Andrea Long - Inventing to Make a Difference

A STEM teacher describes their project-based learning approach, where students collaborate with Project Invent to create inventions aiding individuals with visual impairments. One invention, the Kid Identification Device, helps a partially blind social studies teacher recognize students. The students presented their successful projects at ISSI Live, showcasing their achievements to educators.

What is the teaching approach used in the STEM classes?

• Online learning

• Traditional classroom learning

• Project-based learning

• Lecture-based learning

Who did the students partner with for their invention projects?

• A local business

• A technology company

• Project Invent

• A university

What was the purpose of the inventions created by the students?

• To improve classroom technology

• To develop new educational tools

• To assist individuals with visual impairments

• To enhance sports performance

What was the function of the 'kid identification device' created by the students?

• To help the teacher identify students

• To monitor classroom noise levels

• To track student attendance

• To record classroom lectures

Where did the students present their projects?

• At ISSI Live

• At a school assembly

• At a community center

• At a local science fair