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All grades  Project 3 weeks

"Schedule Sleuths: Cracking the Code"

Sarah F
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I.1.9
I.1.11
K.C&G.1.4
Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
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The Challenge

In North Carolina, adapting to new school schedules presents a significant challenge as policy changes lead to confusion and communication breakdowns, impacting the educational experience. Clear communication, data analysis, and collaborative problem-solving are essential to creating schedules that effectively meet the needs of students, teachers, and administrators. How can we develop a collaborative project that involves students, teachers, and administrators in collecting and analyzing data to propose a more effective school schedule?

Challenge Question

How can we develop a collaborative project that involves students, teachers, and administrators in collecting and analyzing data to propose a more effective school schedule?

Standards
  • [North Carolina] I.1.9 - Identify problems related to the compelling question that students think are important.
  • [North Carolina] I.1.11 - Identify ways to address problems related to the compelling question.
  • [North Carolina] K.C&G.1.4 - Use a procedure for how people can effectively work together to improve classrooms and communities.
Competencies
  • Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
  • Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Phase Outcomes

Phase Learning Outcome
Discover
I can identify the challenge of new school schedules by engaging in interactive activities that spark curiosity and help uncover the root causes of students' concerns.
Examine
I can gather and analyze data from surveys and interviews to understand the impact of the new schedules on students, teachers, and parents, ensuring each step connects to my learning goals.
Engineer
I can develop a collaborative plan to redesign the school schedule, incorporating data insights and creative solutions to address the identified issues effectively.
Do
I can implement my proposed schedule changes by testing them in a real-world setting, collecting feedback, and analyzing the results to assess their effectiveness.
Share
I can share my solution and learning journey through an engaging presentation to peers, school staff, and community members, reflecting on my personal growth and the impact of my work.