High School Grade  Project 3 weeks

Design for good - Collaboration with nonprofits of the Berkshires

Kari G
A.MA.P.06
A.MA.R.08
A.MA.R.09
A.MA.Cr.03
P.V.Cr.03
+ 3 more
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The Challenge

The challenge lies in effectively creating communication materials that translate a nonprofit organization's mission into compelling digital content, ensuring it resonates with diverse audiences while addressing any existing outreach barriers. This requires understanding community dynamics, identifying effective communication channels, and navigating the complexities of digital marketing to elevate a nonprofit’s visibility and impact.
Challenge Question
How do you effectively communicate and collaborate with a nonprofit organization to identify their specific needs, and then utilize digital marketing strategies to create impactful designs that enhance their community engagement and support their mission?
Standards
  • [Massachusetts] USII.T3.12 - Summarize the diplomatic and military policies on the War in Vietnam of Presidents Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, and Richard Nixon and explain the intended and unintended consequences of the Vietnam War the Vietnamese and Americans.
  • [Massachusetts] USI.T7.6 - Explain the rationale and events leading to the entry of the U.S. into World War I (e.g., unrestricted submarine warfare, the sinking of the Lusitania, the Zimmerman telegram, the concept of "making the world safe for democracy."
  • [Massachusetts] MII.F-LE.A.3 - Observe using graphs and tables that a quantity increasing exponentially eventually exceeds a quantity increasing linearly, quadratically, or (more generally) as a polynomial function.
  • [Massachusetts] AII.A-APR.B.3 - Identify zeros of polynomials when suitable factorizations are available, and use the zeros to construct a rough graph of the function defined by the polynomial.
  • [Massachusetts] N-CN.C.9 - Know the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra; show that it is true for quadratic polynomials.
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.

Learning Partners and Clients

Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires serves as the learning partner for this project, offering real-world insights into the challenges faced by nonprofit organizations. Their involvement allows students to gain practical experience by working directly with a client, understanding their needs, and creating tailored design and marketing materials. This partnership facilitates a deeper connection with the community and enriches students' learning experiences through authentic engagement and collaboration.

Phase Outcomes

Phase Learning Outcome
Discover
I can identify and understand the core challenge by engaging in an experiential activity that uncovers its root causes, motivating me to explore further.
Examine
I can research the underlying causes and effects of the challenge through diverse tasks that deepen my understanding and support my learning journey.
Engineer
I can develop a practical solution that effectively addresses the challenge and positively impacts those involved.
Do
I can take action by implementing and testing my solution, collecting real-world data to measure its effectiveness in preparation for the exhibition.
Share
I can share my solution and learning journey interactively with peers, school staff, and community members, reflecting on my personal growth and insights gained throughout the project.