Explore, Uncover, Create: The Bridge21 Learning Model

Claire Conneely

20th March 2014

Bridge21, Centre for Research in IT in Education , Trinity College Dublin

(01) 896 1397 | info@bridge21.ie | www.bridge21.ie p-1

Innovative tools & learning models

Since 2007...

• 6,000+ students

• 250+ teachers

• 100+ schools nationwide

Our Goal:

To champion an innovative model for 21st

century learning that can be expanded and replicated nationwide

Technology-mediated

Project-based

Learning Space

Team work

Skills-focussed

Social Learning Protocols

Facilitator and/or

Mentor(s)

Reflection

• Technology as a tool• Technology & resource

sharing in teamsTechnology-mediated

• Scaffolded• Team-oriented• SMARTER Project goals

Project-based

• Designed to support learning

• Team ownership• Flexible• Presentation area• Stimulating environment

Learning Space

• Social context of school & the classroom

• Student-led approach

• Structured• Team stability• Development &

formation• Tasks & Roles• Team Leaders

Teamwork

Social Learning Protocols

• Development of 21st century skills & competencies

• Transferrable to other contexts • Learning to learn

Skills-focussed

• Adult as guide & support• Adult as co-learner

Mentor / Facilitator

• Team Plan, Do, Review (Kolb)• Individual ‘Cave’ time

(Thornburg)

Reflection

Brainstorm in Teams:

OUR VISION FOR EDUCATION IN 2025

1 min

Thank You

Bridge21 Centre for Research in IT in Education , Trinity College Dublin

(01) 896 1397 | info@bridge21.ie |Web: www.bridge21.ie

Twitter: @bridge21learn