tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31547636118999461772024-03-29T05:09:46.004-07:00Create Make LearnSubscribe to this blog to get new learnings ideas, discoveries, and inspiration from the CREATE MAKE LEARN community, along with updates about our upcoming Summer Institute and Workshops.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger215125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-89098992035666177732024-03-20T11:49:00.000-07:002024-03-25T18:34:02.635-07:00Flash Session: Code You Can Touch<p> I'm so excited to be presenting this Flash Session today on Code You Can Touch at today's <a href="https://vermont.csteachers.org/events/vermont-csta-spring-2024/" target="_blank">Vermont-CSTA Spring event. </a><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkN0jBPj-JQmiu0nJJppyhECX9QpvFJLC22pXAtuXX8dB5UQyD0dKYMITaE3Whvl87mLoIljOXdUgJc6bfhhEan5ELd_m1WHEsPHNVKnjPDBmcFmTeb0Pcyi9i7Km8B5nThKIdYb-D5KphzT72jVG4dPAZp5WrbP93J3FeMyP2vnfxbN_i-w98gFP7bcZC/s960/VT-CSTA%20-%20Code%20You%20Can%20Touch%20.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkN0jBPj-JQmiu0nJJppyhECX9QpvFJLC22pXAtuXX8dB5UQyD0dKYMITaE3Whvl87mLoIljOXdUgJc6bfhhEan5ELd_m1WHEsPHNVKnjPDBmcFmTeb0Pcyi9i7Km8B5nThKIdYb-D5KphzT72jVG4dPAZp5WrbP93J3FeMyP2vnfxbN_i-w98gFP7bcZC/s320/VT-CSTA%20-%20Code%20You%20Can%20Touch%20.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span> <span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSXnUg3Yhy6JJ1ajQEJD6uizmESQv4O_TD1iIZOGo8emHW_FIwIXBB6P6MOnckRjTTF4UmNu1oqSDKQ/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSXnUg3Yhy6JJ1ajQEJD6uizmESQv4O_TD1iIZOGo8emHW_FIwIXBB6P6MOnckRjTTF4UmNu1oqSDKQ/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" target="_blank">Slides</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYi27oxOXXM" target="_blank">Video</a> </span></span><br /><p></p><p>I truly believe that Creating with Code You Can Touch has the ability to make computer science more inclusive and accessible. </p><p>In this 20 minute session I briefly introduce 4 tools that can help your students code designs that can be used with laser cutters, craft cutters, embroidery machines, and laser cutters. </p><p>If you'd like more information on any of these, please reach out.</p><p>I'm also working on developing maker residencies for schools, and more extensive PD offerings, including a 2-3 credit course for Creating Confidence with Code You Can Touch. If you'd like to be notified when these are ready, please email me at ldelabruere at gmail dot com or <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejOlj1fTI0-6nAapXlbWaeC3L2OKm0w-yHNy94WIHBPgQlDw/viewform?hl=en&key=0AieV_9e4WV0udFJFYmJqU2VSQlR3WjNRUmxsamZiSWc" target="_blank">sign up for my mailing list. </a></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-29136707959224399402024-03-08T12:02:00.000-08:002024-03-08T12:02:43.698-08:00Vermont CSTA Spring Event March 20 <p> As many of you know, I love learning new ways to CREATE with CODE. I believe that creating and making is part of the the solution to making computer science more accessible to a more diverse group of learners. That is one reason, I've become more active in our Vermont chapter of CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association). I hope you will join me and other Vermont colleagues for our annual Vermont CSTA spring event. Check out this year's agenda and consider joining us on March 20. </p><div class="list-block" style="box-sizing: border-box; padding-top: 5px;"><div class="list-text" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div class="list-img-left" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: left; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-right: 10px; margin-top: 5px; max-width: 200px;"><div class=" lazyloaded-container" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><img alt="Event Image" border="0" class="img-responsive lazyloaded" data-src="https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000400409/EventImages/13d2549c-dc6f-478b-807b-c7dc7d0d33f1-vermont-csta-2024-spring-event-2.png" src="https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000400409/EventImages/13d2549c-dc6f-478b-807b-c7dc7d0d33f1-vermont-csta-2024-spring-event-2.png" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; max-height: 200px; max-width: 100%; overflow: hidden; text-wrap: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;" /></div></div>March 2024 Virtual Gathering 3.20.2024 | 5:00 - 6:30 PM ET </div><div class="list-text" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></div><div class="list-text" style="box-sizing: border-box;">FREE Event and OPEN TO ALL </div><div class="list-text" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box; 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box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">March 2024 Virtual Gathering</strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">3.20.2024 | 5:00 - 6:30 PM ET</strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">FREE Event and OPEN TO ALL</strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://middlebury.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqd-CurjkuH9GnnZ7SKxNVi6X7HGbP6op8#/registration" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d5df8; cursor: pointer; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 200ms ease 0s;">Zoom Meeting Registration</a> </strong>(please register before the event to secure your spot)</p><p dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </strong></p><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Quicksand, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600;"><table style="background-color: transparent; border-collapse: collapse;"><colgroup style="box-sizing: border-box;"><col style="box-sizing: border-box;" width="668"></col></colgroup><tbody style="box-sizing: border-box;"><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">4:50 Zoom Meeting Open - Please join early and settle in.</strong></p></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">5:00 Welcome from Vermont CSTA Chapter Leaders</strong></p></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">5:10 Keynote: “The Future of Education: An Introduction to Extended Reality (XR)” by XR Terra</strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Highlights on the evolution of extended reality (VR/AR/MR) Explore how it affects different industries, and discuss how students can participate in, and prepare for, a career in immersive technology. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />XR Terra is a leader in extended reality training and development with a mission to foster innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity in education using XR technologies to ensure that students and educators are best prepared for the evolving demands of the 21st century.</em></p></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"> </p><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">5:30 Introduction to Code.org’s NEW District Program</strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Presentation by Andy Teipen, from Code.org</strong></em></p><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">The Code.org District Program is free and helps support district leadership with CS and AI resources and education while also providing them data on what's happening in the district with CS curriculum usage, celebrating teachers doing CS in the classroom and webinars and other content for district leaders to continue learning and connect.</em></p></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">5:45 </strong><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">Flash Session: Physical Computing</strong></p><ol style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 40px; margin-bottom: 11px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: calc(100% - 40px); padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 40px; position: relative;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Developing Computational Thinking Skills with Younger Learners Presenter: Darcie Rankin, Christina Smith, Emily Wood</em></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Quick Techniques to Engage Students with STEM Using SAMSLAB<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Presenter: Paul Shepard, Sams Lab</em></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Create with Code You Can Touch<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Presenter: Lucie deLaBruere</em></p></li></ol></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">6:05 Networking: Quick Hellos, Introductions, and Sharing what brings you here today (small groups)</strong></p></td></tr><tr style="box-sizing: border-box;"><td style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"><p dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">6:20 Closing</strong></p><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 40px; margin-bottom: 11px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: calc(100% - 40px); padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 40px; position: relative;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Announcements: AOE, CSTA, Others</strong></em></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 11px;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-e9f2e195-7fff-e3f5-32db-406f8342ac9e" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Door Prize Raffle</strong></em></p></li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></strong></div></div></div></div><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-57808225116281963872024-01-27T17:31:00.000-08:002024-01-27T17:31:21.167-08:00Sharing TurtleStich at #CCFestNYC<p> Last year, I attended <a href="https://ccfest.rocks/" target="_blank">#CCFestNYC</a> at the Dalton School in New York City. Loved the creative energy and met some great people. This year, I volunteered to share a bit about my passion for Code You Can Touch.</p><p>I'll be bringing my latest Code You Can Touch Project -using TurtleStitch and an Embroidery Machine.<br />Here are some <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1G21MxwC1NPbg_u70YyBdDJt4IKr7pnjLVmDzCeBRtAc/edit#slide=id.g2b3baa9a314_0_752">Handouts</a> we will be using.<br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgjeHM3S2PsY4aB5fl38XiRZZTD1evKRTCflUBoAGTpLvMEfOpeReubIwFjR1uwgDYCBNhVNZXKAtEiMWo7clG_Fb-NvC1xi5ri0o0UCsLYBd-rzRybm5Hipxg9wQkQIQU468bZM1vu05PIT_-0zRbtkfy4eoFc0X9Ki15V70A-qJ8JH1v0-3O2vF7sLG-/s4032/IMG_8663.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgjeHM3S2PsY4aB5fl38XiRZZTD1evKRTCflUBoAGTpLvMEfOpeReubIwFjR1uwgDYCBNhVNZXKAtEiMWo7clG_Fb-NvC1xi5ri0o0UCsLYBd-rzRybm5Hipxg9wQkQIQU468bZM1vu05PIT_-0zRbtkfy4eoFc0X9Ki15V70A-qJ8JH1v0-3O2vF7sLG-/w640-h480/IMG_8663.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>If you're in NYC this weekend, stop by the Dalton School </p><p><br /></p><div class="sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html" data-block-type="2" data-border-radii="{"topLeft":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"topRight":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"bottomLeft":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"bottomRight":{"unit":"px","value":0.0}}" id="block-yui_3_17_2_8_1471966494471_12598" style="background-color: #f0f4f4; clear: none; color: #0c6a6a; font-family: "Source Sans Pro"; font-size: 23px; height: auto; padding: 0px 17px 17px; position: relative;"><div class="sqs-block-content" style="outline: none;"><div class="sqs-html-content" style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><h1 style="color: rgba(47, 76, 172, 0.9); font-size: 3em; font-weight: 300; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.3em; margin: 0px; text-align: center; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Creative Coding Fest</h1></div></div></div><div class="sqs-block horizontalrule-block sqs-block-horizontalrule" data-block-type="47" id="block-yui_3_17_2_1_1538133644308_7020" style="background-color: #f0f4f4; clear: both; color: #0c6a6a; font-family: "Source Sans Pro"; font-size: 23px; height: auto; padding: 17px; position: relative;"><div class="sqs-block-content"><hr style="background-color: #c926be; border: 0px none; color: #c926be; height: 2px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /></div></div><div class="sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html" data-block-type="2" data-border-radii="{"topLeft":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"topRight":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"bottomLeft":{"unit":"px","value":0.0},"bottomRight":{"unit":"px","value":0.0}}" id="block-yui_3_17_2_1_1538133644308_7959" style="background-color: #f0f4f4; clear: none; color: #0c6a6a; font-family: "Source Sans Pro"; font-size: 23px; height: auto; padding: 17px; position: relative;"><div class="sqs-block-content" style="outline: none;"><div class="sqs-html-content" style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">CC Fest is a free and friendly event for anyone curious about creative code.</p><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">We welcome:</p><ul data-rte-list="default" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 1em 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;"><li style="list-style-type: none; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0.5em 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Students, artists, hobbyists, creatives, and tinkerers who are curious to learn</p></li><li style="list-style-type: none; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0.5em 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Educators and community organizers who are looking for inspiration</p></li><li style="list-style-type: none; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0.5em 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Everyone who would like to learn more about creative code and our community</p></li></ul><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Come spend a few hours with us! Make interactive and engaging digital art, animation, and games, work with AI or hardware, and explore many other options. Hear from our keynote speakers on important and timely topics related to creative coding.</p><p class="" style="line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Please join us for our next event, <strong style="overflow-wrap: break-word;">CC Fest NYC, at the Dalton School, on Sunday, January 28</strong>. <a href="https://ccfest.rocks/register" style="color: #ff009d; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-decoration-line: none;">Details and RSVP are here</a>. </p></div></div></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-32971426159771656092024-01-26T07:20:00.000-08:002024-01-26T07:22:42.276-08:00Middle School Students Develop Identity & Confidence in a Makerspace Residency<p> This month I had the pleasure of being part of the <a href="https://www.edufab.org/educators-summit">2024 International Fab Educator Summit.</a><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9BKCR96Id2F66hf77H9sXWKFiMMry00uD0kg7pc_uVMtM_NubOKMCNaxfJbKdZ7ajU1M9O_vtqTEtxaKDhujcUTjcEy9rqH3OX936hL1xoY2m-BTPERMocWdR7IckN8Zya2lA0qkLWkB57PQa59iq1yeftm392JNhpL_HJsnYhtAR-MiC_UkSrIGhGzCd/s960/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9BKCR96Id2F66hf77H9sXWKFiMMry00uD0kg7pc_uVMtM_NubOKMCNaxfJbKdZ7ajU1M9O_vtqTEtxaKDhujcUTjcEy9rqH3OX936hL1xoY2m-BTPERMocWdR7IckN8Zya2lA0qkLWkB57PQa59iq1yeftm392JNhpL_HJsnYhtAR-MiC_UkSrIGhGzCd/w536-h302/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project.png" width="536" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Session Description</b></p><p></p><blockquote><p><i>How might students gain self-awareness, experience the creative process, and create confidence using various tools and materials found in the school maker space? </i></p><p><i>Come find out as we share a maker residency example that encouraged students to think about their own self-identity through various prompts and hands on activities resulting in the creation of a physical product that included design elements to expresses an evolving sense of self. One of the goals of the project was to provide and opportunity for teachers and students to develop relationships and engage with their school community through hands-on experiences. Not only did the products students designed and created reveal their personal interest and identity, but the process allowed students and their teachers to discover skills and strengths that are not often revealed through traditional academic learning. </i></p></blockquote><p></p><span></span><p><br />Doing this in 20 minutes was tricky even though we francophones naturally talk fast. The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@edufab9530/playlists" target="_blank">session recordings</a> will be shared after the event. The following are my slides for today's session. </p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="299" mozallowfullscreen="true" src="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSYu1SsdcFCSNiEg00q5EercN1HyGrepuoFXNlHJYXg1WSb2gTNIvAZfGCnW_DwHb7S85KiBy_qbC9k/embed?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" webkitallowfullscreen="true" width="480"></iframe> </div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div>Here is more information about this residency, including links and details that we didn't have time to go over in the short 20 minute session. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 13.2px;">First and foremost, I must thank the amazing Hyde Park Middle School Students and Staff and the Vermont Arts Council for collaborating with me on this </span><a href="https://sites.google.com/view/cml-hydepark/home" style="background-color: white; color: #f15922; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"> week long Maker Residency focused on IDENTITY.</a><span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 13.2px;"> </span></div><div><br /></div><div><span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 13.2px;"> </span></div><div><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This short video captures the spirit of the residency and gives you a feel for how engaged students were during the hands on experience as they created a sense of sense and confidence with the tools in their maker space. </div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="381" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5jx2jhKmBEs" style="display: inline;" width="458" youtube-src-id="5jx2jhKmBEs"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>My process for planning a residency makes use of the stages of Design Thinking from the Stanford D School. </div><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHZuTmLSJ3vv2vkF94JB3yAGh9z4sUNBWRjdREAjxs3z_zWvgLpTC0q7qMMkThXDWQR_iEq3B54vcBZCZEeI6rkskWTnZzEYh6O168oI3CY5c3ZcItJ9HYIpJJgGI9PnbC-qZLhGfGrlTDBPM1PvuR0eX3nWrg_X6Lc3zTUvQcllVdllTbB3We4cqtuFs/s960/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project%20(2).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHZuTmLSJ3vv2vkF94JB3yAGh9z4sUNBWRjdREAjxs3z_zWvgLpTC0q7qMMkThXDWQR_iEq3B54vcBZCZEeI6rkskWTnZzEYh6O168oI3CY5c3ZcItJ9HYIpJJgGI9PnbC-qZLhGfGrlTDBPM1PvuR0eX3nWrg_X6Lc3zTUvQcllVdllTbB3We4cqtuFs/w640-h360/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project%20(2).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><h3 style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;">The<b> EMPATHIZE Stage</b> is KEY to planning a successful residency.</h3><div style="background-color: white;"><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">During this stage, I meet with different members of the staff, ask questions, make observations and gather information about the school culture, logistics such as curriculum demands and schedule, and, of course, the goals for the residency. It is important to understand the feelings and needs of different members of the staff, including teachers, coaches, school leaders, and students.</div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><h3 style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;"><b>The DEFINE Stage allows us to identify specific goals for the residency. </b></h3><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">I always use a “How Might We” prefix and work with key members of the staff and student leaders to create a design problem sentence reflecting the goals of the residency based on the needs identified during the Empathy stage. We include the tools or processes we will use to meet the identified need. We also include constraints and limitations we are working with. Here was our problem statement for this residency.</div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_m6gJ7OcjmrByFARet-n3BaFjJDeLB3sZZp8vD5PcDjjC6duryfl8GWz7ZDxgPVsZmz1rh0BloWmj9FWu_Xk4s5IqnbVKseQGNvjHEEzrzbxyTkEFWPm377GRyVC_w14wSrifOkBgQGi32iQ1bOT3mZcyqQrCiJA_-RdO0y8bYXFkrJH3LB6KK4NtNIek/s960/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project%20(4).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_m6gJ7OcjmrByFARet-n3BaFjJDeLB3sZZp8vD5PcDjjC6duryfl8GWz7ZDxgPVsZmz1rh0BloWmj9FWu_Xk4s5IqnbVKseQGNvjHEEzrzbxyTkEFWPm377GRyVC_w14wSrifOkBgQGi32iQ1bOT3mZcyqQrCiJA_-RdO0y8bYXFkrJH3LB6KK4NtNIek/w640-h360/Edu%20Fab%20Lab%20Identity%20Project%20(4).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div><h3 style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;"><b>The IDEATE Stage allows us to expand our thinking about what's possible. </b></h3></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-4f7f74fc-7fff-4eed-9dae-b344efc5d77e" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img height="153" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/bkKBquase6REJRfYqZXMx6rND5fFb1rVbXHuJnefkevppxEdltf4FSljjX65RRR5zhy94Qs8jySe3VhqwXUKfy8YUCSV-QVCNcuvpFGSagNZTVp_UH6be83BzCVEO3lsF-1hWE4Qp1iDktUVqgYqndpQiA=w200-h153" width="200" /></span>We start by using wild brainstorming techniques. Teachers often come in with a specific idea of what they want to do. Those ideas are often limited to more traditional teaching practices and limitations. The old adages "you don't know what you don't know" comes into play here. I try to use my makerspace experience to help everyone see more possibilities. I watch carefully to see which ideas lights a fire in their belly. It's important that I have an open mind about ideas I had not considered and watch for the passion and interest of members of the school to become part of the ideas we generate.</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></div><div style="background-color: white;"><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><h3 style="font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The PROTOTYPING stage is where we start building a tangible product that the user can engage with.</b></h3></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div><div><span face="Trebuchet MS, Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span face="Trebuchet MS, Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">This is where we get to the heart of planning the residency activities and schedule. I use Google Slides as building blocks. The slide format allows us to collaborate, add, remove, and rearrange ideas. One of the hardest things is for teachers to imagine how to build the vision within the constraints of their schedule. Time and schedules are barriers that often encourage teachers to try new ideas. I ask for their schedule on paper and work with a school leader to create a residency schedule that works for everyone. Using the concept of 'inhouse field trips" often works (but not always). With creative and flexible thinking, we break down the schedule barrier and then start to imagine activities that will help us reach the goals identified in the problem statement. </span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><h3 style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The TEST stage is where we go live. </b></h3></div><div><div>Now's the time to test to see if the schedule and activities work as we intended. This was the heart of the activities throughout the week long residency. It's important to watch carefully to see how the 'solution' we created performs under unexpected conditions. </div><div><br /></div><div>We debrief frequently and pivot as necessary. With the whole staff feeling empowered to suggest changes along the way, we ended up with a successful residency. During this time we look for evidence of what's working and what needs tweeking. </div><div><br /></div><div>For example, in this residency plan the icebreaker went a lot longer because students were very engaged in it. We had to tweak the prompt a bit to make sure that the alter-ego superpowers were being used for "GOOD". During the Journal making stage, we found we had to simplify the journal and let go of our ambition to include circuits, quotes, and a button clasp. We noticed that some students were amazing at grasping the technical logistics and they quickly became leaders that helped absent students catch up. We leaned in on their strengths to improve the workflow. Quite often these are not the same students that shine during more traditional learning activities.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are two short videos of what this phase looked like during our residency.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-AUn1Crt0U" width="320" youtube-src-id="x-AUn1Crt0U"></iframe></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zA6ooVx3Vzc" style="color: #444444; display: inline; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;" width="320" youtube-src-id="zA6ooVx3Vzc"></iframe></div><div><br /></div></div></div><div style="color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /><div> </div><div><h3 style="font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The REFLECT and CELEBRATE stage is a step I added to the Design Thinking process.</b></h3><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p>Although I'm listing this stage last, we built in lots of opportunity for reflection and capturing evidence of learning throughout the residency. We created a student handout with prompts and places for students to reflect on their learning. Not only was this an instrument that contributed to deeper learning, but it also helped with logistics when there was back log at one of the maker tools. Taking lots of pictures and short video clips provided a powerful reflection tool for both teachers and students. We uploaded these into a Google Photo Album for students to review and use to add multi-media evidence to their reflection journal. </p><p>It was also important to provide time for educators to debrief and reflect and consider how this experience could impact their practice. It was rewarding to hear teachers request that they have access to the tools and materials after the residency as they started to plan for both in school and after school activities that they could lead in the makerspace. