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Nature's Blueprint: Innovate the Future

Designed in July 2024 by HSRA

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

Students will research the history of Biomimicry as a science and provide evidence with examples from the Umbrella (3500 BC) to Modern innovations (Fin tubercles in wind farms). Students will examine 1-2 specific examples of Biomimicry design, approaching the subject with “Problem”- Human design/solution to problem Biomimetic design- Purpose and function in nature Incorporation of Biomimetic design to human problem Students will also examine the industrialization of civilization, and the unsustainable design solutions for our growth and development. Students will conclude by reflecting the use of Biomimicry as a sustainable alternative to future and past design. Will also incorporate the Science and Innovation aspect of Biomimicry: What makes it possible.

"Math for Change: Empowering Equity and Social Justice"

Designed in April 2024 by Erica

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

I want to design a high school math project that integrates Algebra I, Geometry, social justice, and DEI.

Children Leading Change: Redefining School Spaces

Designed in June 2024 by Kizzy

Grade Level

4

Initial ideas

I want to design a project that helps students answer the question, "Can children function in spaces without adults, and if yes, how?" In this project, students will explore this possibility by considering if they can build student run systems along with character development reflections and activities to determine if they can improve student behavior and safety in semi-unsupervised spaces such as the lunch room or the school bus.

"Biodiversity Quest: Unleashing Nature's Healing Power"

Designed in April 2024 by Nikki

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

Project Overview: Mining for Antibiotics - Biomimicry in Action Entry Event: Introduction to Biomimicry in Medicine Objective: Introduce students to the concept of biomimicry and its applications in developing new antibiotics by exploring nature's own defense mechanisms against bacterial infections. Part 1: Understanding Biomimicry and Antibiotics Prompt: "Discover how organisms in nature combat bacterial threats and how these strategies can inspire innovative antibiotic treatments." Activity: Students will watch a short documentary on the use of biomimicry in medicine, focusing on organisms that naturally produce antibiotic compounds. Part 2: The Science Behind Antibiotic Mining Exploring Biochemical Strategies: "How do certain organisms produce antibiotic substances, and what can we learn from their biochemical pathways?" Activity: Interactive presentation on the biochemical mechanisms behind natural antibiotic production in fungi, soil bacteria, and other organisms. Part 3: Design Challenge Antibiotic Mining Challenge: "Design a research project to discover new antibiotics in nature. Consider where to look, how to extract, and how to test the substances for antibacterial properties." Activity: In groups, students will choose an ecosystem to study, develop hypotheses on potential antibiotic sources, and outline methods for extraction and testing. Part 4: Real-World Application Connecting with Professionals: "How do scientists and pharmaceutical companies mine for new antibiotics today, and what challenges do they face?" Activity: Virtual or in-person visit to a microbiology lab or a guest lecture by a pharmaceutical researcher specializing in antibiotic discovery. Final Product: Research Proposal Presentation Presentation: "Present a detailed proposal for your antibiotic mining project. Include your hypothesis, chosen ecosystem, extraction and testing methods, and potential impact on medicine." Activity: Students create detailed digital presentations of their proposals, which they will present to a panel of judges including teachers and visiting experts. Reflection and Feedback Project Evaluation: Evaluate the feasibility and creativity of the proposed antibiotic mining projects. Reflect on the potential of biomimicry in advancing medical science. Activity: Students receive feedback from judges and peers, and write a reflection on how biomimicry can further influence medical research and innovation.

"Playful Haven: Designing for Children's Well-being"

Designed in April 2024 by Heidi

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

I want to design a project for designing an onsite daycare for a high school. Psychology of learning, psychology of play, child psychology, design principles, floor plans, design elements

Economic Thinkers Throwdown: Ideological Inspiration and Debate

Designed in February 2024 by Frederick

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

I want to create a project on economics history and the great capitalism debate. We can investigate the philosophies of the great pillars of economic thought and then use their ideas to fuel in-class debates.

Science in the Kitchen: Cooking Techniques Unveiled

Designed in June 2024 by Mark

Grade Level

High School

Initial ideas

I wanted to design a project that focuses on the science of cooking for ninth graders. It should have units in physics and chemistry and history of cooking.

Sure, here's my response: Project Title: "Quake Quest: Navigating Tectonic Turmoil"

Designed in March 2024 by Adrienne

Grade Level

7

Initial ideas

I want my students to work on a project that covers layers of the earth and plate tectonics using NGSS standards. I teach in Florida, the project needs to be state-standards aligned. My students love Taylor Swift and Roblox.

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“Inkwire takes a more student centered approach to assessment. All students can easily create a digital portfolio of any evidence that they are proud of. Inkwire moves us in a direction to eliminate inequitable grading systems.”

Ted Cuevas
High Tech High Chula Vista

“Inkwire provides a platform for students to curate and present their educational journey from kindergarten to 12th grade, illustrating their growth and self-discovery as learners. This tool enables us to share their progress with our community and state.

As we are beginning to implement PBL within the district having a platform that houses the projects that can be shared helps teachers to collaborate seamlessly.”

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Bullitt County Public Schools

“Inkwire is helping us showcase student work to other students, families and the larger community. It's helping with our teacher professional development. Teachers are able to see what other teachers are doing and build a library of exemplars”

Sam Berg
Oakland Unified School District

“Now, my students are able to post performance assessments and communication of their process. Inkwire enables them give feedback to each other which creates a more student centered approach to assessment.

I also use it now to collect their work and give them feedback. It has made authentic feedback significantly faster than it used to be."

Max Cady
Design Tech High School

“Inkwire is the best platform for PBL. Our students are doing elevator pitches. They are able to pick up their phone and record and I can give them feedback, as well as their peers. It is so collaborative and the way I can organize my deliverables is so user friendly. I love it!”

Julie McNeese
Bullitt County Public Schools

“Inkwire is an amazing platform that uplifts students voices by providing them the space to post their work in multiple formats, see the work of their peers as well as provide feedback.

My favorite feature is the Binder, since it is a collection of all your work and as a teacher I can view by user, which would be helpful during a Family Conference."

Chantel Parnell
Oakland Unified School District

“Inkwire helps my students learn from peers, practice providing useful feedback to each other, and document work that can easily be transformed into a portfolio.

I love the ease of students sharing project work with each other, allowing them to easily comment on more visual aspects of work. It’s like if Padlet and Google classroom had a baby.”

Kaylyn Oates
Verde Valley School

“The portfolio builder + binder in Inkwire is unlike anything out there. Rather than having students trying to remember what they did, it allows them to think carefully and deeply about what they want to share to their parents and the public and how they want to present it. It reduces busy work and increases student agency.”

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Santa Monica-Malibu USD

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