender and the effect of curriculum change. A thirty-two item self-reported postal questionnaire was sent to UWI dental alumni (1994-2002). The questionnaire included twenty-eight competencies that could be rated on a 5-po...