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQG9l_CCkwVw5vDk39hEDruQpqv35HVSy353nbTMNyrv1KkZ-afpIzdQx7GveEHqpRf8SIkBD6933X-ANwSSHgoIMQOZFrTXqt1ZrKZamCe3IY2qaZFlUCIxmrWurrzVs1EYwEcfMli8UqIJ8iFpvKwziUO_HPVkL9cgTJ7opv12c0eDCkjM-95aH4g/s1280/Journal%20group1%20(1).jpeg" style="color: #f15922; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="571" data-original-width="1280" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQG9l_CCkwVw5vDk39hEDruQpqv35HVSy353nbTMNyrv1KkZ-afpIzdQx7GveEHqpRf8SIkBD6933X-ANwSSHgoIMQOZFrTXqt1ZrKZamCe3IY2qaZFlUCIxmrWurrzVs1EYwEcfMli8UqIJ8iFpvKwziUO_HPVkL9cgTJ7opv12c0eDCkjM-95aH4g/w400-h179/Journal%20group1%20(1).jpeg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(234, 234, 234); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPQE-loKetqlrf4eQW_jltGS_PmuPZWCUlJTvrABqNmP3bqI3mxAep2G5UmKc3ERAnU0XmLNxfrt6_eeQpXcTCw9tlewQ0PLmP855-MvFHVmIOQk6KWDXhzaxf-4cvTGGLUKc-uNhnm1sxsZChIFfGGh6kmdxWMFAu-SpnM9b6bHeXzlwqV2LK2EDd3g/s1280/journals%20group%203%20(1).jpeg" style="color: #f15922; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPQE-loKetqlrf4eQW_jltGS_PmuPZWCUlJTvrABqNmP3bqI3mxAep2G5UmKc3ERAnU0XmLNxfrt6_eeQpXcTCw9tlewQ0PLmP855-MvFHVmIOQk6KWDXhzaxf-4cvTGGLUKc-uNhnm1sxsZChIFfGGh6kmdxWMFAu-SpnM9b6bHeXzlwqV2LK2EDd3g/w400-h180/journals%20group%203%20(1).jpeg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(234, 234, 234); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8e5F7G8sBL0BQFyCkryCLafM3hqyEu2qvL67J4R0dLBbBriTEkOjReYY1E2DFEfK2AtlxSBjfvPPhtmRNmmSQ3hwOEXfNyBoecmZZg5HWXVJLo8pXCFtfI-nWKkjwzxeGlmMrQLpuXsBfSR4QYGz-f-7C7_9PXHLoa2EgwqIp-7xL5XP6pxTMawkoQ/s1280/journals%20group%204%20(1).jpeg" style="color: #f15922; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1280" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8e5F7G8sBL0BQFyCkryCLafM3hqyEu2qvL67J4R0dLBbBriTEkOjReYY1E2DFEfK2AtlxSBjfvPPhtmRNmmSQ3hwOEXfNyBoecmZZg5HWXVJLo8pXCFtfI-nWKkjwzxeGlmMrQLpuXsBfSR4QYGz-f-7C7_9PXHLoa2EgwqIp-7xL5XP6pxTMawkoQ/w400-h308/journals%20group%204%20(1).jpeg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(234, 234, 234); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="400" /></a></div><br /><blockquote><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><br /></h3></blockquote><p>This maker residency reframed my understanding of residencies and what's possible when design thinking guides the planning process. I am committed to designing residencies that strive for deeper learning where students are fully engaged with a new learning experiences. The experience must inspire them to learn new skills. As they create confidence with new tools and processes, students are ready to take on meaningful making challenge. </p><p>The residency should provide teachers with the opportunity to receive embedded professional development as they co-teach an experience that they helped to design. The strive for the experience to be a low risk way for all teachers to create confidence with new tools and processes that model Project Based Learning pedagogy. I have seen teachers become inspired watching the engagement of their students during the residency. With newfound confidence in using new tools and processed, teachers leave the residency experience ready to design instruction that includes meaningful making projects. </p><p><br /></p><blockquote><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;">If you would like to bring a Maker Residency to your school,</span> </h3></blockquote><blockquote><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;">contact Lucie at ldelabruere@gmail.com</span></h3></blockquote><p><br /></p></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-85510894388242351842023-12-10T01:01:00.000-08:002023-12-10T01:06:44.475-08:00Create With Code Using TurtleStitch - Getting Started<p>During Computer Science Education Week 2023, I challenged myself to learn to code with Turtle Stitch - a coding environment that allows you to generate code that can be embroidered with an embroidery machine! This fits right into my belief that Creating Code You Can Touch is a highly motivating way to introduce computer science. Today's post will include some getting started tips for beginners when using TurtleStitch for the first time. </p><p>If you have used Scratch, Snap, or other block coding environments before, you will notice that the layout to TurtleStitch includes 3 main areas. </p><p>On the left you will find a library of CODE BLOCKS, on the right you will find a STAGE with a TURTLE sprite (or actor) and in the middle is where you write your CODE to control the Turtle.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt09fEI9Pp7YsdtR0rm62e3JoIAViwIf3nPKnleEXR1Q7gMtU2iLerCleKBQf_Sh0mrYtV051s5FSsfZocCo91QczkatqGB2wuF5_cZU62hwI42gIap_DeYf9etcjmNLjuTKoj29AslaPUc9k98zBD3o8l1IED8hD5EQWpc8ibADomdgOfDoTuddp-1jDy/s1728/TS%20Intro1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="823" data-original-width="1728" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt09fEI9Pp7YsdtR0rm62e3JoIAViwIf3nPKnleEXR1Q7gMtU2iLerCleKBQf_Sh0mrYtV051s5FSsfZocCo91QczkatqGB2wuF5_cZU62hwI42gIap_DeYf9etcjmNLjuTKoj29AslaPUc9k98zBD3o8l1IED8hD5EQWpc8ibADomdgOfDoTuddp-1jDy/w640-h304/TS%20Intro1.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Let's get started by dragging out some Code Block to see if we can make the Turtle draw a Square.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dy7rwKn_svjncMloL9dZvBem1RwWu9emO6JY3aTeFmeLJpbtYuYvOMh43gqYab0M_3fVNVOWzL3TVA6CQOe0Q' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjQTqdbKDxcaA5VCFHRPgs7ez9N1TL-H1zfrKKSh0XV0S8niRK6nbLiWveDK3UVyg8c2kJo-FyTXoELommNOcZ5UZecSZ1c1Bu1r-HHmF4PlU_wYk1ElbY00cFLDN6rluuq46974DDypJ4pBUvQc4o7EnRTuHOBbMJXc2sTVXTx_QS68zccjqqBEh9mIaw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="430" data-original-width="986" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjQTqdbKDxcaA5VCFHRPgs7ez9N1TL-H1zfrKKSh0XV0S8niRK6nbLiWveDK3UVyg8c2kJo-FyTXoELommNOcZ5UZecSZ1c1Bu1r-HHmF4PlU_wYk1ElbY00cFLDN6rluuq46974DDypJ4pBUvQc4o7EnRTuHOBbMJXc2sTVXTx_QS68zccjqqBEh9mIaw=w640-h280" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tip 1:</b> </span>Start each program with a RESET. This clears the screen and returns the turtle to the HOME position and points it in the 90 degree direction. Then add a Stitch Type code by dragging out the Running Stitch Code. If you don't do this, Turtle Stitch will give you a warning that your stitches are too long for the embroidery machine. Putting both of these under a WHEN GREEN Flag block is a great way to make sure these commands are run at the beginning of every program.</div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCBuNOO05twkw_V40IK1sJhNyUh9gfOZWurrBJW93TWSxkonZXEJo8_Z2BjAXBDXA14DudQ9Dkpa9InNkEKjZ1RsuaWf6zj2LGzENejXkETfzp5-O3UF-b-yxgbwmifzlT29a0N08O8TyICplutT8VDD-9VVmFE3Kb5158fFb3OUEqBj7UxapRVi6l_iLk" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="75" data-original-width="175" height="137" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCBuNOO05twkw_V40IK1sJhNyUh9gfOZWurrBJW93TWSxkonZXEJo8_Z2BjAXBDXA14DudQ9Dkpa9InNkEKjZ1RsuaWf6zj2LGzENejXkETfzp5-O3UF-b-yxgbwmifzlT29a0N08O8TyICplutT8VDD-9VVmFE3Kb5158fFb3OUEqBj7UxapRVi6l_iLk" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tip 2:</b></span> I like to drag out an EVENT code that allows me to run part of my design when I press a key on my computer. In this case, I chose WHEN S KEY PRESSED (since we are drawing a square) then I attach code blocks that will tell the Turtle to Draw a Square. </div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOVNy6BjtRevMDDO6Sl3V_d1kQWZ7CQLo5ynYFuyNh2lLeCKBV9z8hvXhjB8I_N1Fc4ZCT4zmBg7CaB1MaIvoNas5bQysvnpBWf7idmzIC8sKnZaAHTPV-26WA7LWkQhGVIZD88xHJ1ErbH9h9O1Q0tFzRRbwljwTsGrheMUYSGAbsqIOmxNh6ixtwBvSB" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="109" data-original-width="139" height="251" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOVNy6BjtRevMDDO6Sl3V_d1kQWZ7CQLo5ynYFuyNh2lLeCKBV9z8hvXhjB8I_N1Fc4ZCT4zmBg7CaB1MaIvoNas5bQysvnpBWf7idmzIC8sKnZaAHTPV-26WA7LWkQhGVIZD88xHJ1ErbH9h9O1Q0tFzRRbwljwTsGrheMUYSGAbsqIOmxNh6ixtwBvSB=w320-h251" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tip 3:</b></span> Take some time to understand the X,Y Coordinates <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-X0JeAIW6ilkpapTdik8htBmLHzZOgqVM4wDiUPAJZcz-ja_kpDTFgXJuraXs5wNgf6ELUdsUEQkf52pbj6B-cAPUe9iXYEtGfJcVOfdZL1lwWE-IjwcMS8escmhIjrgHd4wb5eIzCjqKPeCKtlpRqGVEohtzKn8gE-y5MblTaL86Sc_huBY_c-DwdTn/s960/SnapStageCoordinates.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="722" data-original-width="960" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-X0JeAIW6ilkpapTdik8htBmLHzZOgqVM4wDiUPAJZcz-ja_kpDTFgXJuraXs5wNgf6ELUdsUEQkf52pbj6B-cAPUe9iXYEtGfJcVOfdZL1lwWE-IjwcMS8escmhIjrgHd4wb5eIzCjqKPeCKtlpRqGVEohtzKn8gE-y5MblTaL86Sc_huBY_c-DwdTn/w400-h301/SnapStageCoordinates.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One way to do this is to have TurtleStitch display the X,Y coordinates of your mouse pointer on the stage as well as the X,Y coordinates of the Turtle. I, also, like to display the direction that the Turtle is pointing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To do this Find and "Click on "CHECKBOXES" for each of the following in the CODE BLOCK area. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjefF6NT8mDwk3fZKPSmG5UOL8leTNtyMrGYR_s6Y0X4fMJ9BOQJC4DMN8QHJe30jqtqG8wkc7fFzMSGu1PN4j7xcWiXVi-JWfF4steiM1VCQu0ynZuxBY1TgfWkRW6_mI2_Bw9HeK08h087zo0XFDRg97dUMZvJa-cgAL77uw-tM0PdFfXxFC-PIKACpGM" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="150" data-original-width="226" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjefF6NT8mDwk3fZKPSmG5UOL8leTNtyMrGYR_s6Y0X4fMJ9BOQJC4DMN8QHJe30jqtqG8wkc7fFzMSGu1PN4j7xcWiXVi-JWfF4steiM1VCQu0ynZuxBY1TgfWkRW6_mI2_Bw9HeK08h087zo0XFDRg97dUMZvJa-cgAL77uw-tM0PdFfXxFC-PIKACpGM=w200-h133" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Check these in the SENSING Category</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaivy7PxVu7_2VrKKwtFACVgg1pakUU67hfZdPViOxEuGZhGUaGPw2oNvDLDDHUcOufQrUQm4ZlLjRJYzVPZau0hRM6q03MogHpJ3lVeGzx_ogAt-OL0xp07nf6vAT2ftF1PJWYULO2czCMWEUei3hFp2ytiMzrM4ODRYMlCUKu1yBIsXrizVI0ntbDAnq" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="74" data-original-width="222" height="67" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaivy7PxVu7_2VrKKwtFACVgg1pakUU67hfZdPViOxEuGZhGUaGPw2oNvDLDDHUcOufQrUQm4ZlLjRJYzVPZau0hRM6q03MogHpJ3lVeGzx_ogAt-OL0xp07nf6vAT2ftF1PJWYULO2czCMWEUei3hFp2ytiMzrM4ODRYMlCUKu1yBIsXrizVI0ntbDAnq=w200-h67" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">When you do this, your Stage area will display location of your pointer and your turtle.</div><div style="text-align: left;">Moving the pointer around on the stage and watching the location info change can help you place your design elements in the correct elements on the stage. (Hint, You might have to drag the information blocks around the stage if they are stacked behind each other)</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjO-0N-Hn1I55pfi4PbQl7R1-gx7OI_8ZCtdkY4JDvSXhthhp5g6vz6B9gM-rC6ufYvdj3vFOtoTcO9pyeGMEISjkGfL4sPUSRj0OrYEh0AN5qnXLH4Ow3BvbkX8NBYEdcuoLEjOJ-BHognc8bhpHJqWwybtWP0Z0hzCY_U2YEyU89dwme7W_D2sBvS7Cxq" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="630" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjO-0N-Hn1I55pfi4PbQl7R1-gx7OI_8ZCtdkY4JDvSXhthhp5g6vz6B9gM-rC6ufYvdj3vFOtoTcO9pyeGMEISjkGfL4sPUSRj0OrYEh0AN5qnXLH4Ow3BvbkX8NBYEdcuoLEjOJ-BHognc8bhpHJqWwybtWP0Z0hzCY_U2YEyU89dwme7W_D2sBvS7Cxq=w400-h372" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><br /></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tip 4:</b></span> If you prefer to work in inches, change the Display Setting to inches. <br />Keep the size of your design small enough to fit into the 4 X 4 inch or the capacity for your embroidery machine<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiX74B2QG2XRCOfCDOCht9Z1UQK_T7NkoUt1TOMjoziAxnqUXUoGTie1AYqVqMBsrrbx3oHd2E7vp8velVNb_veWfNib-TItzicF3_IJtImf0r5TGcbhNRvbC3iqItg68VR4SfWPQu9ymNnZbOsmjtINUrCwIaP9JOS3qJAwBak7pkjZ3SoYhGeNdyu5dZS" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="242" data-original-width="996" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiX74B2QG2XRCOfCDOCht9Z1UQK_T7NkoUt1TOMjoziAxnqUXUoGTie1AYqVqMBsrrbx3oHd2E7vp8velVNb_veWfNib-TItzicF3_IJtImf0r5TGcbhNRvbC3iqItg68VR4SfWPQu9ymNnZbOsmjtINUrCwIaP9JOS3qJAwBak7pkjZ3SoYhGeNdyu5dZS=w640-h156" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;">The maximum image size for the Turtlestitch stage area is approximately<br /> 3 1/2 inches in height x 4 1/2 inches in width<br />You can see the size of your image below the stage.<br />I found that 127 steps created a 1 inch square</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9fhshu3zh7AXmTnzGqT4mIRMapgfUxxMjOb2At-pKKgD19hR_bslcf8mjbBSpHG6THeE0q_SX83Zq35-yaFtCAzWlK91vovg451c5qhatvvy0aKC6Vl_r8yu_YZLDEcLd5Esd6Ssv8IbnqX7UVB7_SVvIy5JCwyRln-smFec5Mrl1OqXdotURB0Qp6ICw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="580" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9fhshu3zh7AXmTnzGqT4mIRMapgfUxxMjOb2At-pKKgD19hR_bslcf8mjbBSpHG6THeE0q_SX83Zq35-yaFtCAzWlK91vovg451c5qhatvvy0aKC6Vl_r8yu_YZLDEcLd5Esd6Ssv8IbnqX7UVB7_SVvIy5JCwyRln-smFec5Mrl1OqXdotURB0Qp6ICw=w295-h320" width="295" /></a></div><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tip 5:</b></span> Try this fun challenge to better understand the X,Y positions of your grid and the size limitations of TurtleStitch graphics. <br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Create a design that draws and labels the XY Coordinate grid on the stage. Make it about 4 X 4 inch in size. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhF7zuRQlQMstFvs-TSCZR3tho-uEZRBOREvrNWkI1Vhu66K5QWUjzscdVT6oA45lHVb5-wxdqt6ialkV6d5EcKYeQQq_4RPFxsPTpakuzuHdiP24bXe-Xcgqp1sup1LHWhzEAzJzNjeqSsw7qwlKWG8yI8DU3lvDZzS8ywMO5Q3tvHChCi3ZDjOiFucgtE" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1072" data-original-width="1126" height="610" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhF7zuRQlQMstFvs-TSCZR3tho-uEZRBOREvrNWkI1Vhu66K5QWUjzscdVT6oA45lHVb5-wxdqt6ialkV6d5EcKYeQQq_4RPFxsPTpakuzuHdiP24bXe-Xcgqp1sup1LHWhzEAzJzNjeqSsw7qwlKWG8yI8DU3lvDZzS8ywMO5Q3tvHChCi3ZDjOiFucgtE=w640-h610" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div>Use the code blocks we have learned along with these code blocks. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjRof_4vdEcev5rdDnKVALfOWJdr3AQuwzvfvJTW2U4LZDEOhRXpRhKs41DQ3OqwtuuBc7uLYvEkbg9becvThoPnBPy6xhBMnLTT3MoNdlpFQ2UFbSY0Ivr8Ry5gH9YgE1NDyZiCVDmXVfQA05RHcto-wG9gDGkO4EBdPiSGThrBCwgAZ3zSurlVYMm7DAk" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="392" data-original-width="458" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjRof_4vdEcev5rdDnKVALfOWJdr3AQuwzvfvJTW2U4LZDEOhRXpRhKs41DQ3OqwtuuBc7uLYvEkbg9becvThoPnBPy6xhBMnLTT3MoNdlpFQ2UFbSY0Ivr8Ry5gH9YgE1NDyZiCVDmXVfQA05RHcto-wG9gDGkO4EBdPiSGThrBCwgAZ3zSurlVYMm7DAk" width="280" /></a></div><br /><br /><div>Here is the approach I took to do this. <br />When GREEN FLAG pressed, reset and set a running stitch </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_SO6bmV9ZOxSTJxzRBMYhxEER_oee1gWDMvLVO35iyehU7DeYzvTsTTCLgDFELCLTi-cwaT0i-QUOBjxxxcExaDMU_ScyFfz3Tix-09loxCOkPTMsp-eapQuVKyTW-OlKiG-SZZSLrp9AJPZNLSzlcNbkzchrd0V5l_3nhYJGNSzX5MBUYTSku5_r-J82/s175/green%20flag.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="75" data-original-width="175" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_SO6bmV9ZOxSTJxzRBMYhxEER_oee1gWDMvLVO35iyehU7DeYzvTsTTCLgDFELCLTi-cwaT0i-QUOBjxxxcExaDMU_ScyFfz3Tix-09loxCOkPTMsp-eapQuVKyTW-OlKiG-SZZSLrp9AJPZNLSzlcNbkzchrd0V5l_3nhYJGNSzX5MBUYTSku5_r-J82/s1600/green%20flag.png" width="175" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>When X pressed, draw the X axis and label it</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl3e2C7nOpd_RYsu-rqQcIwHH0RWHK6VYqKXEw4-9A3HsuQoijTJMlXm6cufzASAPheyGFg9CCm50p23ACzPXedOL0q67fZCaseDhRnsScbTcLJ_Vi3Y7obTZ2HvZQHFBwiWdW4XIr99dumyXkqnoX79DJo-3oV7E82h3EIxQQ4HIbeaI_eXIS5uYrtkNP/s167/x%20code.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="154" data-original-width="167" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl3e2C7nOpd_RYsu-rqQcIwHH0RWHK6VYqKXEw4-9A3HsuQoijTJMlXm6cufzASAPheyGFg9CCm50p23ACzPXedOL0q67fZCaseDhRnsScbTcLJ_Vi3Y7obTZ2HvZQHFBwiWdW4XIr99dumyXkqnoX79DJo-3oV7E82h3EIxQQ4HIbeaI_eXIS5uYrtkNP/s1600/x%20code.png" width="167" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>When Y pressed, draw the Y axis and label it</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8pOZn1QoQL_n9IsGqDqrOFro0WZ9VbblAxQvAnT72Io8JtDkERQqjvfblbXBuwhtIbhF1TeyxBRyLXNWwplAun9XDW0QWsyteVwHz5RqCdasyDYGvLz2WOPGWK0RoLdY8d0g9c5Bcso3u4i2xv1cNvDhlnyHmjsKIQsP1RTQCxlQe2LYCoT4eTeZM3XC5/s175/y%20code.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="175" data-original-width="167" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8pOZn1QoQL_n9IsGqDqrOFro0WZ9VbblAxQvAnT72Io8JtDkERQqjvfblbXBuwhtIbhF1TeyxBRyLXNWwplAun9XDW0QWsyteVwHz5RqCdasyDYGvLz2WOPGWK0RoLdY8d0g9c5Bcso3u4i2xv1cNvDhlnyHmjsKIQsP1RTQCxlQe2LYCoT4eTeZM3XC5/s1600/y%20code.png" width="167" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>When H pressed (move the turtle back home)</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKj-4qpkmo9mvZduRo7HCyKXs0nyD7ducdoVL49joeAG6m5C3I3TiQrU-QxhjDUUTV_kgNQj4o9lTzfjAHy6Xr2W0vFhagSksQRso7tpCPg-P4QgQzLEqPVq8NSdOS8vuFwns-rtQ-14Tya36RkObTO5IplZ63253IeiIF1z1SPAV0HQhzDWibiUAW0bQd/s139/home%20code.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Bonus Challenge: Draw a one inch square in each of the 4 coordinates! `</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hope the following Tips prove to be helpful as you start your Turtle Stitch Journey.<br /><br />I'm just learning too, so I welcome any advice as I share my journey in the next few posts.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-82554781632384727572023-12-08T10:26:00.000-08:002023-12-09T05:13:25.293-08:00Code You Can Touch using Turtle Stitch <p>Each year I challenge myself to learn something new and reflect on the process of that learning experience. I believe that taking off my teacher hat, and replacing it with a student hat, is one of the best professional development experiences a teacher can engage in. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTkYWp_M6q2vQ36Ag-sRJh6GSZL5hJ2_exJIDjilD_fLTD2lHoQt5BFlEppM9jhYhatsDHIQ4IN0XoaIfjA8q9Tgfga7Lc-F8DKWGKdCDeyRGdZZZOsfy6mGS6yHz71hnD2lWus6IAr5Vb0yIm34tlk8PMu-BlJNmcLHOkl2VE-rDSF69z-2Jccu5q3iSA/s1950/CSED.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1783" data-original-width="1950" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTkYWp_M6q2vQ36Ag-sRJh6GSZL5hJ2_exJIDjilD_fLTD2lHoQt5BFlEppM9jhYhatsDHIQ4IN0XoaIfjA8q9Tgfga7Lc-F8DKWGKdCDeyRGdZZZOsfy6mGS6yHz71hnD2lWus6IAr5Vb0yIm34tlk8PMu-BlJNmcLHOkl2VE-rDSF69z-2Jccu5q3iSA/w200-h183/CSED.png" width="200" /></a></div> <br />What better time to learn something new than <a href="https://www.csedweek.org/" target="_blank">Computer Science Education Week!</a> This week, I pulled out the embroidery machine that I bought during the pandemic, and started to imagine a new <a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/11/code-you-can-touch-using-laser-cutter.html" target="_blank">Create with Code You Can Touch</a> project. <div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcz8xn_ghgrNVQldxqpfozsY4t26uNi-qY2ZbmQwfvFUlW0JYfx6K9AsLpu9bqgaes4K0bvz0hMbsLzdFtBe-VAWKJ7Fb1sDCl3UnvLjLYs7aB7iIV0QFggMDdtZh0NGMV1kgOoV8Vk2XKr_xzwiTySGlN6lC4aF7aif4RQ_0kYvih4VKj-G4CsDfFFR7W/s2172/sewing%20tree%20photo.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2172" data-original-width="1909" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcz8xn_ghgrNVQldxqpfozsY4t26uNi-qY2ZbmQwfvFUlW0JYfx6K9AsLpu9bqgaes4K0bvz0hMbsLzdFtBe-VAWKJ7Fb1sDCl3UnvLjLYs7aB7iIV0QFggMDdtZh0NGMV1kgOoV8Vk2XKr_xzwiTySGlN6lC4aF7aif4RQ_0kYvih4VKj-G4CsDfFFR7W/w281-h320/sewing%20tree%20photo.jpg" width="281" /></a><br /><p></p><p>I developed an interest in <a href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/" target="_blank">TurtleStitch </a> when I saw <a href="https://twitter.com/turtlestitch">Twitter posts about this platform</a> that allowed you to CODE an embroidery design. This year, I decided that I would find a project that would allow me to create confidence with <a href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/" target="_blank">TurtleStitch</a> so that I can include an embroidery machine in my Code You Can Touch experiences. I'm not quite finished my project, but here is what I have done so far, along with a reflection on what I'm learning along the way.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">I like to approach learning through creating and making with four types of questions <br /><a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2019/07/framing-conversation-around-makerspaces.html" target="_blank">(What? How? Why? and Who?).</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGhprWpwelXKkF0sZbJd-RvS1UxCVoo0KdUMmrnG9mnbocCuvzBXY9bYorgkESE2gfkUmBcQf6RPwRxFyGyqZNSj7ixrF0TNmb1nOcQhx9HdGWWWAj55vZqp53qQq97r7Yks5Qsh0RWg_4rlLh_wUwhFLFBy5hMTdFWte90Eehl3Rjiu5RnvTN_cbNokMC/s400/CML%20Masters%20(9).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="400" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGhprWpwelXKkF0sZbJd-RvS1UxCVoo0KdUMmrnG9mnbocCuvzBXY9bYorgkESE2gfkUmBcQf6RPwRxFyGyqZNSj7ixrF0TNmb1nOcQhx9HdGWWWAj55vZqp53qQq97r7Yks5Qsh0RWg_4rlLh_wUwhFLFBy5hMTdFWte90Eehl3Rjiu5RnvTN_cbNokMC/w640-h360/CML%20Masters%20(9).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;">WHY would anyone use TurtleStich to create an embroidered design? <br /></span></b><b><span style="color: red;">WHO might TurtleStich invite and empower?</span></b></h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWSEJJLLDy-HPjYzRsfayXjh58-ewOW8ooAjzpUiqDBVImhBFtMq_Pf7L0BP_s8WeKFcAdeZ2gFLjheUXLU7sobtVCBEJ6-kEB9lHcJ96GdcW7DKfYM-Dp8EYanXX9nqCGkpDiWxAkcvC1M1rfcMTwYVf14PGZU39TccOwV4rHZ7DujsfQvPzhP1g0O-WM/s253/One%20Word%20Challenge%20-%20%20What%20is%20Your%20Word%20(3).png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="253" data-original-width="243" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWSEJJLLDy-HPjYzRsfayXjh58-ewOW8ooAjzpUiqDBVImhBFtMq_Pf7L0BP_s8WeKFcAdeZ2gFLjheUXLU7sobtVCBEJ6-kEB9lHcJ96GdcW7DKfYM-Dp8EYanXX9nqCGkpDiWxAkcvC1M1rfcMTwYVf14PGZU39TccOwV4rHZ7DujsfQvPzhP1g0O-WM/s1600/One%20Word%20Challenge%20-%20%20What%20is%20Your%20Word%20(3).png" width="243" /></a></div><br />First of all, I must say you would NOT use TurtleStitch if your intention was to easily embroider a specific graphic. Many embroidery machine come with libraries of designs and fonts you can pick from. You can purchase embroidery designs on platforms like Etsy for a few bucks. You can, also, draw your own designs with embroidery design software or vector graphic software. Here's an example, where I used the free <a href="https://inkstitch.org/" target="_blank">Inkstitch plugin</a> to Inkscape to embroider the Create Make Learn logo.<br /><br /><p></p><p>But if your WHY is to learn to code through physical computing - then TurtleStitch fits the bill. <br />If you enjoy block coding using<a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/" target="_blank"> Scratch</a> of <a href="https://snap.berkeley.edu/" target="_blank">Snap,</a> then TurtleStitch provides another block coding platform for you to play with. </p><p>It's accessible and can be used to create fun colorful designs on something you can TOUCH and KEEP! Giving birth to a physical object creates a feeling of pride and produces a reminder of the HARD FUN experience of learning to code! <br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP7iyh8dAEMAijaSgSxj43L_LvbXaCFStJNHJF1C96fE12PvX5Bnor49zRekntYjMDfkWXdbj5rHvryexJAm7kdJncZ6545n5NcLfGHQXKQ3kcG-zhHmN_xbHzLWaz0pTO7GZaudhv0h31yUHw4tI8MdzI9S5assQmg9OzDFRtSE-UBm8xwoMuBY6T8Kte/s320/Who%20CML.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP7iyh8dAEMAijaSgSxj43L_LvbXaCFStJNHJF1C96fE12PvX5Bnor49zRekntYjMDfkWXdbj5rHvryexJAm7kdJncZ6545n5NcLfGHQXKQ3kcG-zhHmN_xbHzLWaz0pTO7GZaudhv0h31yUHw4tI8MdzI9S5assQmg9OzDFRtSE-UBm8xwoMuBY6T8Kte/s1600/Who%20CML.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />Working with textiles can inspire under-represented populations to learn computer science. Students who are drawn to color, textile, or artistic expression might be more inspired to learn to code if the results was a physical product they could wear or display. <p></p><p><br /></p><p>Inspired by my WHY and WHO questions, I was ready to move into the WHAT and HOW questions.<br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;">WHAT do you need to create an embroidery project with code?</span></h3><p><b>Hardware -</b> Obviously you will need access to an embroidery machine. I chose the Brother 525 for the following reasons.: </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNoXTBn_FABobM8JvPkEwCiJUOBhcAkDx0VfbVCZnhEKmcO9l2hzY-AQC0ip9nTWAfZ5ofQctk3QFZrskw_4LZf3_X-YoYBFcQATG9cFgaTcSCxnKCL8KQFACB9VdUaXW7SbFvyr3-4loSXCkUp1UnWw6thuMdLp-AVBd2TgTMJhTbaIs7nlLwiKtrhIVi/s564/PE525_front.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="423" data-original-width="564" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNoXTBn_FABobM8JvPkEwCiJUOBhcAkDx0VfbVCZnhEKmcO9l2hzY-AQC0ip9nTWAfZ5ofQctk3QFZrskw_4LZf3_X-YoYBFcQATG9cFgaTcSCxnKCL8KQFACB9VdUaXW7SbFvyr3-4loSXCkUp1UnWw6thuMdLp-AVBd2TgTMJhTbaIs7nlLwiKtrhIVi/s320/PE525_front.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">1) Price <br />Embroidery machines are expensive. My goal was NOT to start an embroidery business, so I really did not need an expensive high end machine. I wanted something school makerspaces might find affordable. The Brother 525 (under $400) seemed to fit the bit. </p><p style="text-align: left;">2) Stand Alone machine. <br /> In my research, I kept seeing that combo machines (ones that sew and embroider) were less desirable and perhaps more prone to problems. I don't have personal experience with this, but it sounded reasonable, so I ruled out combo-machines.</p><p style="text-align: left;">3) Repair<br />I would suggest looking around for a sewing machine repair shop near you to see what brands they will service. Embroidery machines perform a lot of mechanical movements, so I suspect that they might need to be serviced at some point. </p><p style="text-align: left;">4) USB port<br />You will need to import your coded design into the machine, so you'll need a machine with a USB port. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p><b>Software</b></p><p><br />Since my goal was to create with code, my intention was to use Turtle Stitch software. It is cloud based so it works on Chromebooks and its free to use. It is based on SNAP block code, so the interface seemed familiar. </p><div class="index-run" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 50px; text-align: center; width: 1140px;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 20px; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/run" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: green; text-decoration-line: none;" title="run"><img alt="run" class="icon-run umami--click--run-button" src="https://www.turtlestitch.org/static/img/turtle-run.png" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; transform: rotate(269.495deg); vertical-align: middle;" width="100" /></a> <a class="btn btn-lg btn-run umami--click--run-button" href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/run" role="button" style="background: rgb(51, 51, 51); border-radius: 6px; border: 1px solid transparent; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.75) 5px 3px 6px; box-sizing: border-box; color: white; cursor: pointer; display: inline-block; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.33333; margin-bottom: 0px; padding: 10px 16px; text-decoration-line: none; text-wrap: nowrap; touch-action: manipulation; user-select: none; vertical-align: middle;">Run TurtleStitch!</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></p><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; margin-top: -30px; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/page/tutorials/" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: black; padding-left: 100px;">or watch the tutorials</a></div><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 20px;"></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></div></div><h2 style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 30px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.4em; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-top: 20px; text-align: left;">Code! .. Draw! .. Stitch!</h2><p>I also checked into embroidery software so I could embroider 'non coded' designs. <br />I experienced sticker shock when I saw the price of embroidery software. Even the price of software plug-ins for vector programs like Adobe Illustrator seemed out of reach. After some research I noticed that I could use an Inkscape plug in called <a href="https://inkstitch.org/" target="_blank">Inkstitch plugin</a> to convert svg designs into a file format that my embroidery machine can use. </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Supplies</b></p><p>It was obvious that I would need embroidery thread, but a few supplies were less obvious.</p><p><b>Embroidery Thread</b></p><p>I ordered this box to have a nice selection of colors available. Extra bobbins were also recommended, so I bought a box of these.</p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGffBF532Y0g2i001qNCt5m-64VH-WwRuxdICsdDFF7g1fetPM_o_8wMQL2hDOnhHmHtxKOw7nxzU1S0SHprcs6VkLpQh_eEdOQJaFVsYTVrqJx26PQgOs5dKP9HkhT50qEssE4TADobob3sVu_5uvy6IuIbBPUEPIAnCm11-nOOdDouYmWrYaKM1_aaq_/s180/bobbins.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGffBF532Y0g2i001qNCt5m-64VH-WwRuxdICsdDFF7g1fetPM_o_8wMQL2hDOnhHmHtxKOw7nxzU1S0SHprcs6VkLpQh_eEdOQJaFVsYTVrqJx26PQgOs5dKP9HkhT50qEssE4TADobob3sVu_5uvy6IuIbBPUEPIAnCm11-nOOdDouYmWrYaKM1_aaq_/w200-h200/bobbins.