Our Innovation Camp engages participants in innovation education through first hand experience in the studio environment. We empower educators to develop clear action plans to introduce and enhance creative learning in schools.

 

What You Will Learn

During our Innovation Camp for Educators, participants will have the opportunity to experience NuVu’s studio learning first hand. Through interactive discussion sessions, we will share our studio methodology and participants will have the opportunity to consult with our passionate team on how the methodology can be applied to:

• Design Studios, Innovation Labs, Maker Spaces
• School Programs (STEM, STEAM, Project-based Learning, Global Leadership, Design Technology)
• Curricular Areas (Math, Science, Art, Robotics, etc.)

Included in the Innovation Camp is a 3-day Mini-Studio where participants will experience the studio model while gaining a working understanding of the skills, tools, media and professional level software we use at NuVu to support the design process; this includes 3D modeling and printing, rapid-prototyping, visual design, electronics, storytelling, animation, and graphics. By employing creative problem solving on a project that can be applied within your respective school, classroom, educational or home setting, participants will gain a deeper understanding of iterative design and the innovation process.

During the week, participants will learn more about our curriculum and focus on the collaborative design approach. Participants will also gain a deeper understanding into how student projects at NuVu integrate applied math, art, science, engineering, social sciences, music, architecture, industrial design, computer science, biology and technology as part of a larger design goal.

About

NuVu is an innovation school for middle and high school students whose pedagogy is based on the architectural studio model in which students learn through project-based collaborative design. Through engagement in real-world multi-disciplinary design projects, students solve problems and create innovative products through rigorous brainstorming, collaboration, iteration, and experimental methodologies. Students are involved in engaging experiences that develop their innovation skills, creativity and critical thinking.

Who Should Attend

If you are a teacher, administrator, technology director, district leader, instructional coach/facilitator, organizer, maker, design enthusiast or professional with an interest in design education, then our Innovation Camp is for you!

Dates

The Summer Innovation Camp for Educators runs from Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26, 2015, 9am to 3pm with lunch from 12-1pm.

Schedule

DAY 1: NuVu’s Studio Pedagogy and Methodology

Participants will learn about NuVu’s studio model and pedagogy in depth. There will be opportunities for discussion of this pedagogy within the larger educational context.

DAY 2-4: Hands-on Studio Experience

Participants will engage in a 3-day Mini-Studio experience (a shorter version of NuVu’s typical 2-week Studio Module) and will go through the design process of brainstorming, developing, and building a project. With the support of NuVu Coaches (visiting innovators and experts in their field), participants will advance their ideas through a critical, iterative design process.

There are three different Mini-Studio Curricular Tracks and participants will select one track in which to participate. The Curricular Tracks include:

• Industrial Design
• Robotics
• Graphics

DAY 5: In-School Focus

With feedback and support from the NuVu Team, participants will spend the final day developing an actionable plan for how to integrate a project idea, framework or module into their school or personal context.

Cost

The cost for the Summer Innovation Camp for Educators is $1500 and includes all materials and supplies. Lunch is NOT included.

Registration

We encourage schools and organizations to organize small teams to participate in the Innovation Camp for Educators for maximum effectiveness. Our hands-on Innovation Camp enables teams to uncover ideas and develop a plan of action to execute back at their home school.

Registration for NuVu’s Innovation Camp for Educators closes on May 31st, 2015.

If you have questions or might be interested in the Innovation Camp, please email us at nuvu@nuvustudio.org for more information.

Staff

Led by dynamic and passionate members of the NuVu Team and Coaching staff, participants will leave the Innovation Camp for Educators with an actionable plan and infused with innovation skills. NuVu Coaches come from a range of backgrounds and bring a diversity of expertise; Coaches include PhD students at MIT and Harvard, entrepreneurs who have their own companies, artists working around the world, and professionals developing innovative products in various fields. Please visit our Team page to learn more about our permanent staff, who we are, our diverse expertise, and other things we love to do!