Double-O STEM (Learner Guide)

Shepherd, C.; Payne, L. A.; Gish-Lieberman, J.; Laura Armstrong; Tawfik, A. A.

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License	CC BY
Year	2021

STEM Ill-Structured Problem-Solving inquiry Informal Learning Libraries Next-Generation Science Standards AASL Constructivist Learning

Double-O STEM (Learner Guide)

Community-Based STEM Projects for Informal Learning

Craig Shepherd, Linda Payne, Jaclyn Gish-Lieberman, Laura Armstrong, & Andrew A. Tawfik

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The "Double-O-STEM" (Learner Guide) curriculum consists of STEM problem-solving activities. The curriculum is designed around projects that empower learners to apply STEM to creatively problem-solve community issues. These include designing bike lanes, community gardens, and other exciting STEM problems. The activities are designed for both librarians and STEM educators. The curriculum is especially aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS (engineering; grades 3-5) and American Association of School Librarians (AASL) standards.

Bike Lane Barriers1

Vertical Maze3

Zoo Animal Enclosures5

Wheelchair Accessible Swing7

Reconsidering Food Packaging9

Playground Calm Space11

Community Garden Watering Solutions13

Community Garden Pest Management Solutions15

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Shepherd, C., Payne, L. A., Gish-Lieberman, J., Laura Armstrong, & Tawfik, A. A. (2021). Double-O STEM (Learner Guide). EdTech Books. https://edtechbooks.org/double_o_stem_commun

Craig Shepherd

University of Memphis

Craig Shepherd is an Associate Professor of Instructional Design and Technology at the University of Memphis. His research interests include the use of technology to facilitate learning outcomes and community formation in formal and informal learning environments.

Linda Payne

University of Memphis

Linda Payne is an Instructional Design & Technology doctoral student at the University of Memphis, where she also serves as a research assistant within the Instructional Design & Technology Studio. Her interests include the use of technology and instructional design principles to create optimal learning experiences for a diverse community of learners in informal and formal settings.

Jaclyn Gish-Lieberman

Ohio State University

Jaclyn J. Gish-Lieberman, MA, EdD ABD is an Instructional Designer for Ohio State University and a doctoral candidate of Instructional Design & Technology at the University of Memphis. Her research interests include teacher professional development, communities of practice, and case-based instruction.

Laura Armstrong

University of Memphis

Laura Armstrong is a doctoral student in the Instructional Design and Technology program at the University of Memphis. Her research interests include K-12 robotics education, community college education, and the lack of underrepresented populations within STEM fields.

Andrew A. Tawfik

University of Memphis

Andrew A. Tawfik, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Instructional Design & Technology at the University of Memphis. Dr. Tawfik also serves as the the director of the Instructional Design & Technology studio at the University of Memphis. His research interests include problem-based learning, case-based reasoning, usability, and computer supported collaborative learning.

Double-O STEM (Learner Guide)

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