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthWzVq9RR-KYPOZrWKWJJ3WpFr0xl3oKxUiUIgOXFt-EmYCx76X_46VeZYy8ZKeCM2Yw0NALb2Jzw2SsYaGY3-WyAyRluvDGEu4kdJ2h3trvNprOKxmAYBfU-JIKqQAZSvF_Orv1R1-r7eOr9v2LeOu4TmDM8GXUWPqO23hImJIv2mU9aJbyTVVY2l7v9/s180/embroider%20thread.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthWzVq9RR-KYPOZrWKWJJ3WpFr0xl3oKxUiUIgOXFt-EmYCx76X_46VeZYy8ZKeCM2Yw0NALb2Jzw2SsYaGY3-WyAyRluvDGEu4kdJ2h3trvNprOKxmAYBfU-JIKqQAZSvF_Orv1R1-r7eOr9v2LeOu4TmDM8GXUWPqO23hImJIv2mU9aJbyTVVY2l7v9/s1600/embroider%20thread.jpg" width="180" /></a><p></p><p><br /></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b>Extra Needles<br /><br /></b>Yes, even experienced sewers break needles, but a newbie like me broke a needle the first time I used my machine. I also learned that there are different needles for different fabrics and that you should replace your needles when they become blunt.</p><p><b>Hoops</b></p><p>Make sure you have the right embroidery hoop for your machine. This maximum embroidery size for my machine was 4" X 4" so I didn't really need the 3 pack with different sizes I bought. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk6pIRVEgxUOEOao0c2eooLxbpsNAhGjzBTONrBtoOCuWVJ5WK_9atg8e2rgNN-u2mVrwAM0zuyiJ3ZOetGLw7U-NWA0if1J2aD2soZybYW3Ox_mWOLna4Zfv46ljel_gzmWQQy-XYIbqq3oGzLydkyMVnIDk25qHskrLDHV1pXKuinxBe1q8FBQHKEZl_/s180/41Zkwyv-gcL._SY180_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk6pIRVEgxUOEOao0c2eooLxbpsNAhGjzBTONrBtoOCuWVJ5WK_9atg8e2rgNN-u2mVrwAM0zuyiJ3ZOetGLw7U-NWA0if1J2aD2soZybYW3Ox_mWOLna4Zfv46ljel_gzmWQQy-XYIbqq3oGzLydkyMVnIDk25qHskrLDHV1pXKuinxBe1q8FBQHKEZl_/s1600/41Zkwyv-gcL._SY180_.jpg" width="180" /></a></p><p><br /></p><p><b>Stabilizer</b></p><p>I tried my first design without stabilizer and it didn't work out so well. I had never heard of stabilizer before this project, but quickly learned that I would need both Tear away and Water soluble stabilizer depending on the type of project I had in mind. As the name implies, the water soluble stabilizer can be washed away with water and is useful for projects where the back of your project is exposed. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhF-lpt-nX9ujFEJWYXHMxtNoOzRLpfUryioZTa0C850MmT0ApL7Y3QnZRXwWfh5Xc4zjJttejYi27P20pN4BmD_Xcs7Tq6MX35FloJf7hXWkcjmgRgx_OKy7HxN_AFNuhMIAhZ3DgUs4bd8o73RiQDTb0GaA9MM0cKqcXcw8Ocp0vNBsgi0nMR4uGGIHn/s180/Tear%20away.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhF-lpt-nX9ujFEJWYXHMxtNoOzRLpfUryioZTa0C850MmT0ApL7Y3QnZRXwWfh5Xc4zjJttejYi27P20pN4BmD_Xcs7Tq6MX35FloJf7hXWkcjmgRgx_OKy7HxN_AFNuhMIAhZ3DgUs4bd8o73RiQDTb0GaA9MM0cKqcXcw8Ocp0vNBsgi0nMR4uGGIHn/s1600/Tear%20away.jpg" width="180" /></a>Tear-away Stabilizer</td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5lco1C6iNcFf9XzzQJaqxGI15QE0m5JNOq7WqqPZaaGAx3SHDbctxRNCe7QxFGSVG_94A7rt5PPerXS1_sraO0v-AtZk-HYde6Io2RuYPfyA4A7nZU45uIgIyRgP18E0ckPjcVr5V74Qs5L9ACSwePA0KJeFTJW18uL-_4wtZHRN1EzY32XkWQnBq6lRu/s180/water%20soluble%20stabilizer.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5lco1C6iNcFf9XzzQJaqxGI15QE0m5JNOq7WqqPZaaGAx3SHDbctxRNCe7QxFGSVG_94A7rt5PPerXS1_sraO0v-AtZk-HYde6Io2RuYPfyA4A7nZU45uIgIyRgP18E0ckPjcVr5V74Qs5L9ACSwePA0KJeFTJW18uL-_4wtZHRN1EzY32XkWQnBq6lRu/s1600/water%20soluble%20stabilizer.jpg" width="180" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Water Soluble Stabilizer</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>Fabric</b></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9iXu1eGB7qjkDsG3yjYYn5L3JlUbSuHpARdXjZkM0ayZGnzEYy8wqJ29R63Z-MENEPFTJ5FT8OVr1GL9fbr217kSEgXv3qeIAgRMNN8zD3Xql1POB8G59z3_9NZcKYPGDh3CaDCRebmGG4X80yIsvFtRatTjJLmxvjkNQP6FVF4UA1wzbyHxhi2M1t3J-/s180/41tMIlFsinL._SY180_.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9iXu1eGB7qjkDsG3yjYYn5L3JlUbSuHpARdXjZkM0ayZGnzEYy8wqJ29R63Z-MENEPFTJ5FT8OVr1GL9fbr217kSEgXv3qeIAgRMNN8zD3Xql1POB8G59z3_9NZcKYPGDh3CaDCRebmGG4X80yIsvFtRatTjJLmxvjkNQP6FVF4UA1wzbyHxhi2M1t3J-/s1600/41tMIlFsinL._SY180_.jpg" width="180" /></a>Having some scrap fabric that you can experiment on is important. You want to give yourself permission to experiment first! I used an old muslin shopping bag from Waby Parker to experiment with.<br /><br /><br />Since I didn't have quick access to a fabric store, so I purchased some flour sack tea towels for my first project. And since I was in the Christmas spirit, I also picked up some printed tea towels to use in my first project. <br /><br /><b><br /></b></p><p><b>Sewing supplies</b></p><p>You'll also want some basic sewing supplies like scissors, rulers or tape measures, seam rippers, straight pins, a pin cushion, and an iron/ironing board. </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;">HOW to get started? </span></h3><p><br /></p><p>The first step is to learn the basics of threading and operating your machine. For this I followed the instructions that came with my machine with one of the simple built in designs. I also found <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkDAF3PHtrw&t=62s" target="_blank">this video</a> very helpful. </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Finally it was time to CODE my own design. </b><br /><br />These <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@turtlestitch8236/videos" target="_blank">TurtleStitch Tutorial videos </a>and <a href="https://www.turtlestitch.org/page/manualcards">these Lesson Plans/Cards </a>were very helpful, especially this one</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KmI2E2Eg4qU" width="320" youtube-src-id="KmI2E2Eg4qU"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br />When it came time to code my own design, I wanted to start with something seasonal, but simple. A simple Christmas Tree proved to be the perfect design for me to get comfortable with the basics of TurtleStitch without feeling overwhelmed. The seasonal nature made it especially relevant and motivating to learn. It allowed me to become familiar with the ESSENTIAL setup code that every project needs. The design provided the perfect opportunity to review angles - a very important skill for coding embroidery designs. </p><p>I found that using an Event such as "When I press '__' to draw different parts of my design was helpful for troubleshooting.</p><p>I also learned that moving the turtle to a specific XY coordinate and resetting the direction that your turtle points to was key to predictable results. </p><p>In the next blog post on this topic, I'll break down the HOW TO steps with a more detailed tutorial for this project, and other starter projects than can help you and your students create confidence with code using TurtleStitch.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjZOjpz6Mj-td07XUszJReHVx6npFo5gK4qGwfjTj8tcccRhgZ4CSk2J7NcPPoUuxjVMDsq8YEuJnUbBcmfHGLG6w4Rnu0kUh_DXeyTbP76IduSrFdtD24BGiGXmoxM3xp6DaHi8QKNiQiFsylBxKTj6veTCKpq_RG8WGfuB9VI4ErNRWVrcGWPHwyPpT/s960/Vermont%20CSTA%20Advisory%20Board%20Resource%20(8).png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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There was a lot more 'non coding' pre-learning needed than I expected -- but I guess that would be true with any new medium. I'm definitely going to keep playing, and have the perfect holiday project in mind to motivate me to keep on learning through creating, making, and coding. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> Stay tuned! </div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /><br /><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /><br /><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-20251745652964973552023-11-01T06:52:00.009-07:002023-11-07T12:48:11.161-08:00Create Vector Graphics<p><span style="color: #233a44; font-family: Rokkitt, serif; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">CREATE VECTOR GRAPHICS</span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-cbd38b9f-7fff-5200-cac9-0da3b6758f63"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Graphics are used everywhere - from logos and icons to photographs and illustrations. Understanding the difference between vector and raster will help students choose the right format for their needs. As more tools for creating and making (such as laser cutters, electronic cutters, 3D printers, etc) become part of our educational. landscape, there is a need for learners to understand the difference between vector graphics and raster graphics. </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcmqd7DX4tj3-scj0GYb24doqwl0iFatV27RfnHl_Sz_YJ22rn9ahJPgz1kdXzdzLeUa1LHb6AcH2DrXLEvDM9xMI0QQy5-a0ym0rVPU_eD_YHYlP4J7W_crHx25a3TE9vSen9sKzXqAfqfyVfvQZFYFyA-SdxmxJ4EvyNYaDA4z3W7xi9MLFnOay9PptW/s960/Create%20Vector%20Graphics%20with%20%20Cuttle.xyz%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcmqd7DX4tj3-scj0GYb24doqwl0iFatV27RfnHl_Sz_YJ22rn9ahJPgz1kdXzdzLeUa1LHb6AcH2DrXLEvDM9xMI0QQy5-a0ym0rVPU_eD_YHYlP4J7W_crHx25a3TE9vSen9sKzXqAfqfyVfvQZFYFyA-SdxmxJ4EvyNYaDA4z3W7xi9MLFnOay9PptW/w640-h480/Create%20Vector%20Graphics%20with%20%20Cuttle.xyz%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b>What are Vector Graphics? </b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Vector graphics are made up of lines and curves defined by mathematical formulas rather than pixels - Common vector graphic formats include SVG, EPS, AI, PDF </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">.Vector Graphics are resolution independent; they can scale to any size without losing quality. They have a very small file size and load quickly on websites. They contain mathematical data that can be used to fabricate physical objects with laser cutters, electronic cutting machines, CNC machines, and 3D printer.</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b>What are Raster Graphic?</b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Raster graphics are made up of a grid of pixels. Common raster formats include JPEG, PNG, GIF. They are very common and great for photo-realistic images. You can engrave raster images, but raster files cannot be cut.</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Here is an example of raster and vector graphics</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-7987d5a6-7fff-1456-8ffd-380fc63987c3"><img height="373" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/sx_4ulpFa607hy5ZzqhWT8R7-3ZssbFydWx6GsHKpYHJ5QSxGuqfeueXvz5A-AVOOpl7AdLM6o5gufwk_ki_-PopJYWkefP-cx7OQ1wgG74tk-_KiNaLmz44Sd8V5PtcJT2Q5ujoVq_BdHYtnWdrzye6QQ=w640-h373" width="640" /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Professional software used to create Vector Graphics, such as Adobe Illustrator and Corel Draw, is often not availableto K12 students and teachers who want to create their own designs with maker tools. </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Most schools needs design tools that </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">1) are affordable</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">2) work on Chromebooks</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">3) have a signed student data privacy agreement</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Here are some options that can work for learners who want to design vector graphics that can be used in projects that use electronic cutters (i.e. Cricut or Silhouette), laser cutters, 3D printers, or large format printers.</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Option 1: Search for and download an SVG graphic from the web.</span></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"> Download an SVG file from web collection of vector graphic. My favorite is <a href="https://thenounproject.com/">The Noun Project. </a> If you create a login you can download SVG files and use them with attribution. <br />They have a paid option with teacher discounts for those who would like to use the files without attribution. </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJ0Qrg8LnVhXTHbvk-p5kgCl07ELWwAGGLzXHgnTD4QeuKnu1FZk1RoDBa9fzosGTKiOIxGcZB5un85z0UsYPvpneTjQLmdgH1vHm9WMDspK4Wti_M1MeW2HrucDKJP0YjyQmxBtquah4D_Q8vXsxsmGSdmsYyUi5x_MYxsYSmancQQdqZAz4Uz2TX_Wx7" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1202" data-original-width="2006" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJ0Qrg8LnVhXTHbvk-p5kgCl07ELWwAGGLzXHgnTD4QeuKnu1FZk1RoDBa9fzosGTKiOIxGcZB5un85z0UsYPvpneTjQLmdgH1vHm9WMDspK4Wti_M1MeW2HrucDKJP0YjyQmxBtquah4D_Q8vXsxsmGSdmsYyUi5x_MYxsYSmancQQdqZAz4Uz2TX_Wx7" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjeJdIJ4GQRbbxIoR7FbNOENL4rqDz6MigMidTJ4gyrw7kBHCAotxOlcU1qz0wYV2Mo5Vr3_aa3Pd6vMhMZ99EuUAeRS6ilyGz87RV3V5ojZm8FLvv4UAoKHcOs2PZTRsnWjsEIxEsBRJqPzo9UdbHtN4pKDHd8hHmLxQDzVeJnK1GeyyXjk77lqMz4IgMl" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1108" data-original-width="2274" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjeJdIJ4GQRbbxIoR7FbNOENL4rqDz6MigMidTJ4gyrw7kBHCAotxOlcU1qz0wYV2Mo5Vr3_aa3Pd6vMhMZ99EuUAeRS6ilyGz87RV3V5ojZm8FLvv4UAoKHcOs2PZTRsnWjsEIxEsBRJqPzo9UdbHtN4pKDHd8hHmLxQDzVeJnK1GeyyXjk77lqMz4IgMl" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Option 2: Use an SVG converstion site to convert raster graphics into Vector Graphics.</span></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"> Design or find a graphic file using one of many common tools that can save as a PNG or JPG. Upload it to a site such as PICSVG.org and convert the file to an SVG. </p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg3Epn5KrEdJM6kt83eUle7LMwr3OWbBlTT2a1mdouW7ouuMqgYGXKF4xzFOn7IQ6BnUKnK_1gQhOkrVtJ3u05IMt42GkfqpAQtS3V2426ywsmOvPWPweSpLTIQr-T2_BxnPBOJ50iyv__9PNzMCjwCloe6-_Yt-T9YgfE26JQS2B6tDXRYeVxXp-yjE8v1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1728" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg3Epn5KrEdJM6kt83eUle7LMwr3OWbBlTT2a1mdouW7ouuMqgYGXKF4xzFOn7IQ6BnUKnK_1gQhOkrVtJ3u05IMt42GkfqpAQtS3V2426ywsmOvPWPweSpLTIQr-T2_BxnPBOJ50iyv__9PNzMCjwCloe6-_Yt-T9YgfE26JQS2B6tDXRYeVxXp-yjE8v1=w640-h364" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Option 3: Use Google Slides or Google Draw to create a SIMPLE SVG graphic.</span></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">UseWord Art and Shapes to create a simple SVG Graphic. (Unfortunately you cannot merge overlapping shapes, but there is a lot you can create with simple shapes and many fonts you can use with Word Art)<br /><br />Use the instructions in<a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bhN0I9sDYUrj-BwuA9KXoVo97WBm6aZNrpFxsSPMCos/edit#slide=id.g245b9dfded0_0_710"> Slides 19 -33 to complete Challenge 1</a> below</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmScaNxJvpBByagExk1eLczofXjSwgw4XcyykaB8G5mrZy6TkLDLoUV1KlczHVxmhStLnnjtXc9PNJPoptpPNQIkxAyCNXfuCwxlSiQQcE78oPmrWIAen9zVs9tuBiw_4Nk9HXhez0vYu0aa8aOuA5gAgWUe2Eq4Y0Fb5AK_aepSQ1ANmUZQfiRP1QjQ7A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="798" data-original-width="1722" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmScaNxJvpBByagExk1eLczofXjSwgw4XcyykaB8G5mrZy6TkLDLoUV1KlczHVxmhStLnnjtXc9PNJPoptpPNQIkxAyCNXfuCwxlSiQQcE78oPmrWIAen9zVs9tuBiw_4Nk9HXhez0vYu0aa8aOuA5gAgWUe2Eq4Y0Fb5AK_aepSQ1ANmUZQfiRP1QjQ7A=w640-h296" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Combine Options 1, 2, 3 above</span></b><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bhN0I9sDYUrj-BwuA9KXoVo97WBm6aZNrpFxsSPMCos/edit#slide=id.g174efd7a8a1_0_1" target="_blank">Use Slides 34 - 61 to complete Challenge 2 Below. </a><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSNIIg-zZEYOa5m0Eb2e5KsrinrCTRHDcHvAtBDrwZvgcO0koNT1OhB2Br-LmOqw8mCdsqWjMqWxNSD5qP0r7iNWRFGUYOSfNuizhDmCBPIsYi2WDCe8cGmz-2dEEuEVsqImFdJS_6Ql1z6dcumf9QEBQv09Ym3i16oUZboFPfEnzi238BL0Il0pN3mfkX" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="914" data-original-width="1738" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSNIIg-zZEYOa5m0Eb2e5KsrinrCTRHDcHvAtBDrwZvgcO0koNT1OhB2Br-LmOqw8mCdsqWjMqWxNSD5qP0r7iNWRFGUYOSfNuizhDmCBPIsYi2WDCe8cGmz-2dEEuEVsqImFdJS_6Ql1z6dcumf9QEBQv09Ym3i16oUZboFPfEnzi238BL0Il0pN3mfkX=w640-h336" width="640" /></a></span></b></div><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span></b><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Option 4: Use a cloud based vector design program like Cuttle.xyz </span></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcU8knnmVB0mMNB_iDGyBqgcUugylS8M26q4-vuHtWkSasTxYBNfcmXK6vf64biz3fFBWILYQ7onFinBA0Ew7IreWuOo1D5sluIewgRiDD1Q61NvZhdvAmm2Zgd6VSp-N_4kCLYfjijTaSXby1Cc5y0MEalz3GOIXJwZb92uNZXch1aIfVGuvp09BNox6/s960/Create%20Vector%20Graphics%20with%20%20Cuttle.xyz.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcU8knnmVB0mMNB_iDGyBqgcUugylS8M26q4-vuHtWkSasTxYBNfcmXK6vf64biz3fFBWILYQ7onFinBA0Ew7IreWuOo1D5sluIewgRiDD1Q61NvZhdvAmm2Zgd6VSp-N_4kCLYfjijTaSXby1Cc5y0MEalz3GOIXJwZb92uNZXch1aIfVGuvp09BNox6/w640-h480/Create%20Vector%20Graphics%20with%20%20Cuttle.xyz.png" width="640" /></a></b></div><b><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1N9pxaTvgWYmsdZKgSQAq6oCb6mXF-K3ss7ZTOkljTYg/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Try creating an artifact using Cuttle.xyz using parts of this slide deck</a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;">Play with some Cuttle Templates such as this <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Name-Snowflake-Ornament-5HKNEddwMGMR" target="_blank">SnowFlake Name Template</a><br /><br /></p><div style="text-align: center;"><img height="364px;" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/zoRd-HGBVyglJM_FH1kKCjs9h7OGZagH2epef36ep0A1DUb29Me1jgzTjub5aHAoL5CyjGc0ES4m7aysVyV2Uj-avgCq402n_rDs-dQm_KX8jVzLHKlaXXN9KvycJqxWOdU23zLU9bd9ErmI6YFbWjH4Gw=s2048" width="429px;" /></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Option 5: Use an AI Text to SVG generator </span></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"> AI Text to SVG generators are starting to evolve. <br />GlowForge Subscription model has one built in.</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"> Here are a couple I've tried (see me - if you want to try it during my session)</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpNiAtaH_sjyzbV_LCeSmsYqPqpklVTbM-IAu9uIaOBTlXcVtQo6sH26sHTYiFHy-jj19MLEdRQ4VSpTQZkBpeUhjxX5aRlj9UQzTl2BpPW3-s2MflwVHVoy0IO9hszYMt_xcXLecWqKFGR9S_TZlhyXUOyz2IkGC5wn6vO0Axut2jJP6w39MfLTmi79RC" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><span><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;"><br /></p></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-8016127958227978682023-11-01T06:31:00.002-07:002023-11-01T06:31:18.598-07:00Full STEAM ahead at Vermontfest 2023<p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlTJ_Hi1XINk1fEnywkX5R04wRyd3riQPwaZ5gba1C_VkUiP7KNkMfzHiMsUwEI2JVzJBzm-uyXA9u5IJPgFMym5sKo8k2zoHI0RRX5e2NVEq-EIPj7TtXWcZd9CBR3PBE1ezpvuvlUayFWvx5aQEqbDZNIc7z2EozdZhdw8KtCBKVpJzlXF53kTyYceou/s2000/vtfest%20steam.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlTJ_Hi1XINk1fEnywkX5R04wRyd3riQPwaZ5gba1C_VkUiP7KNkMfzHiMsUwEI2JVzJBzm-uyXA9u5IJPgFMym5sKo8k2zoHI0RRX5e2NVEq-EIPj7TtXWcZd9CBR3PBE1ezpvuvlUayFWvx5aQEqbDZNIc7z2EozdZhdw8KtCBKVpJzlXF53kTyYceou/s320/vtfest%20steam.png" width="247" /></a></div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">Did you see all the STEAM related events at VermontFest.</span><p></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">If you know anyone who is involved with Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, Mathematics or STEAM in any way at your school - have them check out the lineup of <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://vita-learn.org/vermontfest/schedule/&source=gmail&ust=1698764941248000&usg=AOvVaw2JzLYu8PMKKOulOwnnvQGT" href="https://vita-learn.org/vermontfest/schedule/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">STEAM related sessions at Vermontfest</a></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">AOE will share their NEW STEAM Framework</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">followed by a round table session filled with educators who are interested in networking around STEAM or makerspaces</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">And lots of STEAM related sessions featuring robotics - from using LEGO Spike robots with young learners to playing with Edison Robots to advanced HS robotics </div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">and for those of you who like hands on sessions - check out the six Make and Take experiences - where the room will be set up with six centers for self -exploration and a series of 30 minute guided experiences in each of the STEAM disciplines + computer science.</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">and of course, AI and computer science sessions fall in line with the STEAM theme.</div><br /><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">And don't forget the STEAM coming from Vermont's best outdoor hot tub experience! </div><div style="background-color: white; 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(Spike Essential/Spike Prime Kits) with Faith Horton</span></p><p><b id="docs-internal-guid-bf2f45dc-7fff-3c6b-8b99-a5dea965c51d" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">11:30 STEAM: AOE Framework Introduced with Lisa Bresler </span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1:30 STEAM Educators RoundTable with Christina Smith and Lucie deLaBruere</span><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /><br /></span></p><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2:30 The Power of Play; Letting student explore and play with Edison Robots with Jess VanOrman</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><b style="font-family: Times; font-size: x-large; white-space-collapse: collapse;">Friday November 3, 2023</b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">8:00 Make and Take STEAM Experience (1 of 3) - Science and Engineering with Kathy Fechter and Meredith Wade</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><b id="docs-internal-guid-2573dbd0-7fff-ca4a-de58-3a3cfe2cd378" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">8:00 Robotics are STEAMing their way into the classroom and afterschool programs! (Tags: STEAM)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Scott McCalla</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial,sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 14pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">9:00 FIRST Robotics Exposition with Scott McCalla</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; 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But at Bethel Elementary School, ELA teacher, Ms. Kathy Fechter, and her students used their STEAM projects to practice and grow proficiency in skills from their <b>Language Arts</b> curriculum. </p><p>Ms. Fechter was introduced to the Stanford d.school Design Thinking Process at Create Make Learn Summer Institute and knew she wanted to teach her students how to use design thinking to become proficient with <a href="https://education.vermont.gov/sites/aoe/files/documents/edu-proficiency-based-education-transferable-skills-creative-and-practical-problem-solving-task-model.pdf">creative and practical problem solving</a> one of 5 <span style="color: #38761d;"><a href="https://education.vermont.gov/student-learning/proficiency-based-learning/transferable-skills">Transferable Skills from the Vermont Agency of Education</a>). </span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-small;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhIK90S4TU0wGO3shkoU9b_J3hgs3n79keoqozaobwCXIQFXGMev4iVuCqMck2Wg3eFjRtq6u5kuaW_jmpTa6HdJc1rXfkRmq46PuIDSEym4T9PCuDFXTGxd4RhIrI-ehspjU0sRhbj-2guSSY6V7PQVCx9vjdI1ntYicgA3FiLLeIeSHCRUtvRiYRV-4wZ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="397" data-original-width="700" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhIK90S4TU0wGO3shkoU9b_J3hgs3n79keoqozaobwCXIQFXGMev4iVuCqMck2Wg3eFjRtq6u5kuaW_jmpTa6HdJc1rXfkRmq46PuIDSEym4T9PCuDFXTGxd4RhIrI-ehspjU0sRhbj-2guSSY6V7PQVCx9vjdI1ntYicgA3FiLLeIeSHCRUtvRiYRV-4wZ=w640-h362" width="640" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /><br /></span><p></p><div>Ms. Fechter adapted <a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57c6b79629687fde090a0fdd/t/58ac88a429687fbaf4a81d09/1487702181436/FoilChallenge.pdf"> this Create an Eating Tool Challenge</a> for her 4th and 5th grade students which proved to be an engaging way to introduce students to Design Thinking. Not only did the process integrate science and engineering standards, it also integrated English Language Arts skills such as writing, speaking and listening. </div><div><br /></div><div>The<b> Empathy stage of Design Thinking </b>provided opportunities for students to practice active listening as they interviewed a partner to learn more about their favorite foods and challenges that occur when eating this food. The students used the information they gathered to <b>Define the problem </b>they wanted to solve based on the user's needs. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGgmI1DaFS399XDt89Yz80KZWyThe2g2TPbSrBmVhH2Y3Zlpovei-h46u-2ZBLnljD4KTK_ZurtIGy18VUQOwz-2Qq5-44zITJOOhvIJGaPrtL53nRq1w4O3qq7pUOOf9xlIapx4n-4YvLN5VHB7j53zjkb2NqBP7UXDOnbaqKT5L42uUsLrjw2wTGVYhF" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="1280" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGgmI1DaFS399XDt89Yz80KZWyThe2g2TPbSrBmVhH2Y3Zlpovei-h46u-2ZBLnljD4KTK_ZurtIGy18VUQOwz-2Qq5-44zITJOOhvIJGaPrtL53nRq1w4O3qq7pUOOf9xlIapx4n-4YvLN5VHB7j53zjkb2NqBP7UXDOnbaqKT5L42uUsLrjw2wTGVYhF=w640-h332" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /></div><div>The students began to <b>Ideate </b>by sketching 3-4 possible ideas for an invention that would address the challenge. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwd32KETBnIHOpxioUw2FB6C7B26I9IGDkXXEk9h79CZbEln3PVt4_bE6J7IPWAAzNDgALg7JGlltq9bp_p9TZwxSEgdQ4nK_jQQJRbbe6ebpXLs-KbcTPbmnEZ4FezkTwyL4tJG_KgtmEMqZ5-6dtzfdMJmSehSyjoFl5gRjkLMRYIbARMtWfmWDQ0QgZ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="76" data-original-width="1252" height="19" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwd32KETBnIHOpxioUw2FB6C7B26I9IGDkXXEk9h79CZbEln3PVt4_bE6J7IPWAAzNDgALg7JGlltq9bp_p9TZwxSEgdQ4nK_jQQJRbbe6ebpXLs-KbcTPbmnEZ4FezkTwyL4tJG_KgtmEMqZ5-6dtzfdMJmSehSyjoFl5gRjkLMRYIbARMtWfmWDQ0QgZ" width="320" /></a></div><br />In the next stage of Design Thinking, Bethel students used cardboard, tape, and recyclables to create a <b>Prototype</b> for an invention that would meet the needs of their user. </div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiml1U8kYgZvC7uFSn2QOB4hGnseKP7h1dEEupAZIEiqOd_ZL4kB5IcPk5TnqImC7k7lTL0jg1Llrec1mbqygl6pd69-70Gzi713zUQ4pee5oJY6ogov5CsIBs5NVAqmPk-h2oZ2YzIF034CLmcQEs147dMi1uwMcrf8Auh76lgyAugURcLNgnKKkSnCKWq/s960/V2%20Design%20Thinking%20Journal%20Reflection%20Bethel.png" style="clear: right; 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font-size: large; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span><p></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><blockquote><b><i></i></b></blockquote><blockquote><blockquote><b><i>Can you identify the Vermont Transferrable Skills that </i></b></blockquote><blockquote><b><i>these Bethel Elementary students practiced during their project?</i></b></blockquote></blockquote></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://education.vermont.gov/sites/aoe/files/documents/edu-proficiency-based-education-transferable-skills-clear-and-effective-communication-scoring-criteria_0.docx"><span style="color: #38761d;">Clear and Effective Communication Performance Indicators</span></a><br /><span style="font-size: small; text-align: start;">(More info: </span><a href="https://education.vermont.gov/student-learning/proficiency-based-learning/transferable-skills" style="font-size: small; text-align: start; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #274e13; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Transferable Skills | Vermont Agency of Education</span></a><span style="font-size: small; text-align: start;">). </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><ul><li style="text-align: left;">I can demonstrate organized and purposeful communication.</li><li style="text-align: left;">Use evidence and logic appropriately in communication.</li><li style="text-align: left;">Integrate information gathered from active speaking and listening.</li><li style="text-align: left;">Adjust communication based on the audience, context, and purpose.</li><li style="text-align: left;">Demonstrate effective expressions and receptive communication, including oral, written, multi-media, and performance.</li><li style="text-align: left;">Use technology to further enhance and disseminate communication. </li><li style="text-align: left;">Collaborate effectively and respectfully.</li></ul></div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://education.vermont.gov/sites/aoe/files/documents/edu-proficiency-based-education-transferable-skills-creative-and-practical-problem-solving-task-model.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="color: #38761d;">Performance Indicators for Creative and Practical Problem Solving</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">(More info: </span><a href="https://education.vermont.gov/student-learning/proficiency-based-learning/transferable-skills" style="font-size: small; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #274e13; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Transferable Skills | Vermont Agency of Education</span></a><span style="font-size: small;">). </span></div><div> <div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Observe and evaluate situations in order to define problems. </li><li>Frame questions, make predictions, and design data collection and analysis strategies. </li><li>Identify patterns, trends, and relationships that apply to solutions. </li><li>Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize evidence, arguments, claims, and beliefs. </li><li>Generate a variety of solutions, use evidence to build a case for best responses, critically evaluate the
effectiveness of responses, and repeat that process to generate alternate solutions. </li><li>Identify opportunities for innovation and collaboration. </li><li>Use a range of tools, including technology, to solve problems. </li><li>Persist in solving challenging problems and learn from failure.</li></ul></div><div><p></p></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-11515809635030106732023-09-27T04:29:00.004-07:002023-09-27T04:29:38.814-07:00Adding the X-Tool M1 to my mobile makerspace<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://blog.livinglearningmobile.com/2013/10/frost-on-pumpkin.html" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="" data-original-height="1364" data-original-width="1568" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLFFJ8U8nqn-6c4-RBL6m4_NAdNM9t3HTL-NUUTWlqdmPzT1pWwMtuuyaTsMjz7Dl-e7AN21dKmNOGdzWbU72jFOySMQumiFLHhsIDz7dWiROtsCf9bO0yAl76zHFTHiTsgCsQxXT-qIGVE2c41Y4IC6tHUjcGoR-kGt9AJzEabgCKBzHmnbu9O3AZH0E5=w320-h279" width="320" /></a></div>As many of you know, my mobile makerspace has been a very big part of the way I live, learn, and teach. It's been <a href="http://blog.livinglearningmobile.com/2013/10/" target="_blank">10 years since we gave up our apartment and moved into our 1983 BlueBird Bus. </a> Although Covid and loosing both of my parents last year brought about some changes, we continue to have a very mobile lifestyle. This requires constantly thinking about how my mobile makerspace can support learning through creating and making. For about a year now I've been keeping an eye on a new maker tool that seemed to have potential in a mobile makerspace by X-Tool. This week I bit the bullet and ordered the <a href="https://www.xtool.com/collections/machine/products/pre-order-xtool-m1-worlds-first-desktop-hybrid-laser-blade-cutting-machine" target="_blank">X-Tool M1 - a hybrid laser cutter and blade cutting machine. </a><p></p><p><br /><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLgqi7n0YSWy39Th1Dl_fs7xZktJi4xcjuQh1Vne5TPEJp3gvkFhQcDhysV8Fi4s421goF_TOjgdiuer7BiDWXf92IuOqBEslM-80Lati0j8Xu6a_rxe5HZXzJOVCIBQwTVV25R-M2qvfPm4G5n7g5yehl0YwZkp5FnN08O0H9GPx6mJGRN0ecmr1wB4GV" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="167" data-original-width="301" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLgqi7n0YSWy39Th1Dl_fs7xZktJi4xcjuQh1Vne5TPEJp3gvkFhQcDhysV8Fi4s421goF_TOjgdiuer7BiDWXf92IuOqBEslM-80Lati0j8Xu6a_rxe5HZXzJOVCIBQwTVV25R-M2qvfPm4G5n7g5yehl0YwZkp5FnN08O0H9GPx6mJGRN0ecmr1wB4GV=w640-h356" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>If you're curious about this machine, I invite you to follow my journey as I explore my new maker-tool, share my thoughts and questions, and try out some projects with my new maker tool. <p></p><p>Let me start with just a few thoughts about why and how I chose to add this maker tool to my mobile makerspace. </p><p>First of all I really like my GlowForge C02 laser which I <a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2018/02/makers-on-move-adopting-our-glowforge_9.html" target="_blank">adopted while traveling through the southwestern deserts in 2018. </a> It still works for me and it has been moved around (A LOT). It will continue to be my go-to laser cutter, but I felt like I needed a more mobile fabrication tool for on location use such as teaching a workshop on making where a laser cutter was a small part of many options for learning through creating and making. I also saw a need for a mobile mobile machine that could add possibilities to a project based learning experiences in a school. I could imagine prototyping an idea onsite and getting quick feedback as you test your idea. And then there's the fact that I continue to move back and forth between different locations and moving my Glowforge with me has been possible, but not always practical. These thoughts has me keeping an eye on a more mobile solution like the X-Tools. </p><p>But just as I was considering making the X-Tool purchase, Glowforge came out with a similar machine - <a href="https://shop.glowforge.com/products/glowforge-aura?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=&utm_campaign=WP-Standard_Shopping-Brand_Buy-US&hsa_acc=6401402173&hsa_cam=20513485592&hsa_grp=153101734076&hsa_ad=672498184946&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=aud-1834952342072:pla-2188187587601&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpc-oBhCGARIsAH6ote8ejp0PijtIYqDGfBa1FPK9dT_O7j8C5jH99ZcQhkyfukh8v4Y_c5IaAsTdEALw_wcB" target="_blank">The GlowForge Aura - craft laser</a>. I must admit deciding between the two was not easy. I joined a few Facebook groups of users of both the XTool M-1 and the Glowforge Aura and listened to members share their success and challenges. I watched several YouTube videos and online articles that compared them. </p><p>Although both machines could have met my needs, I was swayed to purchase the X-Tool M-1 for a few different reasons. </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>I felt like it would give me insight into more than one company and I might be able to share my experience with both these companies to teachers and students who are looking at entry level laser cutter. </li><li>I liked that the XTools did not need WIFI to operate the machine. Getting a laser cutter on a school network is not always easy, especially if you are a guest teacher and not part of the staff. I've also tried to make projects in locations that don't have wifi access at all. I liked the idea of learning new software that was not subscription based</li><li>I liked that the software was free to download and did not require a subscription for features that allowed you to make small changes to a design, especially the ability to combine shapes by subtracting and or merging compound shapes.</li><li>I liked the fact that I could cut vinyl and potentially show up to a training with one tool (instead of two). </li><li>I was also intrigued by some of the accessories such as the rotary cutter or the risers.</li></ul><div>Before making my final decision, I watched <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGQ3EoOw15ja7rsuREGbYq2qudG7rozK3&si=fANZFZikj0PR8gu8" target="_blank">a great series of video of Monkey Woodworks learning about and documenting his learning about laser cutting using the X-Tool M1.</a> I loved the integrity and transparency behind this series and would highly recommend them. The pace was great and the explanations were helpful. </div><div><br /></div><div>There were some things I was concerned about such as the speed of the machine, and 10 watt power limitation. or the fact that cutting clear acrylic or certain colors doesn't work with a diode laser cutter, but I always had my GlowForge C02 laser when I needed more speed, more power, or selected materials. But I'll be sure to share how I worked through these constraints as I learn more about the XTool M1 - which just arrived today! </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnzml8oHToU1T9moJc5Uk1OdPcbs5eN76hNmg1Um4K8z8rbGku-2IPogPdoxMJTXML1etohIHroxM1nZA96r3eFVeZgA9fRDh-iuVgabPMAnTv_6tB6VfUcNb2_d9zTZxlD6cpFlnEuY_hGpYbNcoNOd-htXHjH99tZuQnZkqyrtrzLGj5mcbD6naIFAmy" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1400" data-original-width="1050" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnzml8oHToU1T9moJc5Uk1OdPcbs5eN76hNmg1Um4K8z8rbGku-2IPogPdoxMJTXML1etohIHroxM1nZA96r3eFVeZgA9fRDh-iuVgabPMAnTv_6tB6VfUcNb2_d9zTZxlD6cpFlnEuY_hGpYbNcoNOd-htXHjH99tZuQnZkqyrtrzLGj5mcbD6naIFAmy=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Stay tuned for more learning! </div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-13893083497411065282023-08-10T08:03:00.004-07:002023-08-10T08:17:59.125-07:00FabLabs in Paris (Part 1)<p> A couple weeks ago, I arrived in Paris, and have enjoyed discovering the city, with my husband, Craig. </p><p>The first few days we had the privilege of having our five year old grandson and his parents (my son and daughter in law) with us, so we sought out experiences that a 5 year old would also enjoy. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHZYrXrIEyz6-1QnbrpTnw2cEDP4oTjoP4HDfOiBtUxfio18ZAOKfbo-OgDo6JY9eCymzWjlteMxXnVjwmxU2vm1r1s5SS2LDfDy2HL8ekHnxoNXnKFSXoxkNiXK-rP2eWhwO9vI6UydYeU8P_iRdE9uzmH92zIuslP_8zlMKEnUX3Ejiek_6jm6GahifO/s2046/IMG_2988-COLLAGE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2046" data-original-width="2046" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHZYrXrIEyz6-1QnbrpTnw2cEDP4oTjoP4HDfOiBtUxfio18ZAOKfbo-OgDo6JY9eCymzWjlteMxXnVjwmxU2vm1r1s5SS2LDfDy2HL8ekHnxoNXnKFSXoxkNiXK-rP2eWhwO9vI6UydYeU8P_iRdE9uzmH92zIuslP_8zlMKEnUX3Ejiek_6jm6GahifO/w640-h640/IMG_2988-COLLAGE.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The next few days, Craig and I continued to explore museums, sacred places, gardens, art galleries, eateries, hot chocolate shops, neighborhoods, and "FAB LABS".</p><p>I put FAB LAB in quotes, because I started to refer to these as maker spaces, but learned that the word maker space usually refers to 'for profit' ventures, while Fab Labs tend to refer to non profit spaces who reinvest any profits back into the vision of creating a culture or community of makers learning and collaborating together. Fab Labs in Paris belong to a network of Fab Labs each with their own culture and purpose. </p><p>Our first visit was quite serendipitous. We were visiting le Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie (a wonderful science museum) in Paris. We noticed the word "Fab Lab" on some of the signage. After our visit to the Robot Exhibit, the Bio-Inspire Exhibits, and other exhibits, we decided to see if we could find the "Fab Lab". Every staff member we asked gave us a puzzled look. Eventually we ended up in the basement "Level -1" and spotted the<a href=" https://www.cite-sciences.fr/fr/au-programme/lieux-ressources/carrefour-numerique2/fab-lab" target="_blank"> Fab Lab Door in area named "Carrefour Numerique</a>" . You do not have to purchase a ticket to the museum to access the spaces on the lower (-1 Floor). </p><p>Unfortunately the Fab Lab was closed for a training and we were told it would be open to the public again tomorrow afternoon. But just looking at all the maker projects on display from the outside was enough to leave me feel inspired as a maker educators. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLjmKvuKhQogo8tAvq96x5S2NhzOR_xkk_9UEn_bdgEHPGdVZIiUusqKubRs9ZRnVQC5yELHcdw9l8uXFGKuvDdrsXaJuvOLer2TFgHmoXfuBJIvDpywcA_Swf1QSTPPU8cQs25O46N3QOXMlY3NrReLHwB5DRyCVES0UmndaKlJIA10f7N7LwACqhR9KP/s4032/IMG_3355.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLjmKvuKhQogo8tAvq96x5S2NhzOR_xkk_9UEn_bdgEHPGdVZIiUusqKubRs9ZRnVQC5yELHcdw9l8uXFGKuvDdrsXaJuvOLer2TFgHmoXfuBJIvDpywcA_Swf1QSTPPU8cQs25O46N3QOXMlY3NrReLHwB5DRyCVES0UmndaKlJIA10f7N7LwACqhR9KP/s320/IMG_3355.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Fab Lab was closed for a private event or training.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /></div></div><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh_q1-aIzd6exV0MD-V_xbnZamavK1Yy6a30ph8OfQ-sO85qNs4p_ylDJmR8Tbf4eryHSpFJPtjmyMXK_TnSCZCuokSoL52ys1OUQS3DoZE_BFcBRYl6XF-ljKBMrc8BcDEmZhZrBD8ZkiMYmKSpyeCiwVY6BWeHCmR54Uuv7Unsmh0FbJrKqVQUt57bXr/s4032/IMG_3328%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh_q1-aIzd6exV0MD-V_xbnZamavK1Yy6a30ph8OfQ-sO85qNs4p_ylDJmR8Tbf4eryHSpFJPtjmyMXK_TnSCZCuokSoL52ys1OUQS3DoZE_BFcBRYl6XF-ljKBMrc8BcDEmZhZrBD8ZkiMYmKSpyeCiwVY6BWeHCmR54Uuv7Unsmh0FbJrKqVQUt57bXr/s320/IMG_3328%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The projects on display and visible from outside the locked door were inspiring.<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p>I could tell from the projects visible in the display case outside the locked door, that this is a place where I would enjoy to spend time learning, creating, and making. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisua4O-9F-W940X_UIMuHv0p7kCONF1A8mbi96T4TmHYJ2nIeAReUjFcF9Wr17yPn6MqmPlaPKghqFEpUrxoGcosEMC4_lV86ke8Sftdq1e6ljCXHDlTDq5qz1coM9f8CTAACqJloTvoaLTETK3_0MlftXF1pXRL6I-yytq-G6K5GPcXpuYPLT73IAzaFq/s2047/IMG_3329-COLLAGE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2047" data-original-width="2047" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisua4O-9F-W940X_UIMuHv0p7kCONF1A8mbi96T4TmHYJ2nIeAReUjFcF9Wr17yPn6MqmPlaPKghqFEpUrxoGcosEMC4_lV86ke8Sftdq1e6ljCXHDlTDq5qz1coM9f8CTAACqJloTvoaLTETK3_0MlftXF1pXRL6I-yytq-G6K5GPcXpuYPLT73IAzaFq/w640-h640/IMG_3329-COLLAGE.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So of course I came back the next day, and was greeted by Francois who gave me a a tour and lots of information about the space. Since the info was in French, I'm not sure I understood all the details correctly, but here were some take-aways.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">First of all the Fab LAB is open to everyone at NO Cost! <br />But its open hours are limited. At the time I visited, here were the open hours. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Lato, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #212529; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">The FabLab is open to everyone :</span><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: Lato, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;" /><span face="Lato, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #212529; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">Tuesday ->Thursday 15h ->18h30</span><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: Lato, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;" /><span face="Lato, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #212529; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">Friday / Saturday 14h -> 18h30</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Other days are reserved for private events, for maintaining the tools, and for training of staff. <br />You can <a href="https://www.cite-sciences.fr/fr/au-programme/lieux-ressources/carrefour-numerique2/fab-lab" target="_blank">learn more about the hours and how to participate on their website</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's mission seemed focus on raising awareness and understanding of the maker movement through </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> (1) TRAINING: Learning how the tools work</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> (2) EMPOWERMENT: Getting certified that you are ready to use the tools independently</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> (3) CREATING: Booking slots to prototype, experiment, and create.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I found the strategy that you are not allowed to BOOK more than one slot at a time, but you can book your next slots after you have completed each slot you book an interesting strategy. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was obvious from the centers set up that this space was focused on fabrication tools. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I loved that the embroidery center was so prominent. I was surprised to learn that this center attracts more men than women. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjivLKrQR4jfvaareoB8lgIChXZi53K9OjhZia-kYGb5A017Qjv3j2fQ12eK7MFVuwGZwk5Yos-QA-6JqQ-W5Bqyvv1G87NNPKPTnMdaTPs6qdSMpKb6GtEuKWMQgVNS3Z6Zpl3kx80kvLNqQchZTqRmWxAXWg2thEBuwoBv7GiOoPt8PAZ6JL3IGe4U2id/s2046/IMG_3399-COLLAGE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2046" data-original-width="2046" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjivLKrQR4jfvaareoB8lgIChXZi53K9OjhZia-kYGb5A017Qjv3j2fQ12eK7MFVuwGZwk5Yos-QA-6JqQ-W5Bqyvv1G87NNPKPTnMdaTPs6qdSMpKb6GtEuKWMQgVNS3Z6Zpl3kx80kvLNqQchZTqRmWxAXWg2thEBuwoBv7GiOoPt8PAZ6JL3IGe4U2id/w640-h640/IMG_3399-COLLAGE.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The FabLab tools also included vinyl cutters and heat presses which allow for multiple approaches to work with textile. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Of course the space provided access to several tools for laser cutting and 3D printing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1BjRRhDiTEgqfij4UHozth3HjUUBsBcQVY4YFMtmPY230iU97H7MVwGfv7UmLyVDIKvlxwr4DsgAPJOWrgct1JfI5Sap_qxQOvwFdScxFATI_8tVcEy7dGwXKK7Ba5K5BTkcqOEYdSRa9N31Xvp5_l8ZwXf3bwoTqaTsImSGnAD85UTXSn-Z6vsW3OQFH/s4032/IMG_3405.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1BjRRhDiTEgqfij4UHozth3HjUUBsBcQVY4YFMtmPY230iU97H7MVwGfv7UmLyVDIKvlxwr4DsgAPJOWrgct1JfI5Sap_qxQOvwFdScxFATI_8tVcEy7dGwXKK7Ba5K5BTkcqOEYdSRa9N31Xvp5_l8ZwXf3bwoTqaTsImSGnAD85UTXSn-Z6vsW3OQFH/s320/IMG_3405.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the way out I spotted that someone was experimenting with 3D printing<br />on mesh which is something I've wanted to experiment with and right in line with all theme of working with textile that I saw in this space. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixfU8kUqNLvDNXbHXznG9mYaw2qXUt5Kzseu56g529Y-MwPPDEe-VvF5ry41pni6Tlfy3Fz45hyRszTRtf4rhLTF4ytmrkdY-oXRcB-mRJsvPoBIH6lgKbgl_mh_yp7eSIkymnzp-MR9sBcHsCqS97yJGPAw8PDFeUaF5wL9TBJ9GR91qnWLpkDexk-c-X/s4032/IMG_3409.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixfU8kUqNLvDNXbHXznG9mYaw2qXUt5Kzseu56g529Y-MwPPDEe-VvF5ry41pni6Tlfy3Fz45hyRszTRtf4rhLTF4ytmrkdY-oXRcB-mRJsvPoBIH6lgKbgl_mh_yp7eSIkymnzp-MR9sBcHsCqS97yJGPAw8PDFeUaF5wL9TBJ9GR91qnWLpkDexk-c-X/s320/IMG_3409.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">During my conversation with Francois, I learned that this Fab Lab seemed to be a hub to several other fab labs in France. They are the main location for some of the Fab Lab network events, conferences, and maker faires. My guess is that the Cite de Science is the main funding source for keeping it staffed and keeping the lights on. What an amazing service to the community to offer a space for learning, creating, and making at no cost. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of my favorite things about maker spaces is meeting such creative people, and this visit provided a chance to learn not only about the space, but also about the maker passion of Francois creating and making skateboards customized with amazing sand art. I'm thinking I might just need to get one of these as a gift for some of my favorite skateboarders (my son and grandson). <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rysboard" target="_blank">Check them out here.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-6537153799914456492023-05-18T12:08:00.004-07:002023-05-19T14:14:03.813-07:00Make Something Meaningful with Cuttle.xyz<p> </p><p>As an edtech leader in K12, I try lots of edtech tools. And once in a while, you come across a tool that sweeps you off your feet. This year, that tool was <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a></p><p>When I first was introduced to <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a>, I immediately felt hopeful that it could end my long-time search for a great tool that students and teachers in the K12 community could use to design and create with digital cutting machines and laser cutters. The more I used <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a>, the more I became convinced that <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> belongs in every school's digital toolbox.</p><p>If you want to give it a try, stop by my session at the Dynamic Landscape conference. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTujVsBb9MXPqXQh8t7OqxZfetHkgER9jS3Y2VN0PSAXpmgIG3aXPN74TzSSS3BIOOucY78ySiz_w-d/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcokiiaKGTTaAETGi7SBW7dNyHo03aN9T7PNObN2tg_-72W64EOypj95SqiNU9G2oRzV3bgOCfHZifVVWYlNpBh1AnDEG6mwHSHbJqJ9qTm0C1XeYzMzgnMqLbbucWQZG62vChUOFsQpaAqUZbsC3lMjv91BH3gp7E3UH5GIduyRvzkDnCqZI1gR9Ddw=w400-h300" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTujVsBb9MXPqXQh8t7OqxZfetHkgER9jS3Y2VN0PSAXpmgIG3aXPN74TzSSS3BIOOucY78ySiz_w-d/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" style="background-color: #fcff01; text-align: start;" target="_blank">Slides from my Session</a></h2><br /><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">In this session we will: </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Discuss Why Cuttle?</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span face="Open Sans, sans-serif" style="color: #695d46;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Create an SVG file using Cuttle.xyz for an Identity Artifact that can be fabricated using a laser cutter, digital cutting machine, or even 3D printed.</span></span></span><br /></li><li><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Explore Cuttle’s Template Collection</span></li><li><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Brainstorm way to use Cuttle for Meaningful Making Projects</span></li><li><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Cut out your Artifact using Cricut Cutter (as time permits)</span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>We will start with a little inspiration from the students at Hyde Park Elementary School.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHoEeXvSHa1BD2QtMo0lsdpbH3UqbiSV_3CGxAXVbwgco9WwiFk_AGYVCVwwOJzPt9VrsQfQpWH_qjlm1K55M2wTiErCJIOHiXAcAA5GMpxyMdIxZ8gyjPsIkbLQbRfbv-Ip81pVNZ9wP2sAeJ2FRvdfMcNca6kenqhFKcuuFiGXZjzJD7hqc5ESG9LA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHoEeXvSHa1BD2QtMo0lsdpbH3UqbiSV_3CGxAXVbwgco9WwiFk_AGYVCVwwOJzPt9VrsQfQpWH_qjlm1K55M2wTiErCJIOHiXAcAA5GMpxyMdIxZ8gyjPsIkbLQbRfbv-Ip81pVNZ9wP2sAeJ2FRvdfMcNca6kenqhFKcuuFiGXZjzJD7hqc5ESG9LA=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then we will dive into <b>a hands on skill building activity where you can start to create confidence designing your own Identity Artifact </b>using <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz" style="text-align: left;">Cuttle.xyz</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwpvLAtXv57w9dRPY_4rvVXEqhi9_g72pkurCDmTFgC2Hn8lsoJwlkn7f6MNzZvV7avOe8jmWGDvPmoJG0PS7Vdkvhrhg1dQ9n_UgryigdO2wK4XOLVvVgzy_mYkLngBURZQOxsANrVs2k-q0Vi2bmNlZVywXtAGVJ9t4ff9keRJtnivrXZU8d_Ch5iw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwpvLAtXv57w9dRPY_4rvVXEqhi9_g72pkurCDmTFgC2Hn8lsoJwlkn7f6MNzZvV7avOe8jmWGDvPmoJG0PS7Vdkvhrhg1dQ9n_UgryigdO2wK4XOLVvVgzy_mYkLngBURZQOxsANrVs2k-q0Vi2bmNlZVywXtAGVJ9t4ff9keRJtnivrXZU8d_Ch5iw=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And finally <b>we will challenge you to plan your own meaningful making project </b>or integrate meaningful making in your instructional design.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a few meaningful making project I've worked on recently.<br />You can find my <a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/how-making-for-others-contributes-to.html" target="_blank">guide to making the SnowFlake Project here.</a><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkSFJGbRTTOJ-wxpi3K2GmSsfci-mjMXg3psC5fvNSLm-NMcKVkXcYUgSB2McbWIZUr-nbSGBdWE5vj6Ca30aYxFBf7QZCqO8ujTVT8_halPx2xnXnPc_EpILXT3a9M1hi0JTEssUlJMDfWt3vxT_dsxlq8cObDxbQfZEcsRPk9f9UNDsn58-uQPm2gQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkSFJGbRTTOJ-wxpi3K2GmSsfci-mjMXg3psC5fvNSLm-NMcKVkXcYUgSB2McbWIZUr-nbSGBdWE5vj6Ca30aYxFBf7QZCqO8ujTVT8_halPx2xnXnPc_EpILXT3a9M1hi0JTEssUlJMDfWt3vxT_dsxlq8cObDxbQfZEcsRPk9f9UNDsn58-uQPm2gQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've approached this project using several different tools, from Google Draw to Gravit. <br /><b><span style="font-size: large;">So why am I so excited about Cuttle.xyz? </span></b></div></div><p><br /></p><p>1. <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> provides students with tools for creativity and innovation by allowing students and teachers to design Vector (SVG) files needed to create and make using digital cutters and laser cutters. Learning to work with SVG files is key to creativity and innovation. If we want to create the next generations of problem solvers, we need to give them the right tool for the job and help them build fluency using these tools.</p><p>2. <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> works on Chromebooks! It's easy to say we have reached a point where every students has a device. But when looking at education through an equity lens, its easy to spot there are still huge equity gaps when it comes to access to digital tools. One way the 1 laptop per child goal has been reached is by providing students with Chromebooks. But Chromebooks do not allow students to use industry tools for creating SVG or vector files like Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, or Inkscape (open-source). The fact that Cuttle.xyz works on Chromebook can help bridge this equity gap. </p><p>3. <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> has responded to educators' need to protect student data privacy. When faced with the request for a Signed Student Data Privacy Agreement, Cuttle.xyz CEO & Co-founder, Toby Schachman, worked with members of the <a href="https://privacy.a4l.org/">Student Data Privacy Alliance</a> to get signed agreements on file with schools in <a href="https://sdpc.a4l.org/district_search_national.php?districtID=5789" target="_blank">Illinois </a>and <a href="https://sdpc.a4l.org/district_search.php?districtID=5521&state=VT" target="_blank">Vermont</a>.</p><p>4. <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> is working to make Cuttle.xyz accessible to students in K12 schools by providng affordable pricing. The free plan allows for 5 design projects, while<a href="https://cuttle.xyz/pricing/k-12" target="_blank"> the school pricing set by Cuttle.xyz </a>provides two options 1) access for 30 active accounts per week or 2) unlimited accounts per domain. </p><p>5) <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a> can be used to teach students computational thinking. It took me a while to discover<a href="https://cuttle.xyz/learn/scripting/getting-started-with-scripting" target="_blank"> that Cuttle.xyz provides students the opportunity to CREATE with CODE.</a> The LEARN section of Cuttle.xyz website provides more detail about this often overlooked feature.</p><p><a href="https://cuttle.xyz/learn/scripting/getting-started-with-scripting" target="_blank"></a></p><blockquote><p><i><a href="https://cuttle.xyz/learn/scripting/getting-started-with-scripting" target="_blank"> "</a><span color="rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.85)" face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol"" style="font-size: 16px;">Cuttle’s scripting features allow you to write JavaScript code that can modify your shapes or generate new shapes.</span></i></p><p><i><span color="rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.85)" face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol"" style="font-size: 16px;">All of Cuttle’s built-in modifiers, like Rotational Repeat, Outline Stroke, etc. were created this way. That is, we built Cuttle using the same scripting features you have access to. You can see the code of any modifier by clicking the pencil icon on the right side of it in the inspector.</span>I'm a big fan of tools that allow us to create with code. </i></p></blockquote><p><br /></p><p>I hope to see for. yourself during <a href="https://dynamiclandscapes2023.sched.com/event/1KgbH/making-with-cuttlexyz-for-cricut-and-laser-cutters" target="_blank">my session at Dynamic Landscape</a>.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /><span face=""Proxima Nova", "Avenir Next", "Helvetica Neue", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 16px;"></span><span class="event event-loggedin ev_5 sub" face=""Proxima Nova", "Avenir Next", "Helvetica Neue", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: #fffc36; border-color: transparent rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15) rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15) transparent; border-image: initial; border-radius: 4px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.25) 0px 1px 2px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; cursor: pointer; display: block; float: left; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 12px 12px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-shadow: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.15) 1px 1px 0px; vertical-align: baseline; z-index: 10;"><span class="ev-save" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-origin: initial; background-position: 2px 2px; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-size: 25px 25px; background: url("//cdn.sched.co/common/img/sched-added.png") 2px 2px / 25px 25px no-repeat transparent; border-bottom-left-radius: 3px; border-top-left-radius: 3px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; left: 0px; line-height: 30px; margin: 1px; opacity: 1; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; transition: background-image 0.1s linear 0s; vertical-align: baseline; width: 30px;"> </span><a class="name" href="https://dynamiclandscapes2023.sched.com/#" id="65058d1efb61dd5242eb4c0ff11fc5f2" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-bottom-color: initial; border-bottom-right-radius: 3px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15); border-left-style: solid; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-right-radius: 3px; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black; float: left; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; line-height: 32px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 32px; min-height: 32px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 10px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Making with Cuttle.xyz for Cricut and Laser Cutters</a></span></p><p> </p><p>Session Description</p><p>Are you looking for a tool that your students can use to create projects with your school’s laser cutter, Cricut, or other maker tools? Does it need to work on Chromebooks? <a href="http://Cuttle.xyz">Cuttle.xyz</a>does just that and they have a signed Student Data Privacy agreement in Vermont! Come and play and leave empowered with your own fun IDENTITY artifact and lesson ideas you can use tomorrow.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you can't make it, feel free to check out the <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTujVsBb9MXPqXQh8t7OqxZfetHkgER9jS3Y2VN0PSAXpmgIG3aXPN74TzSSS3BIOOucY78ySiz_w-d/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" target="_blank">Slides</a> from the session. </p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-19628398609620951832023-05-17T10:18:00.003-07:002023-05-17T10:24:03.565-07:00Hands On - Identity Project at Hyde Park Elementary School<p> </p><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />This year I had the honor of collaborating with Hyde Park Middle School Students and Staff and the Vermont Arts Council for <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/cml-hydepark/home" target="_blank">a week long Maker Residency focused on IDENTITY.</a> This experience helped me reflect on how a residency model can provide value for both teachers and students. <div><br /><p> Join us at Dynamic Landscapes 2023 <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQrIF26sBtNf4Dz9_rvvPcxuPOcbtk-EHROF_dhvKqcvo9g81DFeN9RF1RGF8DrKX_qz99z2OAqTdSd/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" target="_blank">Google Slides </a> where we'll share what we learned. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJocgY1vCnhemDOzSPOGKkMKe0E63eXLZN_6Dw14pjqoLmw3CrVPOdvb7omOCU44HBxhbaVlHn8N2WbYeJGLPDif8Ptvxpas1Kc3Bmd00ZW8Wykn692p1waKyW8pJ4bzUEynAVOYrOnx8B6P2rtBvBd-AyRv2oAdLDRrQmmZfeU4hU8gBgPJC1kw9RDA/s672/CML%20Framework%203%20circles.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="633" data-original-width="672" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJocgY1vCnhemDOzSPOGKkMKe0E63eXLZN_6Dw14pjqoLmw3CrVPOdvb7omOCU44HBxhbaVlHn8N2WbYeJGLPDif8Ptvxpas1Kc3Bmd00ZW8Wykn692p1waKyW8pJ4bzUEynAVOYrOnx8B6P2rtBvBd-AyRv2oAdLDRrQmmZfeU4hU8gBgPJC1kw9RDA/s320/CML%20Framework%203%20circles.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><b>Be Inspired:</b><p></p><p> Hyde Park School Maker Residency </p><p><b>Create Confidence:</b></p><p> SkillBuilder- Create Identity Artifact</p><p> SVG file</p><p><b>Make Something Meaningful:</b></p><p> Brainstorm Challenge PromptReflection: </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #0b6fbc; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Session Description</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />Come Create, Make, and Learn with Lucie and leave empowered with your own fun IDENTITY artifact and a project based learning example of how to integrate making with language arts and social studies. This session is based on a recent fun maker residency with middle school students at Hyde Park School.<br /><br /><br />We will kick off the session with some highlights from the recent maker residency with students and teachers from Hyde Park School sponsored by the Vermont Arts Council.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0nCeiOKC47aanRT5FZ7fKfqPjGlm2ajCriiFcU2Gv39XF5aOPnG-qy9sLYOoFoQA24gq9kfes_ivTmavp_Gyr-LdjR2KbzropLI3V0byi8Cpgx44Ng0JWpsVV_hdUyMCcsZAWq73MyO7azw2WMWSASyxmYBeTIEPBDG84sPKRAGIjFoPUbCfYSDCBPg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0nCeiOKC47aanRT5FZ7fKfqPjGlm2ajCriiFcU2Gv39XF5aOPnG-qy9sLYOoFoQA24gq9kfes_ivTmavp_Gyr-LdjR2KbzropLI3V0byi8Cpgx44Ng0JWpsVV_hdUyMCcsZAWq73MyO7azw2WMWSASyxmYBeTIEPBDG84sPKRAGIjFoPUbCfYSDCBPg=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="381" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5jx2jhKmBEs" width="458" youtube-src-id="5jx2jhKmBEs"></iframe></div><br /><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><p></p>We will then move into a hands-on Skill building Sprints designed to Create Confidence with new maker tools and processes used to create a personalized Identity Artifact.<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSPx1d5QBlo1zJs_ruRDFCaf03iYAMLW66Gj9x0pSue5hoPF2D35YUlml2sCpsCJjUXLrb8S7Qg24V5P6jitF0gvNHe3PKvihtBVfopwKVSJNJPCtkQ0YEcOoyIz7_vnltBFZrF8oJeXSAhvh8ij-F2WeiBrG4iQRQ1Qb1sN7YrYAt1CngQMGZJQGuyA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSPx1d5QBlo1zJs_ruRDFCaf03iYAMLW66Gj9x0pSue5hoPF2D35YUlml2sCpsCJjUXLrb8S7Qg24V5P6jitF0gvNHe3PKvihtBVfopwKVSJNJPCtkQ0YEcOoyIz7_vnltBFZrF8oJeXSAhvh8ij-F2WeiBrG4iQRQ1Qb1sN7YrYAt1CngQMGZJQGuyA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The following slide deck includes the Skill building Sprint designed to create confidence with new maker tools and processes. Through these skill building activities students and teaachers gained the basic skills for using Google Slides, The Noun Project, and PicSVG.com to design an SVG file that can be used with laser cutters, digital cutters (i.e. Cricut), or even 3D printers to fabricate a personalized Identity Artifact.<div><br /></div><div><br /><div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="299" mozallowfullscreen="true" src="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQrIF26sBtNf4Dz9_rvvPcxuPOcbtk-EHROF_dhvKqcvo9g81DFeN9RF1RGF8DrKX_qz99z2OAqTdSd/embed?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000" webkitallowfullscreen="true" width="480"></iframe></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p>Equipped with confidence using new tools and processes students and teachers were ready MAKE SOMETHING MEANINGFUL. Students voice and choice were expanded with the confidence to use new tools and processes. Teachers felt confident to design instruction that include meaningful making. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjFIOKcGomMd9vLQEJyCVV_e6gPTvnpFa6X1SK1niMXrZ79WO1kQMSMJorQFX3JbutZZS2L_ZFMVcEaPIw4F3l1is4pVs-DLD-TLoBzxhxwDYnsSd_peYEMWyRdSn6PkAz3GkT4hZYPFR89jmyJQPm9yPoi6__pLB2mifxLpu5PE5ThvLWpNIaUkFRgA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjFIOKcGomMd9vLQEJyCVV_e6gPTvnpFa6X1SK1niMXrZ79WO1kQMSMJorQFX3JbutZZS2L_ZFMVcEaPIw4F3l1is4pVs-DLD-TLoBzxhxwDYnsSd_peYEMWyRdSn6PkAz3GkT4hZYPFR89jmyJQPm9yPoi6__pLB2mifxLpu5PE5ThvLWpNIaUkFRgA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>During our maker residency each student created a personal journal to reflect on identity artifacts they would create and collect throughout the year. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zA6ooVx3Vzc" width="320" youtube-src-id="zA6ooVx3Vzc"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQG9l_CCkwVw5vDk39hEDruQpqv35HVSy353nbTMNyrv1KkZ-afpIzdQx7GveEHqpRf8SIkBD6933X-ANwSSHgoIMQOZFrTXqt1ZrKZamCe3IY2qaZFlUCIxmrWurrzVs1EYwEcfMli8UqIJ8iFpvKwziUO_HPVkL9cgTJ7opv12c0eDCkjM-95aH4g/s1280/Journal%20group1%20(1).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="571" data-original-width="1280" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQG9l_CCkwVw5vDk39hEDruQpqv35HVSy353nbTMNyrv1KkZ-afpIzdQx7GveEHqpRf8SIkBD6933X-ANwSSHgoIMQOZFrTXqt1ZrKZamCe3IY2qaZFlUCIxmrWurrzVs1EYwEcfMli8UqIJ8iFpvKwziUO_HPVkL9cgTJ7opv12c0eDCkjM-95aH4g/w400-h179/Journal%20group1%20(1).jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPQE-loKetqlrf4eQW_jltGS_PmuPZWCUlJTvrABqNmP3bqI3mxAep2G5UmKc3ERAnU0XmLNxfrt6_eeQpXcTCw9tlewQ0PLmP855-MvFHVmIOQk6KWDXhzaxf-4cvTGGLUKc-uNhnm1sxsZChIFfGGh6kmdxWMFAu-SpnM9b6bHeXzlwqV2LK2EDd3g/s1280/journals%20group%203%20(1).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPQE-loKetqlrf4eQW_jltGS_PmuPZWCUlJTvrABqNmP3bqI3mxAep2G5UmKc3ERAnU0XmLNxfrt6_eeQpXcTCw9tlewQ0PLmP855-MvFHVmIOQk6KWDXhzaxf-4cvTGGLUKc-uNhnm1sxsZChIFfGGh6kmdxWMFAu-SpnM9b6bHeXzlwqV2LK2EDd3g/w400-h180/journals%20group%203%20(1).jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8e5F7G8sBL0BQFyCkryCLafM3hqyEu2qvL67J4R0dLBbBriTEkOjReYY1E2DFEfK2AtlxSBjfvPPhtmRNmmSQ3hwOEXfNyBoecmZZg5HWXVJLo8pXCFtfI-nWKkjwzxeGlmMrQLpuXsBfSR4QYGz-f-7C7_9PXHLoa2EgwqIp-7xL5XP6pxTMawkoQ/s1280/journals%20group%204%20(1).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1280" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8e5F7G8sBL0BQFyCkryCLafM3hqyEu2qvL67J4R0dLBbBriTEkOjReYY1E2DFEfK2AtlxSBjfvPPhtmRNmmSQ3hwOEXfNyBoecmZZg5HWXVJLo8pXCFtfI-nWKkjwzxeGlmMrQLpuXsBfSR4QYGz-f-7C7_9PXHLoa2EgwqIp-7xL5XP6pxTMawkoQ/w400-h308/journals%20group%204%20(1).jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p></p><blockquote><h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;">If you would like to bring a Maker Residency to your school,</span> </h3></blockquote><blockquote><h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;">contact Lucie at ldelabruere@gmail.com</span></h3></blockquote><p>Students are engaged in new learning experiences. The experience inspires them to learn new skills. As they create confidence with new tools and processes, students are ready to take on meaningful making challenge. </p><p>Teachers receive embedded professional development as they co-teach an experience that they helped to design. The experience is a low risk way to create confidence with new tools and processes that model Project Based Learning pedagogy. Teachers become inspired watching the engagement of their students during the residency. With newfound confidence in using new tools and processed, teachers are ready to design instruction that includes meaningful making projects. </p><p><br /></p></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-10990986226274285692023-04-17T08:31:00.003-07:002023-04-18T13:18:43.256-07:00Registration open for Create Make Learn 2023<p><span style="background-color: white;"><br /><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="Lato, sans-serif" style="color: #252525; font-size: 20px;"><br /></span></div><span face="Lato, sans-serif" style="color: #252525; font-size: 20px;"><div style="text-align: center;">We are excited to announce that registration is now open for</div></span><p></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;"></p><div style="color: #252525; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; text-align: center;">Create Make Learn Summer Institute 2023.</div><span data-lucid-content="{"t":"oin the strand that is right for you From Newbie to more Advanced Learner\nGetting Started with Making & Coding\nCreate Confidence with Making & Coding (intermediate) \nSTEAM Integrated Project Project Based Learning","m":[{"s":0,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":0,"n":"ps","v":"IpAV6pYZu2nW"},{"s":0,"n":"c","v":"#ffffffff","e":214},{"s":0,"n":"f","v":"Droid Sans","e":214},{"s":0,"n":"s","v":14,"e":214},{"s":75,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":75,"n":"fl","v":18},{"s":75,"n":"il","v":18},{"s":75,"n":"p","v":1.5},{"s":75,"n":"ps","v":"IpAV6pYZu2nW"},{"s":75,"n":"t","v":"ul"},{"s":112,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":112,"n":"fl","v":18},{"s":112,"n":"il","v":18},{"s":112,"n":"p","v":1},{"s":112,"n":"ps","v":"IpAV6pYZu2nW"},{"s":112,"n":"t","v":"ul"},{"s":167,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":167,"n":"fl","v":18},{"s":167,"n":"il","v":18},{"s":167,"n":"p","v":1.1},{"s":167,"n":"ps","v":"IpAV6pYZu2nW"},{"s":167,"n":"t","v":"ul"}]}" data-lucid-type="application/vnd.lucid.text" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="Lato, sans-serif" style="color: #252525; 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box-sizing: border-box; color: #252525; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em;"><li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Getting Started with Creating and Making (f</span><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Open Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">or beginners)</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Create Confidence with Creating, Making & Coding<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />( for those with some previous experience)</span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #252525; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Example session may include</h3><p></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #252525; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;"></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Creative and Practical Problem Solving with Cardboard, Paper, and Loose Parts</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Designing STEAM infused Literacy Projects</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Make Media: Podcast & Green Screen Video Projects</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Create Confidence with Circuits & Code</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Design Thinking & Identity Projects in 2D & 3D<br />(using 3D printers, Laser Cutters, Vinyl Cutters, etc)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Explore role of AI in Creating and Making</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="fl-module fl-module-photo fl-node-609d6b0d6aaa5" data-node="609d6b0d6aaa5" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #252525; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 20px;"><div class="fl-module-content fl-node-content" style="box-sizing: border-box; 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margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;"><br /></p></div></div></div></div><p></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-74444023761944442432023-02-15T16:37:00.004-08:002023-02-15T16:37:46.259-08:00Growing Confidence with Cuttle, Circuit, & Cricut on Valentine Day<p>This Valentine's Day provided another opportunity for me to grow confidence with a new maker tool (<a href="https://cuttle.xyz/">Cuttle.xyz</a>) and to create a project prototype that could help teaches and students grow their confidence with circuits.</p><p>A few months ago I discovered <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/">Cuttle.xyz </a>as a design tool that is accessible and affordable for students to create vector graphics that can be cut on laser cutters or electronic cutters (such as the Cricut or Silhouette Cutters). Not only does it work on Chrome books, but the company has also signed Student Data Privacy agreements with schools in Vermont and other states. This is a huge step towards and a commitment to increased equity in providing all students access to learning through creating and making. I've been searching for a vector tool that met those requirements for a long time.</p><p>The Cuttle <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Name-Snowflake-Ornament-5HKNEddwMGMR" target="_blank">Name SnowFlake Generator</a> inspired me to make snowflake themed ornaments for people I love this Christmas. This month their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbtabZUerSs" target="_blank">beautiful heart shaped box template </a>inspired me to keep playing. Since I did not have access to my laser cutter this month, I used my Cricut Maker to experiment further with Cuttle.xyz and used Valentines Day as an opportunity for create something for people I love and perhaps even fall in love with this new maker tool due to their commitment to education. </p><p> In this post, I'll share a simple project in hopes that it could help teachers and students grow confidence with</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>circuits and switches</li><li>designing and cutting out vector graphic software <br /><br /></li></ul>I'll explain why I think <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/">Cuttle.xyz </a> is a must have tool for schools and why creating simple but beautiful projects with circuits and switches meets our UDL (Universal Design for Learning) goals as educators.<br /><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGqeNZvI5ULAzvUuFD9mKubzagv202O8BxhpPav0we0_ZLMukQlenCgYqax3VsXqZHpOvsT-eZnRCVuV6I3Y6t2S_SZxQ69hGhLLDK-v4zeYZPlxpJYAoU1aqsQBotuehoMgNyEw66-lrHo8YeG61Eogpx4bZIdFNSjwlcw1iMUPKbzcuUzuvkQEP5YA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="830" data-original-width="810" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGqeNZvI5ULAzvUuFD9mKubzagv202O8BxhpPav0we0_ZLMukQlenCgYqax3VsXqZHpOvsT-eZnRCVuV6I3Y6t2S_SZxQ69hGhLLDK-v4zeYZPlxpJYAoU1aqsQBotuehoMgNyEw66-lrHo8YeG61Eogpx4bZIdFNSjwlcw1iMUPKbzcuUzuvkQEP5YA=w312-h320" width="312" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are the supplies you'll need to get started to create a light up Valentines Day Card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAMyX5VHerwe_qqXT1dmrsCyBl7sa0Xm1B74At9w2yFMuzzL_v3EYVDCeGyOSArvYOjsO8V4Ae-VIl7xiwcHSyOHQA1J7TW3TV1Y7cxGi9C8r_EfqWcMPMPEAAz1rWjlJTL8rZsobsUKMbiTh7XYgO59BAz8dNMYgTgGkVqfoRftVQ54vRJn-KUQ_3mw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2218" data-original-width="3803" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAMyX5VHerwe_qqXT1dmrsCyBl7sa0Xm1B74At9w2yFMuzzL_v3EYVDCeGyOSArvYOjsO8V4Ae-VIl7xiwcHSyOHQA1J7TW3TV1Y7cxGi9C8r_EfqWcMPMPEAAz1rWjlJTL8rZsobsUKMbiTh7XYgO59BAz8dNMYgTgGkVqfoRftVQ54vRJn-KUQ_3mw=w640-h374" width="640" /></a></div><br />coin cell battery</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">LED lights</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">copper tape</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Brass Brad</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Scotch Tape</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cardboard</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cardstock</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cutting tool (scissor or exacto knife)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">pen/pencil</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">glue</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This card can certainly be made by manually cutting out a colored heart out of card stock.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since my goal was to gain confidence with <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/">Cuttle.xyz </a> as a vector design tool, I spent some time playing with different heart designs. Check out this video or the steps next below to see some features of Cuttle.xyz features I explored during this project.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1xsYtsLzw0U" width="320" youtube-src-id="1xsYtsLzw0U"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I started designing my Valentine by by dragging out one of Cuttle's Built in Vector shapes. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEUojWoaivs3zaXO7Pu-S5MhxduCEN6YdtiMNzOdgnh8Hvgdb0DveiY1f-fozcn_qAFqpyMNGELWGZUd9qYyWNwVWRfKEtKeOwWGqzComILJlTLGFVt1umxjUrtKmM6hGfnVLOsd25jb6rAcBipesAMVwAOHRhjB-stbYScxnxrI1Ad5pIdO-JOgo65Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="516" data-original-width="586" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEUojWoaivs3zaXO7Pu-S5MhxduCEN6YdtiMNzOdgnh8Hvgdb0DveiY1f-fozcn_qAFqpyMNGELWGZUd9qYyWNwVWRfKEtKeOwWGqzComILJlTLGFVt1umxjUrtKmM6hGfnVLOsd25jb6rAcBipesAMVwAOHRhjB-stbYScxnxrI1Ad5pIdO-JOgo65Q" width="273" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I used Cuttle.xyz's Text Along Path Modifier to create different designs.<br /> I wanted to add the names of my grandchild (Julian) and his two parents (Matt and Molly).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To use this feature, simply Select a Shape on your Canvas then Click on Modify and choose the Text Along Path modifier.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhl_WsQnOR878NJmWlhjyNi18JequoGPW74U58CRugCspVsMoRQCCqwdSSYkQ5hUsj_P9HRH0quLf1yK0pkiPGZPygxhxLyiDgjB3wqb3ZovBR1EiA5GzgRi8__NIXdYtzVOww5NcleCUsl3VXxUiU3vEY_iv47azI7rvcL5ksyonTRNcixDj0gImOyIw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="948" data-original-width="1044" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhl_WsQnOR878NJmWlhjyNi18JequoGPW74U58CRugCspVsMoRQCCqwdSSYkQ5hUsj_P9HRH0quLf1yK0pkiPGZPygxhxLyiDgjB3wqb3ZovBR1EiA5GzgRi8__NIXdYtzVOww5NcleCUsl3VXxUiU3vEY_iv47azI7rvcL5ksyonTRNcixDj0gImOyIw" width="264" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shape will disappear and be replaced by the Words Text Along Path of your Shape</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shape will reappear when you hover over the image/shape<br />A box of parameters will appear along the right side of your screen for you to play with experiment with.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpItSC3gffu1lUUOlQP3IKzE2q06VWO_WCqEih7CfDJckBuAtt_V7Fcw2nDOKyd49zJXq_65CTQpvt-QTCkABd1huci8SWMVqFLXzXZC7h6CPRcwrXE_Kz2rZP10PkJM_pbNpXEVbGg3gM6h5F2Ng6Sp2bqBKDCdrjj-xLRzqkpaeC3pbeMkDOe9RuqQ/s852/My%20Gif.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="852" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpItSC3gffu1lUUOlQP3IKzE2q06VWO_WCqEih7CfDJckBuAtt_V7Fcw2nDOKyd49zJXq_65CTQpvt-QTCkABd1huci8SWMVqFLXzXZC7h6CPRcwrXE_Kz2rZP10PkJM_pbNpXEVbGg3gM6h5F2Ng6Sp2bqBKDCdrjj-xLRzqkpaeC3pbeMkDOe9RuqQ/s320/My%20Gif.gif" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Explore the options in the right panel of the Text Along Path modifier. <br />Start by replacing the TEXT to the words you want and Changing the Font and Size of the font.<br />I loved that there are so many STENCIL fonts - which are mostly safe for cutting out text. And Cuttle.xyz has some very fun one - Like this CODYSTAR option - which I settled on for my first design. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You'll want to experiment with all the different parameters.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAYh2WyvvWKAjm7QGvjkY-gsRcDgH8l683I30Wdvz1nQXF5ZIaXH4Kj-pa3Gy5sjNxotcrX_pHtOTU6lA5cKnD_bm-vbCEmYboEpD2vZlfJsmUderQejSsz2uPu1EseBTQ76fsfMwlVuoSKGDAzZsb-W1Z9fnJwDFrfCvyv7jp3D-rxRER6iPxn3TXbA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1126" data-original-width="2318" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAYh2WyvvWKAjm7QGvjkY-gsRcDgH8l683I30Wdvz1nQXF5ZIaXH4Kj-pa3Gy5sjNxotcrX_pHtOTU6lA5cKnD_bm-vbCEmYboEpD2vZlfJsmUderQejSsz2uPu1EseBTQ76fsfMwlVuoSKGDAzZsb-W1Z9fnJwDFrfCvyv7jp3D-rxRER6iPxn3TXbA=w640-h310" width="640" /></a></div><br />Experiment with the ALIGN feature and the Vertical ALIGN features, along with the FLIP checkbox.</div></div></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The ALIGN tool will move. your TEXT around your Shape, while the Vertical Align will move your text to the outside, inside, or middle of the outline of your shape. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Flip checkmark will change the way the letters of your text are facing. </div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg6_fCDU5BIqvfnf_7vTi1tLYRFvdsxvYOmGOpoB7D42fijKInI_YjnrkGF4l-F-c4_FNkPLsxciaj6MaRG_8NVko47EX1Lj-bECiaIQfy1Xp_EU4y_mIE-6UTHaT3EWrW7nY7zQ-anxsSd8roU5j81fFngwbgGL_ed-SE3bzIhHE3-1P6VEm0rwIg2Ow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1030" data-original-width="2207" height="298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg6_fCDU5BIqvfnf_7vTi1tLYRFvdsxvYOmGOpoB7D42fijKInI_YjnrkGF4l-F-c4_FNkPLsxciaj6MaRG_8NVko47EX1Lj-bECiaIQfy1Xp_EU4y_mIE-6UTHaT3EWrW7nY7zQ-anxsSd8roU5j81fFngwbgGL_ed-SE3bzIhHE3-1P6VEm0rwIg2Ow=w640-h298" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> I would also suggest playing with The Vertical Offset and Letter Spacing. You can also try adding spaces before or after your text to get a desired affect.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's <a href="https://youtu.be/1xsYtsLzw0U">a video tutorial that can walk you through the process.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since I wanted to add 3 different names to my heart, I simply right clicked on MY Heart in the right panel and chose duplicate 3 times.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOYZE8X4uTk2VCw53lmnwhafDYCRfyrx2Mkdc7CqQjkPQ0RRp0cz605nV_xhsW2FlYeowxDTUg4QEeSq6jB4_jo7PCGPMQGTTVfbyt6q8UfP90oIfPQeNOn47-hAFYYlVtfKeVxUjknWd4nfcnWZ4uUziQ0wCstKGZBzztCSFhAcxNjb8Kg8RNEuMJcA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="380" data-original-width="1032" height="118" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOYZE8X4uTk2VCw53lmnwhafDYCRfyrx2Mkdc7CqQjkPQ0RRp0cz605nV_xhsW2FlYeowxDTUg4QEeSq6jB4_jo7PCGPMQGTTVfbyt6q8UfP90oIfPQeNOn47-hAFYYlVtfKeVxUjknWd4nfcnWZ4uUziQ0wCstKGZBzztCSFhAcxNjb8Kg8RNEuMJcA" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I removed the Text Along Path Modifier from one of the Hearts to make it the part of the design that actually cuts out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3gnhpTeA7E8j2dNO9IzgRh5j3S3NsURjPL1-U7B7gF9R7lL_XUAY3uLAECfletacF37xbT_Gr0nHPbNihtJIAQMHfn7wIz2IBI53kNGGTcgOUvJJqllulx3uhqvtf2FAjXtjv376lCdqdTmkI-HYfTcx8UWhgrXV7cNPPqeKmh112POilWtxP2JpTLA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="1058" height="78" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3gnhpTeA7E8j2dNO9IzgRh5j3S3NsURjPL1-U7B7gF9R7lL_XUAY3uLAECfletacF37xbT_Gr0nHPbNihtJIAQMHfn7wIz2IBI53kNGGTcgOUvJJqllulx3uhqvtf2FAjXtjv376lCdqdTmkI-HYfTcx8UWhgrXV7cNPPqeKmh112POilWtxP2JpTLA" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I played around with the different parameters of each of my HEARTS until I ended up with this design that included the names of my grandson and his parents. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLfX1TB2dyzf_gtRYlUwtCUNkitPYLbPeb6-Erji1ZEOq7pxUhcXhddZkfRMehlYb9nNA4G4ErdW1ut5N3VuvO7izR64H4uHUPCt-1Gp4nIJA_FSZ8QalMTO4hv596WT0exCTSkvokzppv9AWjjCddeeP1DJOtfgAlKN2TcfEoD_4MdtnLpF8g8wylJw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1130" data-original-width="1422" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLfX1TB2dyzf_gtRYlUwtCUNkitPYLbPeb6-Erji1ZEOq7pxUhcXhddZkfRMehlYb9nNA4G4ErdW1ut5N3VuvO7izR64H4uHUPCt-1Gp4nIJA_FSZ8QalMTO4hv596WT0exCTSkvokzppv9AWjjCddeeP1DJOtfgAlKN2TcfEoD_4MdtnLpF8g8wylJw" width="302" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also duplicated the outside heart and changed the size of it to end up with a cutout of a smaller heart inside my design. This would make a great place for a light to shine though. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After I had the design just the way I wanted it, I exported it as an SVG. Cuttle.xyz has two different export features. I did not experiment with the Export SVG for Cricut at this time. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhxPAnQAdsej4krAkSPayRU5wQi6nyH-Ms5SmjBcEDbTxMZPNJGl5Rt6TJnxjHn02Qjd4Z4KkHX2L6ViKcZuxkIpQ5pkx59ZuL304sL8EIb5oNuPgaWfQcVdHdsratG53AW5vWNYjPevAJ9EhI8owGwVJeoPRXHczWP_VTNJgSs-Ru8fEIfSatz74nsTQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="634" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhxPAnQAdsej4krAkSPayRU5wQi6nyH-Ms5SmjBcEDbTxMZPNJGl5Rt6TJnxjHn02Qjd4Z4KkHX2L6ViKcZuxkIpQ5pkx59ZuL304sL8EIb5oNuPgaWfQcVdHdsratG53AW5vWNYjPevAJ9EhI8owGwVJeoPRXHczWP_VTNJgSs-Ru8fEIfSatz74nsTQ" width="254" /></a></div><br />I soon found myself playing with new fonts and new designs for other family members.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is just something about making for people you love that makes learning new skills so much fun. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjdMQjiPOJeuDtNjmUU1R55jlCSqG42Pp2V1zZXCLw34EQEqMbSxmy_jeqeKRSm8Cj1aoj5oaKcaB3Y3yAgmv8lC82_8uUsmpU5pwKY92LJjgt7lWUbfSQwq1xMew3XIfEbEFf184G3sTJeKJV36iVZqfpT20wq048SJrGsBp3laWvBTAj9KACzcT2QXQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="994" data-original-width="2864" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjdMQjiPOJeuDtNjmUU1R55jlCSqG42Pp2V1zZXCLw34EQEqMbSxmy_jeqeKRSm8Cj1aoj5oaKcaB3Y3yAgmv8lC82_8uUsmpU5pwKY92LJjgt7lWUbfSQwq1xMew3XIfEbEFf184G3sTJeKJV36iVZqfpT20wq048SJrGsBp3laWvBTAj9KACzcT2QXQ=w640-h222" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I imported the SVG files into my Cricut Design Space. (If I had access to my laser cutter, I could have used that tool to play)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMhA04O7QLaKDt4FUS-joEHkTj0XVgELKmzFRbnFToCk2ydfiqLRungZzSJmnDYT9fnmeG2wdO62kZZbaa6OTuYmU_11Rvm8bz-KnFzKqLrmS7UxKXHcMZKaU9Fx3YxmGgrklfmgIxrHNcrf2few2yBYZbZxSZYASAqEVFIxlgd8h5NRJWo9WqhZDdGw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1030" data-original-width="1184" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMhA04O7QLaKDt4FUS-joEHkTj0XVgELKmzFRbnFToCk2ydfiqLRungZzSJmnDYT9fnmeG2wdO62kZZbaa6OTuYmU_11Rvm8bz-KnFzKqLrmS7UxKXHcMZKaU9Fx3YxmGgrklfmgIxrHNcrf2few2yBYZbZxSZYASAqEVFIxlgd8h5NRJWo9WqhZDdGw" width="276" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I, then cut out some fun Valentines designs for my grandchildren and their parents.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">These cutouts were perfect for creating a paper circuit Valentine. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjSIf8W4IcvgqPNhZeDjrlV8gi6wH3KTVLeNkgTPwFETxEhZSQ5mtQNmKb0NO5tEyZvCNcbqG1zjY9fpYaCK47PJgqji-vDdmLV_ROpxL5Binowfg94PPmlwaylj7gZn02n2Xw2Hi-wJKywzzti4fSPvpGK99vfYwXyzYbVkEU6zT1pjywoZXCcwImEA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="1785" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjSIf8W4IcvgqPNhZeDjrlV8gi6wH3KTVLeNkgTPwFETxEhZSQ5mtQNmKb0NO5tEyZvCNcbqG1zjY9fpYaCK47PJgqji-vDdmLV_ROpxL5Binowfg94PPmlwaylj7gZn02n2Xw2Hi-wJKywzzti4fSPvpGK99vfYwXyzYbVkEU6zT1pjywoZXCcwImEA=w640-h394" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I start by cutting a contrasting piece of card stock in half and folding each piece in half. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then I layout the design and with a sharp object like the a Japanese Screw punch I poked a hole where the LED light should go and where the BRAD that will serve as a Switch will poke through. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(You can use a thumb tack, needle, or other sharp object.<br /> If working with younger students, you could use a golf tee) <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjG1s137Ih-xDH-B3quRfQzgwHPsRhHAGpOSSspFrv8JiQ1voBfyQS4hUsXe6zaoFFDPxAvOGEBkNmsRXITngrGcmwz_80htZUHsvxunxj2wkf21hFnA0KFoi3RqTLLwF_tkutIEG_eVm-_5prVEzEaXaNtTXGLFQ1gCwmGnv3ToSqelXc_n7kj5eWxXQ" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNqaCG3VpWbXn7l_47LLT-41RyK_93cbwNbjsxkFWf2K3ZVVrwIMALgYI7WJxJBVXkVr51w7leB3YOXA07efx1r11ImTZt_jX-G2Fhm_v8UVWKIY7MkqulvpO-y3nq3blyQJgcDQ96S01-ORDdYdGX4MwFW--145dOzE33w29-BFumh2b8_mwTVNbYkQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1058" data-original-width="988" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNqaCG3VpWbXn7l_47LLT-41RyK_93cbwNbjsxkFWf2K3ZVVrwIMALgYI7WJxJBVXkVr51w7leB3YOXA07efx1r11ImTZt_jX-G2Fhm_v8UVWKIY7MkqulvpO-y3nq3blyQJgcDQ96S01-ORDdYdGX4MwFW--145dOzE33w29-BFumh2b8_mwTVNbYkQ" width="224" /></a></div><br /><br /></div>Insert a fun colored LED into the card where you'd like the light.<br />I happened to have some flickering multicolor LED's handy.<br />Insert the Brass Brad through the card where you'd like the switch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br />Spread the legs of the Brass Brad open.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Place a coin cell battery face down under the leg of the LED towards the center of the card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Trace around the battery.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mark the circle with a + sign to remind yourself that the battery will be placed + side down.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhHBRv-ZbNvjXvw11ZRJ4FZuld73PhcwEwsMVI3JPiopoOMzromVVq8IC6BVDM3dD5folIuK0ddWRCI3X9fISRGZYurB9KM-XibtPN1_df0ow06InBIJ7YkZ9xLhGRAVlI5Ucn2pCEFXuTkvOuXc7OinsuG5GvbFuMDy8coYmB0nV54zZ0x3CWiWzpBsA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="1002" height="382" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhHBRv-ZbNvjXvw11ZRJ4FZuld73PhcwEwsMVI3JPiopoOMzromVVq8IC6BVDM3dD5folIuK0ddWRCI3X9fISRGZYurB9KM-XibtPN1_df0ow06InBIJ7YkZ9xLhGRAVlI5Ucn2pCEFXuTkvOuXc7OinsuG5GvbFuMDy8coYmB0nV54zZ0x3CWiWzpBsA=w640-h382" width="640" /></a></div><br />Cut two pieces of copper tape long enough to slide under the LED leg and reach under the BRAD Legs. Leave a little extra copper tape towards the top of the card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You will use that to double wrap the copper tape around the LED leg.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Remove the backing of the copper tape and lay down the copper tape on the cardstock.<br />Make sure the copper tape shiny side makes as much contact with the LED legs as possible by <br />running it under the legs and coming back down over the leg and then back up.<br />This is not absolutely necessary, but it's my way to add extra points of contact.<br />Paper Circuits sometimes lose their contact.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgMI9LXH4wKAyRln9zFYna9k2sSsxMHakVO8Bwef0RLJrvUccvboAbsVvSpgcbpTcwCZhBw8aSC0yNvl9tT3x6O0CKtDc288wSSmcMJLBdioIAIZxzAjOXM5euFyWoo8y2CJORmSHbM_Jf5TEK2aNvJB1326x-WztFzc5HbABY6d99l95sbf-0XDzxN_Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="639" data-original-width="1002" height="408" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgMI9LXH4wKAyRln9zFYna9k2sSsxMHakVO8Bwef0RLJrvUccvboAbsVvSpgcbpTcwCZhBw8aSC0yNvl9tT3x6O0CKtDc288wSSmcMJLBdioIAIZxzAjOXM5euFyWoo8y2CJORmSHbM_Jf5TEK2aNvJB1326x-WztFzc5HbABY6d99l95sbf-0XDzxN_Q=w640-h408" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Secure the LED legs to the cardstock and copper tape with Scotch Tape.<br />Secure the battery with Scotch Tape, but only cover half the battery with tape.<br />The other half must remained exposed so the Brad legs can make contact with the battery directly. <br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Voila. Your Paper Circuit is ready.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsJrxXJRLAl5SxXroPvlH3doIlS5qmCisyxYTzfBeGscw0rOWLHknmibqE5PDkAXX3kChcCCWBsQShG22vKqsCYcZBYs4T_kkoJixcaEMtd6xOB7LZhv10acKInbRpbHp4Wnwau1h1Ihzy0_B_mYmmxCX8b_D40sqplqe6X9huqfaos-itm0_8Lnp-AA/s320/IMG_2663_MOV_AdobeExpress.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="180" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsJrxXJRLAl5SxXroPvlH3doIlS5qmCisyxYTzfBeGscw0rOWLHknmibqE5PDkAXX3kChcCCWBsQShG22vKqsCYcZBYs4T_kkoJixcaEMtd6xOB7LZhv10acKInbRpbHp4Wnwau1h1Ihzy0_B_mYmmxCX8b_D40sqplqe6X9huqfaos-itm0_8Lnp-AA/w360-h640/IMG_2663_MOV_AdobeExpress.gif" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To turn off the the LED, simply turn the Little Heart with the Brass Brad slightly so that the end of the Brads lay over the TAPED part of the battery.<br />The Tape acts as insulation and interrupts the circuit. . <br />If the Brad falls off the battery simply manually put it back on.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBIbTWbOFnMRBAsY-XwZnQuumMasUYqgWAiVulrIouor9EA81dMPnDmpVcQG5VHvU6rx9aHQkr05k1vfmyVu-UGupYgjwsSB9tZKksc3A-xkOqVsfHX3xb8qNkFovukIOaWq77DCvIAunjQExA3Y4p0RSF6oUyKCAzBMO_q3pS6Y6de4MqoCAaN3RUaA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="1785" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBIbTWbOFnMRBAsY-XwZnQuumMasUYqgWAiVulrIouor9EA81dMPnDmpVcQG5VHvU6rx9aHQkr05k1vfmyVu-UGupYgjwsSB9tZKksc3A-xkOqVsfHX3xb8qNkFovukIOaWq77DCvIAunjQExA3Y4p0RSF6oUyKCAzBMO_q3pS6Y6de4MqoCAaN3RUaA=w640-h394" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">What I love about this Simple Project is that it can engage students to create beautiful work and create for people they love. Students are motivated to learn and demonstrate their understanding of circuit beyond traditional methods. Universal design for learning strategies are important in education. Using this project we are offering multiple modes of representation, expression, and engagement for students learning about the flow of electricity. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Students also leave with increased confidence in creating vector graphics which can be used in so many future endeavors. <a href="http://www.agencybydesign.org/node/335" target="_blank">Agency by Design offers this description o</a>f the type of Maker Empowerment I've seen in students after completing projects like this. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1650" data-original-width="1275" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqTCjCCyeG1QIgBcMsXOp4zZ6i1xBA9xYBacjpK8h2oU4RZbVnBFZbwyQU_sRhyQ-mT64RZ30v4EYBpR4tdIjng8iokmYVoIlf9gxdDOF6RdoVPJsbIc61Y8HksMLoyyC8tGPb9Ya58ACA3l5yEccPLeqzL87xIFi7xlzhc7OTDMvg0F9JaNjH3keLRg/w494-h640/Flyer%20for%20Making%20Media%20-%20Untitled%20Page%20(3).png" width="494" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">Learn more about how <a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2023/01/why-create-beautiful-works-with-media.html" target="_blank">Media Making Can help teachers put UDL and PBL into practice in this blog post. </a></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">More details in <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cc91GA99IWlZPrQnH1nheHQN-DKHGfJYN6_hI4x3C5Q/edit" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">the syllabus.</a></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">You can also <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">download a </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">P</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">D</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">F</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">flyer</a> to share with friends and colleagues.</p><div class="wp-container-2 wp-block-buttons" style="align-items: center; background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; gap: 0.5em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;"><div class="wp-block-button" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKEIcBorEtOlMl5y4k4apdLTtFtCnrOLx17QR-Kw71x3ewpg/viewform" style="background-color: #32373c; border-radius: 9999px; border: 0px; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: white; cursor: pointer; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 1.125em; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: calc(0.667em + 2px) calc(1.333em + 2px); text-align: center; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Register for Media Making here</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div><h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; clear: both; color: #325d2d; font-family: Arvo, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 25px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.1em; margin: 0px 0px 0.55em; overflow-wrap: normal; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></h2><h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; clear: both; color: #325d2d; font-family: Arvo, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 25px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.1em; margin: 0px 0px 0.55em; overflow-wrap: normal; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Putting UDL and PBL into Practice with Media Making</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;">Design learning experiences that invite students to create their own special effects with videos, produce their own podcast episodes, and author their own interactive e-books. Experience the tools, process, and workflows that provide practical ways to implement elements of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Project Based Learning (PBL) in your instructional design.</p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;">Each session of this course will be offered online over 5 weeks with flexible asynchronous and some synchronous lab sessions via Zoom video conferencing offered on Wednesdays starting at 3:30 p.m. The first week starts with a 2-hour synchronous class session, followed by a one hour on-line module. </p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em 3em; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Session 1: Producing Podcast Episodes with students </span><br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />Feb 8, 15, 22,<span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span>Mar 1, 8 (Workshop only) $300</li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Session 2 Creating Video Projects with students</span><br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />Mar 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12 (Workshop only) $300</li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Session 3 Authoring Interactive e-Books with students</span><br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 (Workshop only) $300</li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Session 1, 2 & 3: Putting UDL and PBL Into Practice With Media Making<br style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span>February 8 – May 17<br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />$825 recertification only ($75 savings)<br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />$1245 includes 3 graduate credits from St. Michaels College</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;">More details in <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cc91GA99IWlZPrQnH1nheHQN-DKHGfJYN6_hI4x3C5Q/edit" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">the syllabus.</a></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.72em; margin: 1.1em 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;">You can also <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">download a </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">P</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">D</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">F</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #90ab58; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">flyer</a> to share with friends and colleagues.</p><div class="wp-container-2 wp-block-buttons" style="align-items: center; background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #534a44; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; font-family: Cabin, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 18px; gap: 0.5em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;"><div class="wp-block-button" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKEIcBorEtOlMl5y4k4apdLTtFtCnrOLx17QR-Kw71x3ewpg/viewform" style="background-color: #32373c; border-radius: 9999px; border: 0px; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: white; cursor: pointer; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 1.125em; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: calc(0.667em + 2px) calc(1.333em + 2px); text-align: center; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Register for Media Making here</a></div></div></div><p><br /> </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-61476197180217682542023-01-25T15:11:00.004-08:002023-01-25T17:10:48.593-08:00How I introduce Microbits?<p> I was recently asked how I introduce a new technology like micro:bits to student, so I thought I might write a blog post with some of my thoughts about this. </p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">What is the micro:bit you ask? </h4><p><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 11pt;"><span style="background-color: white; clear: left; color: black; float: left; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img alt="officialmicrobit image" height="222" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/beg2d_qNJzC90IsifaKyRwhPqbWiTcItZli_F4Zp0a7CkNhblbLp-KQNUXwG27_q5Uo8yaZTLkVSpCzy1BMLy_JQda4w3NL80LOPdWF84Zzw5tnlqVmZivV5CIkdPkwn6mlBS0fnwhtHJtZtLPVcmr5Ja6GGaC863RaUxHpcUpOPqTR5VIIjCakdg54w1Re5=w276-h222" style="background-color: transparent;" width="276" /> </span><br />The BBC micro:bit is an inexpensive electronic circuit board designed for students to learn electronics and coding. It includes buttons and lights and sensors that lend themselves to creating amazing interactive projects. When a student connects the micro:bit to a computer with a USB cable, they can quickly program the board with new interactions using beginner-friendly code environments, such as <a href="https://makecode.microbit.org/">Microsoft MakeCode</a>.<br /><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Over the past few years, we’ve watched the popularity of micro:bit skyrocket in our educator community. The board’s rugged, yet friendly design holds up to repeated use and the </span><a href="https://microbit.org/lessons/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">curriculum</span></a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> developed by the Micro:bit Educational Foundation is top-notch and easy to implement.</span></p><p><br /></p><p> I've recently created this graphic to capture my pedagogical approach to learning through creating and making. The framework has evolved from personal experience with teaching and learning and from the opportunity to learn with and from talented educators over the years. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7RJ51Oq8T8iOkUDWw_rG3a0mBXlYwjqC4TS1YzcD0LCm2EYgKo2gXB70YkiTZnak6JNIYy2VnT3oJKapfvJpLhrdy-Y8KZUM5GIhEsZsDJFSO1f9sg8OCjehaciluFPbRsPgFMsQ4z-PxsvTXDgDm96yTrQofOAL7lq7t2af37WXDDnRxWWXcNWIrjQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7RJ51Oq8T8iOkUDWw_rG3a0mBXlYwjqC4TS1YzcD0LCm2EYgKo2gXB70YkiTZnak6JNIYy2VnT3oJKapfvJpLhrdy-Y8KZUM5GIhEsZsDJFSO1f9sg8OCjehaciluFPbRsPgFMsQ4z-PxsvTXDgDm96yTrQofOAL7lq7t2af37WXDDnRxWWXcNWIrjQ=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjNAhNShbMPNOitAPbIsqITT-6zxvasyt81A7REPwpzEQmhxBmegSTbleFz3kD5KszA6ESGw6KAvW_yS3OQ10phaWYYvr0caYBv80RuF1FLSfbbxYr03fm7povwCEYTB2oLey2ZoY4fNjR53KLgSNwMhvYPj99i0bcUvezWjRu-EhTTc_DlE6wvZUlRg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="458" data-original-width="486" height="120" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjNAhNShbMPNOitAPbIsqITT-6zxvasyt81A7REPwpzEQmhxBmegSTbleFz3kD5KszA6ESGw6KAvW_yS3OQ10phaWYYvr0caYBv80RuF1FLSfbbxYr03fm7povwCEYTB2oLey2ZoY4fNjR53KLgSNwMhvYPj99i0bcUvezWjRu-EhTTc_DlE6wvZUlRg=w127-h120" width="127" /></a></div><br />The INSPIRE phase is a time to explore something in a way that motivates the learner to create and make something meaningful. It is based on the belief that MOTIVATION is the foundation of all meaningful learning. There are several ways to create an activity that INSPIRES or motivates. <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>One way that I introduce the micro:bit is by having students engage in a few rounds of Rock Paper Scissors. This gets the whole class warmed up and thinking about fun. It is a game that most learners are already familiar with so it connects to prior knowledge. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPZWFM_ZejM9IVD9NnKHz-agY68q53lGozIXbM-IQ1G83h6FFQ3LAPjiihWP7JVEFfzz40KgSfTNvqEWO9lVkjYhKXEYjZUKDeNPw13ApBV7HpDx4FZrP7LRaBznONO3CfuheP425vs4pmb9obJ4-Un5umn9TNfHlcdvhnDkPFIhdemnFnT3uxnxBy2A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="804" data-original-width="1800" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPZWFM_ZejM9IVD9NnKHz-agY68q53lGozIXbM-IQ1G83h6FFQ3LAPjiihWP7JVEFfzz40KgSfTNvqEWO9lVkjYhKXEYjZUKDeNPw13ApBV7HpDx4FZrP7LRaBznONO3CfuheP425vs4pmb9obJ4-Un5umn9TNfHlcdvhnDkPFIhdemnFnT3uxnxBy2A" width="320" /></a></div><br />Then I tell them that they are going to learn to create a fun wearable that can be used to play Rock Paper Scissors. <p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUuW7sVy0Xcj38lKjnMm8y178kaMiqYINF14dm8D64QAd2sofPws8NOdyUxYsisvDPu3BQofHNPoLocpXb8ae-H8icblRhCjW1dVOvS7kHLA1G_qp6slZhd76zKxwHaG2DrFvyLsCQR59XEvK7Et6ebaajYyl5VLcO4l7dv9q57DmantH0ZLy3fqctzw" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="458" data-original-width="486" height="129" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUuW7sVy0Xcj38lKjnMm8y178kaMiqYINF14dm8D64QAd2sofPws8NOdyUxYsisvDPu3BQofHNPoLocpXb8ae-H8icblRhCjW1dVOvS7kHLA1G_qp6slZhd76zKxwHaG2DrFvyLsCQR59XEvK7Et6ebaajYyl5VLcO4l7dv9q57DmantH0ZLy3fqctzw=w137-h129" width="137" /></a></div><br />Once a student is inspired, it is helpful to take some time to create confidence with new tools and processes. I like to design some skill building sprints to build student confidence with a new tool or skill. <br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love to introduce the micro:bit by teaching students how to create a Rock Paper Scissor bracelet. <br /><div style="text-align: left;">Not only does this activity lend itself well to learning to code and transfer data from your computer to the microbit, it also includes an opportunity for creativity in the way you design the bracelet.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dzLSqbLHcGrqOPmLq59xKnA39r-DU3JTydm-HnlAjflbmIJBgwt4GGAsQIqHoqd1qXDEoal34MC5x9UVt95IA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div><br /></div>I'll never forget the enthusiasm in one fifth grade students who approached me after class and said. "That was hard. It made my brain hurt. But I MADE A WEARABLE. I can't wait to tell my mom." <br /><br />I especially like designing activities that lend themselves to cross-curricular integration. I've picked up a few different books related to Rock Paper Scissors for students to dive into as well as a few web sites like this BBC News article: <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-27228416">How to win at rock-paper-scissors</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Here are just a few options for curricular integration.</div><div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgqdOgZnjBzKe2Q54dQOvto3m3CFSIOmyiQ7kyaCdIYBYONscltzOzPMs8nXV-fm6kr38hMiWOtEKyy4RIQpsmVk99uU-kQPAl7EzBKpVtGHo63L8dpTg_G-BjFYYK6at5b47r3y3DSB10WYojMSOop1SmpbbgqnWE01v28WLj527UAr1ee5efb3gEGpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgqdOgZnjBzKe2Q54dQOvto3m3CFSIOmyiQ7kyaCdIYBYONscltzOzPMs8nXV-fm6kr38hMiWOtEKyy4RIQpsmVk99uU-kQPAl7EzBKpVtGHo63L8dpTg_G-BjFYYK6at5b47r3y3DSB10WYojMSOop1SmpbbgqnWE01v28WLj527UAr1ee5efb3gEGpg=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>During the Create Confidence phase, I like to teach students how to learn on their own using the <a href="https://makecode.microbit.org/">MAKE CODE tutorials. </a></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-39648b5f-7fff-dbf2-a84e-1fac23bb7182"><img height="389" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/a1I9A6Xj_nmyzwBAILH0JPDu00T2IxvOP3BTWZKpHsHabDQxGjFjoVdv86A9idJC_ApPtzdZWhzy7ZswGZ0SxjhqdbC3v9NfP84sry-1m-R2cX7LBr4KkXEaSH_YZU8gT9Lxh6tWh9t5x_LJtjhVmqZ211l4Ghm2AYK-2LNNg5Naj12hf2fUp9Xw4KkE5c6h=w640-h389" width="640" /></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2wgB2alry4FvP1W8jkyN3ap1hPQwe8fh81sV4vEqo2UUCY3wcWUWAOTvgt2xP8NTRvZsnn2pT2QBn405lTGbDV4GZdrZxrNBej45i9b4pUnzrGJjdyN_sSzS-Z2UJv-5moescHo15n0qpJIGd-hTTOTOpsNmUtqrLvc7utSoLmW7PMvmfgpWdNOd-sA" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="332" data-original-width="446" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2wgB2alry4FvP1W8jkyN3ap1hPQwe8fh81sV4vEqo2UUCY3wcWUWAOTvgt2xP8NTRvZsnn2pT2QBn405lTGbDV4GZdrZxrNBej45i9b4pUnzrGJjdyN_sSzS-Z2UJv-5moescHo15n0qpJIGd-hTTOTOpsNmUtqrLvc7utSoLmW7PMvmfgpWdNOd-sA=w200-h149" width="200" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>I encourage students to go through the DICE tutorial as it has so much potential for enrichment and expansion. Once they understand how to navigate the various resources at their finger tips, they can continue to grow their confidence on their own. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJ3RTI2aKorbPot9AFNXraROoh6_4NVOPJgAYWlveulNRlpCMs82xDYjxrhqzW7oCrez-fueT6YDlDEOWsNuPXHtJqeu_M7ptel6sG-2YjQoLuRuxfPcs5Y0QmDoCwKg8XMz9DcA-a-TdgswSoW_DEQdvEZfsW9aV1EAbldhSNQV8Qdqf2c_fnTEHejQ" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="530" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJ3RTI2aKorbPot9AFNXraROoh6_4NVOPJgAYWlveulNRlpCMs82xDYjxrhqzW7oCrez-fueT6YDlDEOWsNuPXHtJqeu_M7ptel6sG-2YjQoLuRuxfPcs5Y0QmDoCwKg8XMz9DcA-a-TdgswSoW_DEQdvEZfsW9aV1EAbldhSNQV8Qdqf2c_fnTEHejQ=w200-h180" width="200" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>Once students are starting to feel some creative confidence, it is time to challenge them to apply their skills and MAKE SOMETHING MEANINGFUL. This can take on several forms. I often refer to this list from a respected colleague, Michael Pope.</p><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4nhVTXFdXnz5NhzuZuPgDXys3N6sbvFjNpYQTUvV9bpjqmtDBr2lyP9lnjpGPr8kAXOR-Mu2fWlsWNZRvrt6EB7PEIEBUluFmnB1bg_yLQadMH1StYhTJ680FzjosAqibBBgcMJY79DtLrNL31Y35uNrRR3O9YUzqSvU4IwIJK3c2XxlQHMafP7RvuA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="696" data-original-width="948" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4nhVTXFdXnz5NhzuZuPgDXys3N6sbvFjNpYQTUvV9bpjqmtDBr2lyP9lnjpGPr8kAXOR-Mu2fWlsWNZRvrt6EB7PEIEBUluFmnB1bg_yLQadMH1StYhTJ680FzjosAqibBBgcMJY79DtLrNL31Y35uNrRR3O9YUzqSvU4IwIJK3c2XxlQHMafP7RvuA=w640-h470" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When preparing students to be successful in their meaningful project, Michael Pope, not only prepares them with skills using various technology, but he also prepares their mindset to experience the creative process and shares this graphic.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiYu7gloOp1glRf_3nUjQNTzb0dZXkxcm6Kih0pscCrqQ19g0KgR303HqtWg6IIbIhcPKS6eqyOZvstdjJ14IPGYuEsv_z3O4jYE-eOFsRuNb-_Q7mmIeunHcwfqUp3fXmdf8fdcN75UqfKqNuRBcELe8c2r-q96cescp2MMWvB1vnagdwi6uqosXZv8g" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiYu7gloOp1glRf_3nUjQNTzb0dZXkxcm6Kih0pscCrqQ19g0KgR303HqtWg6IIbIhcPKS6eqyOZvstdjJ14IPGYuEsv_z3O4jYE-eOFsRuNb-_Q7mmIeunHcwfqUp3fXmdf8fdcN75UqfKqNuRBcELe8c2r-q96cescp2MMWvB1vnagdwi6uqosXZv8g=w640-h400" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In a recent maker residency, we offered the following prompt to guide students into an INQUIRY LEARNING experience connected the EARTH DAY them Protect Our Species. Students selected an endangered species and used an inquiry framework to complete research on that species. Then we challenged them to use their new micro:bit and coding skills with the following prompt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjYoSjlplNUNk9_B2dh0cZMR6GihXbBS93dFIJbaQ92DK7Meebd-RtHOBbM1Jlf3Q3RhV7adYjhTn26y0aqd_qWrgEI6nO-DbHkV7RcIhbXqY6mpXp9L9fBCf5SMQ2wNAbImrswgYgULpQ3lBic0yX3q_GsVcoNO0hjspBf3gVz2T7tfz_N2uqv6mBwNQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="850" data-original-width="1586" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjYoSjlplNUNk9_B2dh0cZMR6GihXbBS93dFIJbaQ92DK7Meebd-RtHOBbM1Jlf3Q3RhV7adYjhTn26y0aqd_qWrgEI6nO-DbHkV7RcIhbXqY6mpXp9L9fBCf5SMQ2wNAbImrswgYgULpQ3lBic0yX3q_GsVcoNO0hjspBf3gVz2T7tfz_N2uqv6mBwNQ=w640-h344" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This provided many entry points for students to make something meaningful <br />around a curricular theme.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are a few videos of students talking about their projects. </div><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JqT1GONecNw" width="320" youtube-src-id="JqT1GONecNw"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bRNDNCgEf-A" width="320" youtube-src-id="bRNDNCgEf-A"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>One of the key components to introducing new technology is to use Design Thinking as part of your planning as an educator. Consider the "humans" you are designing for and their needs. What are their needs! Ideate some possibilities! Then prototype one of your ideas. A maker residency is one of the ways you might prototype your design as an educator and test the prototype. Then take the parts that work best and revise the rest. </div><div><br /></div><div>And for a peek into the whole design thinking residency we designed check out this video.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RzCsqjGRZfI" width="320" youtube-src-id="RzCsqjGRZfI"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My commitment to Design Thinking lead me to Project Invent where we followed a similar approach with high school students using the micro:bit as our technology tool of choice. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-ffdcf697-7fff-9ed9-0d47-2f8694aab43f"><img height="272" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_NW2vzSokpxl4yvSFOnhWFgZjenL7Slbv3a5BAyKS9kHA1i22riNOcREgl3lcFaERe58nOf4JRrOMoxP063INAIbJjqeqwZpMJ44lwR7EzD4JmTb47FVtdzbl6MawKjnIL6DAA_W6rcWYWghps15yVZ5khgJAhKmGnnVYxOHN3XW3uhwBphznbvS3mIcZZNH=w640-h272" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://padlet.com/lucie/projectinvent">https://padlet.com/lucie/projectinvent</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love working with educators to design integrated thematic units and would welcome the opportunity to help your teachers think through the process (remotely or in real time) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Contact me at ldelabruere @ gmail</div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-91139647835284718312023-01-16T13:33:00.003-08:002023-01-16T14:28:03.355-08:00WHY Create Beautiful Works with Media Making Tools <p> </p><p>Today's world is filled with rich media --media that is being used to communicate, entertain, and persuade. It makes sense that we would use it to teach children. In my French speaking home, we certainly learned to speak English from the media that we watched on our television or the radio shows we listened to. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhmCiJAoDH1EPZGKXnyUf5sKswEPEp21EOOXaB6Fh1VnbjisOzv12duHZYvpj29Z4p-yryqkigzX50fpWRXPA5rLWRAYKsHNLqfLlVvznJXeCFNfmMJ00sBw8din9k2hIBm9Ep53tnUHhirDSR1kyJRLvc9AEtiSs_bqEFuQc3zu3LZ_TLYbSpLI6H5oA" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="387" data-original-width="580" height="147" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhmCiJAoDH1EPZGKXnyUf5sKswEPEp21EOOXaB6Fh1VnbjisOzv12duHZYvpj29Z4p-yryqkigzX50fpWRXPA5rLWRAYKsHNLqfLlVvznJXeCFNfmMJ00sBw8din9k2hIBm9Ep53tnUHhirDSR1kyJRLvc9AEtiSs_bqEFuQc3zu3LZ_TLYbSpLI6H5oA=w219-h147" width="219" /></a></div><br /> I remember that our our high school had a full time audio visual department that rolled video cassette recorders, film strip projectors, and slide projectors with tape recorders into classrooms as instructional tools to help our teachers convey complex ideas. <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgReAfSJxO2ZPQQw49lTlxbAxdGQporrzpsik9US-rbNa0mMv5bhroeZK2_hBsI7uPmUghFkDXRWRzv_lUdRjeHrRT1E6wNNNMWMsy4hEyGomuk7khPTXUN4eVCt14eArR9mwKYrIN1L2Oc0i6gtLHMUYNtHRpGAXvD3TycWe9PSs2v3z1DkXaRT7iB4Q" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1472" data-original-width="1399" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgReAfSJxO2ZPQQw49lTlxbAxdGQporrzpsik9US-rbNa0mMv5bhroeZK2_hBsI7uPmUghFkDXRWRzv_lUdRjeHrRT1E6wNNNMWMsy4hEyGomuk7khPTXUN4eVCt14eArR9mwKYrIN1L2Oc0i6gtLHMUYNtHRpGAXvD3TycWe9PSs2v3z1DkXaRT7iB4Q=w200-h210" width="200" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">But probably the assignment that had the most impact on me in high school was the project we did creating our own multi-media slideshow in our Humanities class. I remember taking photos from books using a copy stand and having those converted to REAL slides that projected on the classroom wall in sync with the tape recorder playing the song "Bus Rider" by The Guess Who. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Considering that this was in 1973, I would certainly describe my humanities teachers, Noel Ford and Maggie Griffith, as risk takers and early adopters of educational technology and innovative teaching practices. As a matter of fact, they are probably the reason I became a teacher. And it was not because of the technology they used, but because they made me think deeply about everything. I still refer to that class as my awakening as a learner. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">More than 50 years later, I am still a strong advocate of making media as a way to engage and empower students. The tools we have to do this with no longer require a special AV room or special staff to roll them into our classroom. Today's tools allow us to design instruction using UDL strategies that allow students multiple modes of expression. They allow us to provide instructional materials using multiple modes of representation, and they allow teachers to include multiple modes of engagement. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOnOPYUZWaurLlUy53nwuOJy4B7TCqwgweFWEtvaWwxRU38ubsHGBdzBeK_7uM1EroE6L7MZgUtu02YWxA83vTYH3GSXjQ3b_fofLr5NS6K-XkhHp1MV695WwT-ivOUGSISYg053LU_NVkSRvvYWxKJrXUReZm183bKDJXI63wfFGsWBAfrcVsFYxfPg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="335" data-original-width="1024" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOnOPYUZWaurLlUy53nwuOJy4B7TCqwgweFWEtvaWwxRU38ubsHGBdzBeK_7uM1EroE6L7MZgUtu02YWxA83vTYH3GSXjQ3b_fofLr5NS6K-XkhHp1MV695WwT-ivOUGSISYg053LU_NVkSRvvYWxKJrXUReZm183bKDJXI63wfFGsWBAfrcVsFYxfPg=w640-h210" width="640" /></a></div>Today's tools allow us to design instruction using UDL strategies that allow students multiple modes of expression. They allow us to provide instructional materials using multiple modes of representation, and they allow teachers to include multiple modes of engagement. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using today's technology, a teacher can create multiple modes of representation by recording a podcast episode or making a movie that more clearly conveys a complex idea. They can combine the audio and video with text into an interactive e-book that students can access at school, at home, or even while riding the bus home. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But even more exciting is that students, also, can also make media to create multiple modes of expression as they publish their own podcast, create their own movies, or author their own ebooks using tools that they carry in their pocket. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And when you combine Universal Design for Learning with Project Based Learning design elements the possibilities for multiple modes of engagement expand even more. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJpZlY4EBxqsaHYXKbUBU08Yrx64Z3BdOAH1dMhn1u225IFyOmBDCp1valDQpO_0JGhFspkR82Hz7NyLwyNazAzFIw_T4GrtOzIfKuDaUJZTS2CpHI-ZcYgsoRDvbIBGArn7yROJeguahWhhxTyGDbIpBONAjTu7vYAfJl9eje0hdG1jIdFPXQgCaDDQ" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1540" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJpZlY4EBxqsaHYXKbUBU08Yrx64Z3BdOAH1dMhn1u225IFyOmBDCp1valDQpO_0JGhFspkR82Hz7NyLwyNazAzFIw_T4GrtOzIfKuDaUJZTS2CpHI-ZcYgsoRDvbIBGArn7yROJeguahWhhxTyGDbIpBONAjTu7vYAfJl9eje0hdG1jIdFPXQgCaDDQ=w499-h640" width="499" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pblworks.org/what-is-pbl/gold-standard-project-design" target="_blank">Image credit: PBLWorks</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Media Making tools can provide student choice of several different public products to express their voice. Students can create public products like Podcast, Videos, or interactive e-Books for authentic audiences. They can collaborate as teams to dive into a sustained inquiry into a topic that interest them or a challenging problem or question. The collaborative nature of today's media making tools like WeVideo, Canva, or Book Creator allow students to critique and revise their projects to create what <span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #444444;"> </span><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/ron-berger-power-beautiful-work/" style="color: #f15922; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; text-decoration-line: none;">Ron Berger calls Beautiful Works. </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvtf5e_8beuhnrsPY9qF0gFng0iFoC_UcSbSP7SBhBznT1xTUy-H18TBRssXaG-6DczKOmJAUFv7f4to_yvQzxtyVXS1QewQeB3mFEKrmbFU71WfN8vp52ozZsBZFCjBzvMUQ6jJV1f4B5lX7yOvwKBdoazQOO75kt1OBdyq8W_rg_F02QqdjmHDlxKg" style="color: #fdb912; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="916" data-original-width="1986" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvtf5e_8beuhnrsPY9qF0gFng0iFoC_UcSbSP7SBhBznT1xTUy-H18TBRssXaG-6DczKOmJAUFv7f4to_yvQzxtyVXS1QewQeB3mFEKrmbFU71WfN8vp52ozZsBZFCjBzvMUQ6jJV1f4B5lX7yOvwKBdoazQOO75kt1OBdyq8W_rg_F02QqdjmHDlxKg=w640-h296" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(234, 234, 234); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">But it takes more than digital tools to design powerful learning like those we see in in this<a href="https://modelsofexcellence.eleducation.org/projects/slithering-snake-stories" target="_blank"> Expeditionary Learning Project - Snakes Are Born This Way.</a> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Learn more about how this second grade classroom worked with Ron Berger and Steve Seidel to achieve deeper learning goals and meet state standards while creating beautiful works in the form of a music video and interactive ebooks </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">From: </span><a href="https://eleducation.org/resources/snakes-are-born-this-way" style="text-align: left;">https://eleducation.org/resources/snakes-are-born-this-way</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><div><br style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="canada-type-gibson, Arial, Verdana, "sans-serif"" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 21px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="canada-type-gibson, Arial, Verdana, "sans-serif"" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 21px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; text-align: left;">Berger:</span><span face="canada-type-gibson, Arial, Verdana, "sans-serif"" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 21px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; text-align: left;"> When I say “beautiful work,” people think aesthetically beautiful work. But I also think scientifically beautiful work, mathematically beautiful work—it can be in any field. Sometimes beautiful work is acts of courage and kindness and contribution to the world. Civic action can be beautiful work, artistic expression can be beautiful work, scientific ideas can be beautiful work.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="canada-type-gibson, Arial, Verdana, "sans-serif"" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 21px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="canada-type-gibson, Arial, Verdana, "sans-serif"" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 21px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div>I'm excited for my latest collaboration with <a href="http://vtruraledu.org/learn">Vermont Rural Education Council </a>where educators can gain the creative confidence they need to make media by producing podcast, make movies with green screen and other special effects, and publish interactive e-books and apply their new skills to the design of instructions that uses Universal Design for Learning strategies and design elements for Project Based Learning. <div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-35c30ee1-7fff-a763-9179-598eb9f42c94"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yenxMFyzThZJjo4uVxb3nAQW3MVdfmU9/view?usp=sharing" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Flyer</span></a></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKEIcBorEtOlMl5y4k4apdLTtFtCnrOLx17QR-Kw71x3ewpg/viewform?usp=sf_link" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 10pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration</span></a></p><br /><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cc91GA99IWlZPrQnH1nheHQN-DKHGfJYN6_hI4x3C5Q/edit" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 10pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Syllabus</span></a></p><div><br /></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlq__loHktw4U_leJ7R1rpE3jB87gdNrGXkNZcZfRUUSAEbrRtTf8psRfhbDFyc-B-p9u4stfFbUd_Nl1vI5ssNozTByQvAF1iC15Qj9SFc-QGNwWd2ue3yi131cxVqffS3phyLer0P8laSruDpVdy0ZIKLcfvb4GDYSLdP1VAXJbqhQjEWS9TSDml-w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1650" data-original-width="1275" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlq__loHktw4U_leJ7R1rpE3jB87gdNrGXkNZcZfRUUSAEbrRtTf8psRfhbDFyc-B-p9u4stfFbUd_Nl1vI5ssNozTByQvAF1iC15Qj9SFc-QGNwWd2ue3yi131cxVqffS3phyLer0P8laSruDpVdy0ZIKLcfvb4GDYSLdP1VAXJbqhQjEWS9TSDml-w=w493-h640" width="493" /></a></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p><br /></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-70551688879921986142022-12-26T08:57:00.001-08:002022-12-26T08:57:38.070-08:00How Making for Others Contributes to Learning Process <p>The holiday season often brings the opportunity to MAKE for others. Traditionally I've made lots of food gifts. I love baking around the holidays - especially French Canadian favorites like tortiere (meat pies) and Bouche the Noel. I've also taken to making ornaments to give to my family. </p><p>Since I especially love learning new tools and processes and I've been a bit obsessed with snowflakes lately, I came up with an ornament idea that involved all of the above. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhK2veMN7hrFV6bLsnM0y86USmwKUZhXrfkt1Nug0ompgYVDg8PKKt-9tSivJgKafgHFPfVEk1Lzioh2maK2r2xEJhIdBrh393ClUM-wZdENMUAjb6kqOVM2vKG_nko7QAHHCQmxoIrJtGcIWzkbNUJd4BbW-DP93CHLOrxUh4U08tnTmoNwXKeDUKdow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1373" data-original-width="1373" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhK2veMN7hrFV6bLsnM0y86USmwKUZhXrfkt1Nug0ompgYVDg8PKKt-9tSivJgKafgHFPfVEk1Lzioh2maK2r2xEJhIdBrh393ClUM-wZdENMUAjb6kqOVM2vKG_nko7QAHHCQmxoIrJtGcIWzkbNUJd4BbW-DP93CHLOrxUh4U08tnTmoNwXKeDUKdow=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>The ornament design I was envisioning provided me with the opportunity to learn to use CUTTLE.xyz for design as well as how to engrave acrylic using the Cricut Maker. I also got to pull out my e-textile supplies and experiment with designing switches. </p><p>In my recent experiences creating Code You Can Touch, I've been coding SnowFlakes. My laser cutter is a fun way to turn Code into something I can touch like this LED nightlight. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhnQQ8QnZH7uD9zO-zcE-081qCHH-tvLM5QlFQFzES_XO2rGCcccJj9tH_2fohW2RV4M84lPqUMZpGIilkP8WlGyg2h_eI2LpLMfIL8mnlHxuIVQ7F8CuzPYKvGA7pCs4ECX9Ah0fFOTuSkifq1a8fom2Q_sNi6Tb3cUiDAsSFJgHnLJZN3YAZJ5caKGw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhnQQ8QnZH7uD9zO-zcE-081qCHH-tvLM5QlFQFzES_XO2rGCcccJj9tH_2fohW2RV4M84lPqUMZpGIilkP8WlGyg2h_eI2LpLMfIL8mnlHxuIVQ7F8CuzPYKvGA7pCs4ECX9Ah0fFOTuSkifq1a8fom2Q_sNi6Tb3cUiDAsSFJgHnLJZN3YAZJ5caKGw" width="180" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p> I realize that most schools don't have access to a laser cutter, but many schools have adopted computer controlled cutters like the Cricut Maker - and for those who don't yet - the cost is within reach. So I purchased the <a href="https://cricut.com/en-us/cutting-machines/cricut-maker/accessories/engraving-tip-quickswap-housing/2006978.html">Cricut Engraving tool</a> which I've found for around $20 online and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Acrylic-Blanks/s?k=Acrylic+Blanks" target="_blank">some acrylic blanks</a>. After watching a few YouTube videos for tips and tricks to engraving acrylic with the Cricut Maker, I discovered that indeed it is possible to engrave with more accessible tools for schools. As you might expect, its nowhere near as fast as it is on a laser cutter, but it can be done! </p><p>I used the purple (stickiest mat), taped down by acrylic with blue tape, and changed my CUT line type to ENGRAVE and 20 minutes later I had engraved my first acrylic blank with a snowflake design. However, I discovered that the engraving of an SVG file only engraves the outline of the graphic, and that was not the result I was looking for. I wanted the Cricut to engrave inside my graphic. After a little more research, I learned that using the SLICE feature of the Cricut Design software with a HATCH LINE FILL pattern would make the engraving look solid. <a href="https://youtu.be/hIPnbJ1m7MQ" target="_blank">This video created by Kay from Clever Someday,</a> not only shows you how, but Kay also includes a Cricut Starter project with the line pattern you need for this technique. (look at her show notes in the video description) It worked perfectly and helped me understand how engraving on acrylic works by scratching lots of lines close together and how to create that effect. She also has lots of <a href="https://cleversomeday.com/cricutengrave/" target="_blank">extra resources on her website/blog.</a></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZdfy0lW9cA2w3xGzakgrCnkEkmbxfu4YCxNKNAVxJtpzL2veoSxvv5pBjBat6bx07c24_XU2h3xbQCusFxiOLdxx3O6YrweC2iYlMsFnv98r1tK7mWm3VkLRulzGWL8A4cGTzUnWv-QqM_kLFsn8McvLSMgueX-2uiV6YdBdMqZikaXRVYCrC6a9evw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1677" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZdfy0lW9cA2w3xGzakgrCnkEkmbxfu4YCxNKNAVxJtpzL2veoSxvv5pBjBat6bx07c24_XU2h3xbQCusFxiOLdxx3O6YrweC2iYlMsFnv98r1tK7mWm3VkLRulzGWL8A4cGTzUnWv-QqM_kLFsn8McvLSMgueX-2uiV6YdBdMqZikaXRVYCrC6a9evw" width="320" /></a></div><br />Also on my "To Do" list was to learn to use <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/" target="_blank">Cuttle.xyz </a>- a web based tool I've recently discovered in my search for a tool that students could use on their Chromebooks to design SVG files. Since Corel's take over of Gravit, I've been trying lots of different workflows and excited to discover <a href="https://cuttle.xyz/" target="_blank">Cuttle.xyz </a>not only works on a Chromebook, but that the company is also listening to educators' need for student data privacy agreements. <p></p><p>I found the interface with Cuttle to be a little less intuitive than I had hoped, but after a little practice with their tutorials, I started to get the hang of their approach and was able to envision a design for my ornaments. Of course, it helped that Cuttle had <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woZVsMPnUBc" target="_blank">a beginning tutorial using SNOWFLAKEs </a>-which I've been obsessed with lately. The Getting Started<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RagVv6sxKU&list=PLEVSQTxqVer9slE7LQlJuCvIYKlJXG2oF&index=4" target="_blank"> Part 1</a>. and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwr6Bp4HXMU&list=PLEVSQTxqVer9slE7LQlJuCvIYKlJXG2oF&index=5" target="_blank"> Part 2</a> were also particularly helpful. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/woZVsMPnUBc" width="320" youtube-src-id="woZVsMPnUBc"></iframe></div><br /><p>I must say that my prior limited knowledge with SVG design were both a help and a hindrance and I had bit of trouble wrapping my head around how Cuttle.xyz uses MODIFIERS, but once I started to see how easy it was to GROUP objects, and add or remove modifiers to the group using the panel on the right side of the screen, I began to really enjoy experimenting with Cuttle. I still haven't figured out how to vectorize the border of a fat stroke without using the Stacked Layer modifier described above. I'm sure there is a way. I'll do a different blog post that gets into my learning journey with Cuttle as I continue to learn more. For now I'll continue to describe my experience designing these ornaments with broad strokes. More details later, I promise. </p><p><br /></p><p>After successfully designing the snowflake from the tutorial and using boolean operators to add the snowflake stems to a 3 inch circle, I was on my way to create the design I imagined. Working with white poster board proved to be a great medium for this design. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCkYvExu2byYc4nPlXHgNtQvm0cxNgOvsvyxUIcSI85rbl2lgWvBCXYtUcKVQniFAlnA9fNOkbDtzPFUlE9b9tzO3MthGz66g5j3ZjHruuG_GsBEWEFXoqmh6_RSV6d1bcPQRufNqzhaEJ4lyV_kmK_-sE3lhb1-cnU0-4mAWLvzhpI6zoPI2845Wiog" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCkYvExu2byYc4nPlXHgNtQvm0cxNgOvsvyxUIcSI85rbl2lgWvBCXYtUcKVQniFAlnA9fNOkbDtzPFUlE9b9tzO3MthGz66g5j3ZjHruuG_GsBEWEFXoqmh6_RSV6d1bcPQRufNqzhaEJ4lyV_kmK_-sE3lhb1-cnU0-4mAWLvzhpI6zoPI2845Wiog" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As if Cuttle was tuned into my snowflake obsession, they had created this really<a href="https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Name-Snowflake-Ornament-5HKNEddwMGMR" target="_blank"> fun SNOWFLAKE NAME generator tool. </a> They even used a version of my name as an example (Lucia). But I quickly started to create a design with the names of my grandchildren. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiryWzvaajI5cD8T7NQIuOkgSd9fr0FJVKnA9J6wnbpf2b7--temfVWO0kz1ktvBRuJwf3B5YtBpEhiVTAAZxNnbnrUbQXakDOZ1cOR-FLt-NU3iwMQCSuKnRFhDfAK7xAs29K_qDUYmB7zO4_lfDQMPrQv-yZRvdOD3-FuyQ_3GH-Tnf03uRLIVWfe3Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="824" data-original-width="1382" height="382" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiryWzvaajI5cD8T7NQIuOkgSd9fr0FJVKnA9J6wnbpf2b7--temfVWO0kz1ktvBRuJwf3B5YtBpEhiVTAAZxNnbnrUbQXakDOZ1cOR-FLt-NU3iwMQCSuKnRFhDfAK7xAs29K_qDUYmB7zO4_lfDQMPrQv-yZRvdOD3-FuyQ_3GH-Tnf03uRLIVWfe3Q=w640-h382" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Above you can see my first iteration. After learning how to do a fill pattern for the engraving and how to size and center my SVG file I was engraving with my Cricut maker, I was excited to continue to experiment. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Soon I discovered that with the right font and by playing around with the parameters of the snowflake name generator tool you could create some really beautiful snowflake designs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg83paoJADhTIZ0zWXH-gqX85D15MTeMZNhjdaNbrw3HHYID55yR90UNuhSD54S9frYkQ-ECKy2_3HZZcEw5Qc2mCd2JaaBJHkOZQwKEKRjcG-grI_vv8lvsDWKC3Nf0Y05NFl9PVF5XeCAAoSTT7m2ZSM6Ld9cMV64ufg0sBPPL5id1jXwUrGWvEfyeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg83paoJADhTIZ0zWXH-gqX85D15MTeMZNhjdaNbrw3HHYID55yR90UNuhSD54S9frYkQ-ECKy2_3HZZcEw5Qc2mCd2JaaBJHkOZQwKEKRjcG-grI_vv8lvsDWKC3Nf0Y05NFl9PVF5XeCAAoSTT7m2ZSM6Ld9cMV64ufg0sBPPL5id1jXwUrGWvEfyeg=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Above, you can see the SVG file I created for Julian by playing with parameters of Cuttle's Name Generator tool laid out on a Hatch Line pattern, ready for slicing in Cricut Design space. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So much Fun! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Inspired, I had an idea that required more learning with Cuttle. What if I could blend the names of Julian's parents in a single ornament. I knew what I wanted to accomplish, and it took a few tutorials to master the basics of Cuttle so that I had more control with editing paths to accomplish this - but perseverance, a few more Cuttle tutorials, and a growth mindset, helped me come close to my vision. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZ2y0P04w4MC1beNIpCYOoJLqf5R3dWswS891p7cZdqsBpbiSI7mgCZRgt5utAqaNnK-3rqy9uQGjkKfoG0FZ0cVS0ck6Dt2JsxTLLYs9FvpHdqo5cE6jxJ4AnizTjMuiTl8vEywCZu7wLi-JDOfKSU5AklzBbrgPWsgFPaT1dHC9wv3G5MM1CNIKZnQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="492" data-original-width="522" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZ2y0P04w4MC1beNIpCYOoJLqf5R3dWswS891p7cZdqsBpbiSI7mgCZRgt5utAqaNnK-3rqy9uQGjkKfoG0FZ0cVS0ck6Dt2JsxTLLYs9FvpHdqo5cE6jxJ4AnizTjMuiTl8vEywCZu7wLi-JDOfKSU5AklzBbrgPWsgFPaT1dHC9wv3G5MM1CNIKZnQ" width="255" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My vision was to light up the acrylic snowflake name ornaments inside a bigger white snowflake.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For this I dug out my eTextile supplies: conductive thread, sewable led, alligator clips, coin cell battery and battery holder, Very Skinny needle, and invaluable threader. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_20VKuUeCbYpVGX6_ZgrWKadnzluAO-bu0eXU6TomlpwhIGUlCZNzcEi5Cet3tvMK0whctC9dIjVJgSgOovXcB7amFol8zdkxUfvb1T_6n3hyYK8XSDxxwNyx6j8spwILUfyyGyWzNpBP2TLrZp4Dsjtc-LJbWg6GEKKk3GcVECE-RIe5J0x_bKn4rw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="944" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_20VKuUeCbYpVGX6_ZgrWKadnzluAO-bu0eXU6TomlpwhIGUlCZNzcEi5Cet3tvMK0whctC9dIjVJgSgOovXcB7amFol8zdkxUfvb1T_6n3hyYK8XSDxxwNyx6j8spwILUfyyGyWzNpBP2TLrZp4Dsjtc-LJbWg6GEKKk3GcVECE-RIe5J0x_bKn4rw=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I cut out a circle inside a circle from cardboard, and used conductive thread and a sewable LED. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJp83h67r3I2FPqGQw_oSMtZOQ8vF-2Iez3PR36GZ_-v5HAzI8IlrXrtW_TEfMNepj8zZvtIHYNfVnyb80fcRtSe5D4jZhMKCLOSht6BJ3IiJYjVPLxb9w71sbPjlGM0WkcDI9BZuIMkN0zM6cxBodg2H3t1HQQ-eh3MSKqd2otuocQaIaDqcoZVlgXQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJp83h67r3I2FPqGQw_oSMtZOQ8vF-2Iez3PR36GZ_-v5HAzI8IlrXrtW_TEfMNepj8zZvtIHYNfVnyb80fcRtSe5D4jZhMKCLOSht6BJ3IiJYjVPLxb9w71sbPjlGM0WkcDI9BZuIMkN0zM6cxBodg2H3t1HQQ-eh3MSKqd2otuocQaIaDqcoZVlgXQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sewable LED's were much brighter than my regular LED's and created a nice contrast. They also fit snuggly against the edge of the acrylic. The corrugated cardboard provided the perfect channel for the conductive thread to pass through.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZG4ijCrk1RfJTVBwLyCgcw8UgHEx9TKCoGA94O1v55WuFAhlv2FiLa1qY4_zOKmMhHRaLELtBjlI0rTPb1giA3vRxz8tDD2Ds5T8HHmj3vb5EIA0JRYeAm_2LKyireSFmq25Hc1vQVXxNH4QW63vXdcUDdebc_cSqUpPBCYRLq1dnRQyRnl4X2y0IYA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZG4ijCrk1RfJTVBwLyCgcw8UgHEx9TKCoGA94O1v55WuFAhlv2FiLa1qY4_zOKmMhHRaLELtBjlI0rTPb1giA3vRxz8tDD2Ds5T8HHmj3vb5EIA0JRYeAm_2LKyireSFmq25Hc1vQVXxNH4QW63vXdcUDdebc_cSqUpPBCYRLq1dnRQyRnl4X2y0IYA=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">With a little experimenting I was able to create the right size hole (2.80 inches) in my snowflake design to glue onto the front and back of my cardboard that held my 3 inch acrylic ornament.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiEoU_GRwRm7YXA4gTckOsZI5lK4tSIzsad7u2Mymz0u3zUiye5ZBIOq9ntYEAXOXAfF7jeEejUUe4EhajgPn0Nbkkfq4ODjczredXtVHlGxhq8jJjzTOejw3nhG5i35VA9bxahHa4r20QxpHHxe-bNOJe_a6GZCyeNsVrczFYCwb-4RAk95k7lJHafbQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiEoU_GRwRm7YXA4gTckOsZI5lK4tSIzsad7u2Mymz0u3zUiye5ZBIOq9ntYEAXOXAfF7jeEejUUe4EhajgPn0Nbkkfq4ODjczredXtVHlGxhq8jJjzTOejw3nhG5i35VA9bxahHa4r20QxpHHxe-bNOJe_a6GZCyeNsVrczFYCwb-4RAk95k7lJHafbQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />I was pretty excited about the main ornament design.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But then came the biggest challenge, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">how to create an assembly that would allow the ornament to be <br />powered and switched off and on. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh3JdkJ6lNczYXsz9Xma5SGQfxLhyiYeWgWaGFH_93py76ccucVKKBZz-QiwY90y3r6hIOnoFo72GiKvdxsJUj4CznATHWPUdwLJCkeG9McS-e-tfyffQxWxZDdp19VM840PKnfsiEDzsxx2l4bh7pJc1tEFP8PEt__sR2ik34wPI3IzunbIe2uH5q_ZA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1258" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh3JdkJ6lNczYXsz9Xma5SGQfxLhyiYeWgWaGFH_93py76ccucVKKBZz-QiwY90y3r6hIOnoFo72GiKvdxsJUj4CznATHWPUdwLJCkeG9McS-e-tfyffQxWxZDdp19VM840PKnfsiEDzsxx2l4bh7pJc1tEFP8PEt__sR2ik34wPI3IzunbIe2uH5q_ZA=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div>My first iteration included sewing a snap onto the battery holder and onto some ribbon.<br />Unfortunately I did not have cloth ribbon, and this design didn't work so great with the Christmas ribbon laying around my place. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div>I had more success experimenting with Cuttle to create different snowflake designs so each ornament could have its own unique snowflake. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdHlF3REtoQvYS90dYNSCW42nDx8FEVB3HE1n4-BINN15VqNS3C6vb66Ww8WXd4xXy0gBTUlteX4SwPEZWfAbkNST4F5csE5ulXj5Cy92WfMIxCQoTvDZqBCV31yX10o2KYeQoge65ciux2Zqjn-mvqXJdm8vuu5xLMc6ehd8_IYzR_gu3_falDAFi9w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="928" data-original-width="884" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdHlF3REtoQvYS90dYNSCW42nDx8FEVB3HE1n4-BINN15VqNS3C6vb66Ww8WXd4xXy0gBTUlteX4SwPEZWfAbkNST4F5csE5ulXj5Cy92WfMIxCQoTvDZqBCV31yX10o2KYeQoge65ciux2Zqjn-mvqXJdm8vuu5xLMc6ehd8_IYzR_gu3_falDAFi9w=w382-h400" width="382" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;">A few days later, I discovered a fabric shop nearby and picked up some cloth ribbon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I kept experimenting with different designs for the switch and landed on one that seemed to work <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0xXTB4Be8Q" target="_blank">using Jie Qi's paper coin cell battery holder. </a> I wrapped the conductive thread around the copper tape extensions. I'm thinking it might have worked better with fabric based conductive tape. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi59Un1prFFHIUzCH9Rqd5jmC_hbsZxuR4h_SvnHqUP53tje0eVtojm5gV38OGeJ8zq_7kecmsKbUD4wcMl7OCMqEpnjd3dVFudQZH9TapUDRbhXM2MNueobzKMth5c30s2ZgyC5g4_FUtisER7YlZLEJEXemZhLOJTjEMF5hSXAX8IMrxZpV6s6xCCpw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1678" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi59Un1prFFHIUzCH9Rqd5jmC_hbsZxuR4h_SvnHqUP53tje0eVtojm5gV38OGeJ8zq_7kecmsKbUD4wcMl7OCMqEpnjd3dVFudQZH9TapUDRbhXM2MNueobzKMth5c30s2ZgyC5g4_FUtisER7YlZLEJEXemZhLOJTjEMF5hSXAX8IMrxZpV6s6xCCpw=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And after several days of making and practicing my growth mindset, I ended up with 4 rather large unique snowflake ornaments for Oliver, Julian, and their parents. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjpcnRRV3rQhTkpz84GX7BP0zjdnE0AnR0eao8DAY5kg4v0namHCpsRfBa61fvwMDFUKDHxQkXA8zjdj8aPsB02SLNOTjg3-jk081pZcPTH2mCyTjUYnbqe8pSSKAMKcqcorLabnc0QdOFmqhENBwmnOsSy57xnwGe0HgeB5TmzLIOvUogxmaMkuRbQ-A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1258" data-original-width="1258" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjpcnRRV3rQhTkpz84GX7BP0zjdnE0AnR0eao8DAY5kg4v0namHCpsRfBa61fvwMDFUKDHxQkXA8zjdj8aPsB02SLNOTjg3-jk081pZcPTH2mCyTjUYnbqe8pSSKAMKcqcorLabnc0QdOFmqhENBwmnOsSy57xnwGe0HgeB5TmzLIOvUogxmaMkuRbQ-A=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />And in between my ornament making sessions, I found time for some more age appropriate making with Julian and Oliver. </div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKe0qAKkIJEOrHW3OOKvOyL9CrJhWccnkkNDsC30kIVE0TDZbKUA399iRDsaAXNu8y8B3BE8dUZa7oUrVqRymDvGAQTG7MVjUFoKMLUNxq2ExTABYCuqGoJzHnw7ilbMuCViUlpCkr9cp6E-gzQCr4tKKZFPjcFJdwmHs1E8cfHxsRCr6CT6JedHVW2g" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1196" data-original-width="1320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKe0qAKkIJEOrHW3OOKvOyL9CrJhWccnkkNDsC30kIVE0TDZbKUA399iRDsaAXNu8y8B3BE8dUZa7oUrVqRymDvGAQTG7MVjUFoKMLUNxq2ExTABYCuqGoJzHnw7ilbMuCViUlpCkr9cp6E-gzQCr4tKKZFPjcFJdwmHs1E8cfHxsRCr6CT6JedHVW2g" width="265" /></a></div><br /></div></div></div><p></p><p>Throughout the process I kept thinking about the fact that making for someone I loved, really contributed through the perseverance needed to exercise that growth mindset. Many of us in education are familiar with Carol Dweck's work around Growth Mindset. Making (especially making for others) is a fabulous way to help students develop that growth mindset. Throughout my process this holiday, I kept thinking about how my motivation and perseverance were impacted because I was making for others I love and how I've seen this play out in several maker related learning experiences. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_X0mgOOSpLU" width="320" youtube-src-id="_X0mgOOSpLU"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So when you consider your WHY - in designing space for learning through creating and making in our schools, consider Carol Dweck's research on growth mindset. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZyWu5skE30Ts5dP1XMlQBOv9DMUfiQI_w-tWzbCJJxlIwuPQpmVYRiqj0dmycDht4oC8rpybtjAf1ZTOjoq8PIpON0ZjqZrFB7zhM9vXQmgok4rIOmJzQ1Jt0Uw-SA9KZH_YqzwM3YMUI7Rbofhsk_RnFADzgHyu-YU_z0Pt1fEMEuJ2ZDLfLGimgSg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="802" data-original-width="620" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZyWu5skE30Ts5dP1XMlQBOv9DMUfiQI_w-tWzbCJJxlIwuPQpmVYRiqj0dmycDht4oC8rpybtjAf1ZTOjoq8PIpON0ZjqZrFB7zhM9vXQmgok4rIOmJzQ1Jt0Uw-SA9KZH_YqzwM3YMUI7Rbofhsk_RnFADzgHyu-YU_z0Pt1fEMEuJ2ZDLfLGimgSg=w496-h640" width="496" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><br /><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-66936360668982848892022-12-11T17:14:00.006-08:002022-12-19T17:09:28.896-08:00The SnowFlake Challenge - Making an Artifact<p>If you've been following along with the 3 previous post, you are ready to MAKE SOMETHING fun with your SNOWFLAKE design. </p><ul class="posts" style="background-color: white; border-width: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 1.2; list-style: none none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-indent: -15px;"><li style="background: none; border-width: 0px; list-style: outside none none; margin: 0.25em 0px; padding: 0.25em 0px 0.25em 1.3em; text-align: center;"><a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/code-you-can-touch-snow-flake-challenge.html" style="color: #f15922; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Code You Can Touch - Snow Flake Challenge</span></a></li><li style="background: none; border-width: 0px; list-style: outside none none; margin: 0.25em 0px; padding: 0.25em 0px 0.25em 1.3em; text-align: center;"><a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-snowflake-challenge-part-1-of-2.html" style="color: #f15922; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The SnowFlake Challenge Part 1 of 2</span></a></li><li style="background: none; border-width: 0px; list-style: outside none none; margin: 0.25em 0px; padding: 0.25em 0px 0.25em 1.3em; text-align: center;"><a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-snowflake-coding-challenge-part-2.html" style="color: #f15922; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The Snowflake Coding Challenge Part 2 of 2</span></a></li></ul><p>In the last post we showed you how to take your Snowflake design from SCRATCH and convert it to an SVG file.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQYhYA24PfgFQHz1SBt1AMJctf-gjw2da8BZIuMeWwGsw4dANcHm8-4hHHtB1vLs4i_p9qXiRdX7I8BXnOgxaP1ThFKg8um1BENtgkgyZj9MT1Ul-G9rQwPNrVTIcFIa6M4H4wsdaF5UVGh7SHKMCO_UdBzr1KMbdXmHuf_HNghWF9lajRXgTNuoh11Q/s4032/IMG_1112.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQYhYA24PfgFQHz1SBt1AMJctf-gjw2da8BZIuMeWwGsw4dANcHm8-4hHHtB1vLs4i_p9qXiRdX7I8BXnOgxaP1ThFKg8um1BENtgkgyZj9MT1Ul-G9rQwPNrVTIcFIa6M4H4wsdaF5UVGh7SHKMCO_UdBzr1KMbdXmHuf_HNghWF9lajRXgTNuoh11Q/s320/IMG_1112.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Once you have it as an SVG file you can choose your favorite maker tool to create something meaningful from the design you coded.<p></p><p><br />Many schools and libraries have electronic cutters like the CRICUT and SILHOUETTE cutter. These can be used to cut paper, vinyl, fabric, and much more. </p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_txhScvd72I&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">This video</a> walks you through the steps you need to use your SNOWFLAKE svg file to create something with an electronic cutter like these ornaments.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_txhScvd72I" width="320" youtube-src-id="_txhScvd72I"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAIQyLHBciQZpyeBA-qNcpcQIlfhgEOPzo-lRbv1KoQp1Q3pcBM_WUV1YzvEUJq0eDpCOYlQKschSF2yJrVbx_DuWq5O3fEMTW5Fp9Bu-dlc1GXZZZORoclIe6unmee3YIsUVzF1BiIzM0lrize1eBvFutQvfJWdAb-v2D46cu6mGEYNfAv-2y5M89w/s1263/earrings%20snowflake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1263" data-original-width="1160" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAIQyLHBciQZpyeBA-qNcpcQIlfhgEOPzo-lRbv1KoQp1Q3pcBM_WUV1YzvEUJq0eDpCOYlQKschSF2yJrVbx_DuWq5O3fEMTW5Fp9Bu-dlc1GXZZZORoclIe6unmee3YIsUVzF1BiIzM0lrize1eBvFutQvfJWdAb-v2D46cu6mGEYNfAv-2y5M89w/w184-h200/earrings%20snowflake.jpg" width="184" /></a></div>I even got to create some new earrings <p></p><p>on faux Suede cut on the Cricut</p><p>using my coded snowflake.</p><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>If you have access to a laser cutter, you could cut your design or etch your design on acrylic and insert it into a LED base to create a special night light. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4TUCmWfvSSurxGUiW6JAtMf8BvlmkIZmu8mIO1FCPSyHZpLExmRhc_4wGw5ur1eVPrZUOYOi4TxQXiBVrmpPqbxZNV8MNgaafWuZrVbSRhkW8zRsRwi0lIyp5GRwJDDwajDgUoAdYc7NgUkch74MbdqfPCGM4YUV7TYfXMNXRBlvOHG13fh3gcbDigQ/s4032/IMG_0100%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you have access to a 3D printer, you can import your SVG file into TinkerCad<br />Adjust the size and send it to your 3D printer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxb0Y8AxCTWNwOzxSvy8avbCMgVBikMrNFL2KJw5yWv4M2EQs_1bzA7E3hdSie5Sc5Y2jA6ANph-R1jOK7-Q6r2Q82Q7m-0k0Yu5WjCvjO-ZvUpxXD6b3dnTlTINY-5LRds0n5k_e-M645_LzyL1jsCdVI9Aw6Jrzv6dWdBReKwUL5O2r-1-sFJPvkQ/s2550/snowflake%20tinkercad.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="844" data-original-width="2550" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxb0Y8AxCTWNwOzxSvy8avbCMgVBikMrNFL2KJw5yWv4M2EQs_1bzA7E3hdSie5Sc5Y2jA6ANph-R1jOK7-Q6r2Q82Q7m-0k0Yu5WjCvjO-ZvUpxXD6b3dnTlTINY-5LRds0n5k_e-M645_LzyL1jsCdVI9Aw6Jrzv6dWdBReKwUL5O2r-1-sFJPvkQ/w640-h212/snowflake%20tinkercad.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So many possibilities!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And don't forget, you can always submit a photo of your SnowFlake Artifact</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">to our Code SnowFlake Challenge for a chance to win </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">an LED nightlight with your SnowFlake Design.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-90870622416292311782022-12-10T21:02:00.002-08:002022-12-11T11:11:17.953-08:00The Snowflake Coding Challenge Part 2 of 2<p> <a href="https://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-snowflake-challenge-part-1-of-2.html" target="_blank">Yesterday we completed </a>the first 10 of the puzzles <span face=""Gotham 4r", sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px;">in </span><a href="https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" style="background-color: white; color: #8f821a; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">this CODE.org</a> lesson teaching Anna and Elsa to create designs with their skates and also teaching the Scratch cat to do the same using SCRATCH.</p><p>Today we will continue to grow our confidence with code as we complete the last 10 puzzles of <span face=""Gotham 4r", sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"> </span><a href="https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" style="background-color: white; color: #8f821a; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">this CODE.org</a> sequence on both CODE.org and SCRATCH. </p><p><br /></p><p><b>With Puzzle 10,</b> we learned to draw a parallelogram.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyxqHXgCP5ho8Z5NndB2NaoY5YTNxXPKcq0ClCfJvAErhbp8NYfVEV9Rek6HPIjrOdwQSPh-dhe3ZI2cCimHP5fJEJ7PyK13ZNS74IVN1Qx38_Em_MzvjvDEF9BNdbo66qHZOS_mAjB232F5JC4D5rQI2xZIR5eyneQltmQhmQqYKiXGq9gZrt3Ijd7A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyxqHXgCP5ho8Z5NndB2NaoY5YTNxXPKcq0ClCfJvAErhbp8NYfVEV9Rek6HPIjrOdwQSPh-dhe3ZI2cCimHP5fJEJ7PyK13ZNS74IVN1Qx38_Em_MzvjvDEF9BNdbo66qHZOS_mAjB232F5JC4D5rQI2xZIR5eyneQltmQhmQqYKiXGq9gZrt3Ijd7A=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b>In Puzzle 11</b>, we use the REPEAT code block to draw 4 parallelograms evenly spaced apart, turning 90 degrees before drawing the next. Note that 360 degrees divided by 4 tells us that our angle turn should be 90 degrees. <p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjc99rNnkXMl-o2_Hs1NFofWErn9aZld_ajbUcqaj_FCUgb96YKP97ymFuw3LEZlbXS-dp1zmrJrOP4YQu-ZsqEEh-quOrHyd_12HoR7k3IEkwVdYRG1-JwK16j939Q14OXB0HfkoQ2G-MjlnjkDImrqnSwta19L99m_kVXz5HAomlvrCT-4tKMSS96vQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="614" data-original-width="500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjc99rNnkXMl-o2_Hs1NFofWErn9aZld_ajbUcqaj_FCUgb96YKP97ymFuw3LEZlbXS-dp1zmrJrOP4YQu-ZsqEEh-quOrHyd_12HoR7k3IEkwVdYRG1-JwK16j939Q14OXB0HfkoQ2G-MjlnjkDImrqnSwta19L99m_kVXz5HAomlvrCT-4tKMSS96vQ=w520-h640" width="520" /></a></div><br />Can you make the Scratch cat draw 4 parallelograms evenly spaced apart, turning 90 degrees between each? Hint: you could use 2 nested blocks to complete this task.<p></p><p><br /></p><p>Notice the 2 loops that will be used in this code. Can you put these 3 code sequences in the right order to complete the design above? </p><p><br /></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjzFZ6r97s_vRgyU7n-KTEjtDlkS5dvSr9uNBcTOZ2PL-xush4WAYS1Ha6voYHNkc_jQ5ZA7oMWTTlgkkDIGrdpOCNzXqopayMOlnp3XsJvTepMom-lf9VaTcEEyR4ogrQ5JCq-6l-NMRoUapQd9P5l7Sdt4aA5FYQM8tmGIVial6colysDjAxBcoBliw" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="706" data-original-width="2284" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjzFZ6r97s_vRgyU7n-KTEjtDlkS5dvSr9uNBcTOZ2PL-xush4WAYS1Ha6voYHNkc_jQ5ZA7oMWTTlgkkDIGrdpOCNzXqopayMOlnp3XsJvTepMom-lf9VaTcEEyR4ogrQ5JCq-6l-NMRoUapQd9P5l7Sdt4aA5FYQM8tmGIVial6colysDjAxBcoBliw=w640-h198" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">Give it a try!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Does your CODE look like this? </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-9b4a3a96-7fff-f79c-6fcf-50967dc366b0"><img height="611" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/awaesiBkrgx5e5MEyo7iAVbTjICRqN0OVhuipI7kxo_9BDWoOmxsYmpqKt5VMGGrxVnR4T98KXzHhy4Dnp1Ac8abmfqafc8-r0hBv0NFLqPHJzRJbe_JpL_hhz54Owxrbt6tVQoEX7FEQtbZ6AGYC76MGCtHnOayiTQ05x2PAH6jBDIWOoUXe4SRdEK_zxej=w640-h611" width="640" /></span></p><p><br /></p><p><b>In Puzzle 12,</b> we are challenged to create a similar design with 10 parallelograms. You'll not only need to change the REPEAT, you'll also need to change the number of degrees you turn in between each parallelogram. (Remember that a circle is 360 degrees) </p><p>Go ahead and try to complete this challenge using the FROZEN tutorial and then code the Scratch cat to also create this design. </p><p>Does your code look like this?</p><p><br /></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-d9813b02-7fff-e110-bd4a-2fb849aa5a5c"><img height="609" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/fGgJNW2ureGuPoABq_KdmldNzszCZXZEzgAF52sTc8muPIZDv0uWCTXQWj4CPzXBbOATWPIUEm_HQZxbThrqPgzKgq8ltLd_zrFN4S77yh4J2gFb6z4SD642zFvPsS0WyitHrWe2tfp4wi3X92pJmSQ5QDjMoL57UaeFCVhQGXloXz0U9O6GRaE8f2-tKMbF=w640-h609" width="640" /></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><b>In </b><b>Puzzle </b><b> 13, </b>we learn to draw a circle by drawing one step, turning 1 degree, and repeating that process 360 times. After completing the FROZEN tutorial, go ahead and code the Scratch Cat to draw a circle. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Does your Code look like this? </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-9d732131-7fff-95f4-2a17-ab83ccec816b"><img height="574" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/fCzJ_uTwagpq3s5Y3Q-05Zv7FOVYCLksfIRM-N0i8NzKYqEHJQRvC0s8YiBIx0lHjL3vP0dtRGXZ1jdF3EfqmIWuAS2y4OcVItpTAIj6OubouYpzj54eE7TGLDdIXRBu4QkEvAsBJFhBOpKqwgXRwGz04jePGddZ0A4OHyA5ACLQ65yJGIK2EO6ma2i_YaYP=w640-h574" width="640" /></span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b>Puzzle </b><b> 14 </b>is introduces a very important skill -- <b>Creating a Function!</b></p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/gm3GPfUq0Wg" target="_blank">This CODE.org video </a>does a GREAT job explaining why Functions are so important. After completing <b>Puzzle 14</b> in the Frozen tutorial, we'll want to create a similar function in SCRATCH. </p><p>Because Scratch does not have a JUMP command, we will also be creating a function that allows the Scratch cat to jump along with a function that creates a circle. </p><p>Let's get started! </p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-ba1eb054-7fff-ad8d-ffe2-dfcc619f57af"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Learn to use the MY BLOCKS feature in Scratch to create
a function and complete the Puzzle14 task.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><img height="391" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/w2K2buQanb-T_jGIIMsYkghs6K1sC7a7BFJAT284ItmKqjIJPTK61K8sahcDgJlDVTslkKaz5VckQuTtOIMppJl3yfYipGD3FKEK2jvsKCF0_e2_DHMAHXSYx7T_AT-LxFTM-tsN8teRsusqiUkd_n7N96rI8vX1KY1SOeftlHX2Guu0tXquLIvALil5kAj9=w640-h391" width="640" /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Watch<a href="https://www.wevideo.com/view/2893730231" target="_blank"> this video</a> to learn how to create a function in Scratch
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<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>In </b><b>Puzzle </b><b>15</b> you will use your newly created Circle Function to create 20 overlapping circles. After you complete the puzzle in CODE.org try to code your Scratch Cat to create the same design. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh36tGyFu6fXyI1HK-r344BMsYUsBlvfUE7L2IlRa4ZAZebwthMBVB5lgYK3oBcLLh9jRFm-SeSTzd3MtUBxLn3cyO9DXt4WcLa-yDyNtXn29andUTvNivpqN679cCLnYaMb-AV9OLFd40gUlkQCbDmcBtd_RtX-7OZQkJ6_c4JXjFq9bGbH62hQz1_YA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh36tGyFu6fXyI1HK-r344BMsYUsBlvfUE7L2IlRa4ZAZebwthMBVB5lgYK3oBcLLh9jRFm-SeSTzd3MtUBxLn3cyO9DXt4WcLa-yDyNtXn29andUTvNivpqN679cCLnYaMb-AV9OLFd40gUlkQCbDmcBtd_RtX-7OZQkJ6_c4JXjFq9bGbH62hQz1_YA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Does your code look something like this? </b></div><div><br /></div><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-33835527-7fff-fe66-1f91-916b8175f65c"><img height="439" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/M5nrqQV4dr175nvbij1KeRq86htHXr3zIncjwibM23jxI67kU4_pvfNv7aEm1Ue9OZl9g4uR6uDoInjDFyYGZSeR-Oh0QNbtvwEIpznw0SwFD9frHUFIKHxGz54tKYNtglcterh9se8GPhOqHxkSYxHVFpXzvCZYlPTYQD59MVPXhOwsCiJH9HivDPFswFy-=w640-h439" width="640" /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><b>In </b><b>Puzzle </b><b> 16,</b> we learn how to make different size circles.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-829d6e77-7fff-ec74-caf4-969f22950df3"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Watch<a href="https://youtu.be/zDGY0NUraTo" target="_blank"> this video</a> from <a href="http://blogs.hmc.edu/lewis/" target="_blank">Colleen Lewis</a> to better understand drawing circles in Scratch. (Note: if the circle is too big and goes outside the canvas, the results are unpredictable and this formulas appears not to work when the sprite draws off the visible screen.</span></span></div><div><span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="367" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zDGY0NUraTo" width="442" youtube-src-id="zDGY0NUraTo"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To successfully complete this mini-lesson, you'll need to learn how to add a PARAMETER to your Function using MY BLOCKS. I created <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybvmT3uCkZY" target="_blank">this video to show you how</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="434" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ybvmT3uCkZY" width="522" youtube-src-id="ybvmT3uCkZY"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now that you're feeling more confident with using MYBLOCKS in Scratch to create functions, completing <b>Puzzle 16 </b> should be a breeze. First try the Code.org puzzle, then try to do the same using Scratch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Does your code look something like this? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-cb78e45a-7fff-01f8-9ccc-9271a601baae"><img height="285" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/Ac95qjedgDCuYBy0uJR4CNhDlOQ_wKfDp-iSSrfRQkOoH6RVm9OQ97FofwqcUEJpmUhTUo7OI2U-3i9uRgDw1IG3fs1fH1sJBW3kIR6oHpOutCEwzCkP5OqaOoiwiman8wtsrN9iYTbHRQ-qUUj04Yqpu8h1NTinrxU3fgvGUHv0yz5N2mligO25kG4UjLbp=w640-h285" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>In </b><b>Puzzle</b><b> 17 </b>you are challenged to create a pattern with 5 repeating circles of one size and 5 more repeating circles that are smaller. You'll use the Circle Function you created earlier. (For a uniform pattern, remember that 360 degrees / 5 is 72 degrees.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Important Note: Keep your steps smaller than 2 in Scratch if you want your circle to fit on the canvas. You can try to step 1.5 steps. If you get circles that don't close, try a smaller step in your move command.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's see what pattern you come up with. Does your code look similar to this? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-b40f0a44-7fff-849c-47c4-10fd64f578f9"><img height="475" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/PHw15d09M4dEMeQG5bJrJ-EROnjXDYUq7R_2UIWprRN6CXJwkbIDxb8QVwaDUNcQ7HP_qTmKx4RX1zA3pbAkWZIfa59RncnnQ9vLYi2SYZMWznfCZQJ0D1TzLOaSqcKNv7W8-6Cj5TvTgAZmgpw_WPgGEwtCMZyiRbEtBbwhqfTqH6Lt4r1iijAsxsuh4lKI=w640-h475" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzdeS7fdT322lLY8Oi4-3KnchA1DvDdhF41dbdzMSML_xv7nkWl2jiTl4JEUrqyYmomXV6pux3SqDFX_lQ6KzlO73imiEBZ-OV6mODDpz4ConqKt6NWtbmlschAs9C3MuaL-NfWQ2jE-OgtZX9YiaREx-oc_XdSHJ5TnsvA0HdQ-xi8EQTQwcrr94Mhw" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="494" data-original-width="470" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzdeS7fdT322lLY8Oi4-3KnchA1DvDdhF41dbdzMSML_xv7nkWl2jiTl4JEUrqyYmomXV6pux3SqDFX_lQ6KzlO73imiEBZ-OV6mODDpz4ConqKt6NWtbmlschAs9C3MuaL-NfWQ2jE-OgtZX9YiaREx-oc_XdSHJ5TnsvA0HdQ-xi8EQTQwcrr94Mhw=w190-h200" width="190" /></a></div><b>During </b><b>Puzzle</b><b> 18</b>, you'll actually start to create a snowflake using functions that the folks at Code.org have created for you called "Snowflake Branch". You will take their "SnowFlake Branch" function to create the beginnings of a snowflake. Watch carefully as the snowflake branch is being drawn and start to think about what code you would use to create that SnowFlake Branch function yourself. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />Before you hop back to Scratch, go ahead and complete<b>Puzzle</b><b> 19</b> in the Code.org lesson. Look at that beautiful snowflake. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Are you ready to use Scratch to create your own SnowFlake Branch. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's start with a NEW Scratch Project. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First SETUP these initial commands that you need at the beginning of your snowflake program. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-56a6c6a1-7fff-5aa1-5094-cc1124e234e9"><img height="441" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/koBhjjhwoh8mksoBm5QQ1jylx_mFMB7Vq0Xgbac-uHyhgMjcZQYBqvYB7IP8Uc6Ftk887rB_JJuleooNiC2QkL_b9cuVKg1v7kuGY2rWJRfDJuMzCxelpjmNKlERXq9wZzz7zwF6nuAqqOIPubKEg-UoPfaL1bFzjG3GMnGBxoW64O2kUmRBzHF3d5TclLgt=w640-h441" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWzJABLY1rwqNdSCT9O_XWVbfCBpvnQXIawo8peHcrJ9qlkC_5csTByCOl90Ciz2tTei75I9OF3VD_sQof67nkFjTLPY2m8aDjiUMU2pfKVnaNkzaZQyXK025RpAqGRGfj1yEy8dqmaT_PEDxxr_isjA7pbtvUB69pSNaCy2XC4vOUut-Z1PAY4TByCg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="296" height="158" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWzJABLY1rwqNdSCT9O_XWVbfCBpvnQXIawo8peHcrJ9qlkC_5csTByCOl90Ciz2tTei75I9OF3VD_sQof67nkFjTLPY2m8aDjiUMU2pfKVnaNkzaZQyXK025RpAqGRGfj1yEy8dqmaT_PEDxxr_isjA7pbtvUB69pSNaCy2XC4vOUut-Z1PAY4TByCg=w146-h158" width="146" /></a></div><br />If you have not used the SHOW and HIDE commands this would be a good time to drag them out and make them part of your project. Why not start every program by showing the CAT and ending your program by HIDING the CAT. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's start by creating a very simple branch using code you already know how to use.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-700ebb85-7fff-958c-b530-89d99fb88731"><img height="608" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/zCAqZBdbSsbtuCXEkO7tLl2gllNS1n7H8GI2IlTPZ_ZxZt4VXKKG0gKSCHEeQLtIji6Q7hRikFcRROaULs2QEucQidb0QiqqC1X82FxXTixXRr5AbpWjb3e4PKNk_rJAgHWbXqBKpw9EoZaiNl-WlF2kmH6tMkGXqvvK9SWIXUWfAWYiBu17Y6F6qzqzk7B9=w640-h608" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next step is to decide how many times you would like to repeat your pattern to form a Snowflake Branch. Add the repeat code to accomplish this, then add CODE that brings the Scratch cat back where it started. Note: the number of times you repeat the pattern impacts the number of degrees you should turn. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-dcab0b29-7fff-2baa-4905-99211600ee24"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-4995ffbc-7fff-0ab5-f31b-209797cd9ba0"><img height="522" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/tQ8bPxNoAQx9Is863lR6gGcYqV7V1YEiVzCt1k7ldzbD4W5iTAF3ZNMphomTZnVR2i-YyLFRP41fnApun1cAkuHT5IhvAG3eX0catY4m35AaF3MxTshgOtNqcbKn8lQVQYcttuDM-LSNFmpQru-QTxTFIY4wscioUVL_lFwaElcSQW_ZKryBK5VihWDW8sYP=w640-h522" width="640" /></span></p><div>How about creating a JUMPSTEP function that allows you to move the cat without dragging the pen or drawing lines on your canvas. </div><div>This could be helpful to bring the cat back after each branch is drawn. </div><div>When you are done, compare your code to my code. Does it look similar?</div><div>If not, does it still do the job?<br /><br /></div><div><span style="color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img height="327" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/z6e-tkfeSh5QjRUwdYNmR4r0R-d9ekwj4G6lF7CbjGHjhz4AOLldhOCXcG9W-0lRlvLDEnvg6K1quXJZ3byQdPpKY5-4QaOBG-XzQhcvL73_hp8wgrzdVEZGzJbIMmVVwkgRy4qZmclKkOTJnTJtyDFccw_3D_JK0swlxAQ4oc0G8LAUCuftnz2UxHmPkUYK=w640-h327" width="640" /></span></div><div><span style="color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-fb0c4f05-7fff-ecb3-3da6-c1d3f4a9726d"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #595959; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now that you are getting good at functions, why not move the code you wrote to <u>create your first snowflake branch </u>and use it as part of a new function called SNOWFLAKEbranch. You'll use MYBLOCKS to do this.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once you have done that, you can use create a snowflake simply by using both the SNOWFLAKEbranch function and the JUMPSTEP function and adding code to turn your cat before it draws a new SnowflakeBranch. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is how I did it. Does your code look similar? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-cb866e85-7fff-8ef0-ee67-c06bcabc4751"><img height="347" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/Dgt691Good1d2RHbU2dQTsY7XP7nQ-Lt71dYcTcm-EBbzOoFsrj5ph4iFdhnfltisOH28DL2yN7MdDj_5tY192cvuegqmWoJsOpMswxXUGIUpW0jcY4130e2UYEAGV8zG7XZORccrEwt8WhwtBPOSbIqTkc-tCNfTTim_sbvOPv5Ql4tWAA9vwGUEdVxQw3j=w640-h347" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's make one final touch that will help prepare our snowflake to be cut out of maker tools or 3D printed. generated. Let's make the branches thicker and darker. I used BLACK as pen color and 15 as my pen size to get the result below. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You might be tempted to use a different color, but a black snowflake with thick lines will generate the best CUT when we get to the next step. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-6848c7e0-7fff-9e41-d29d-58f934eddbbb"><img height="347" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/35WnkOQFYzjnaZckvlT119flIEXKO5EKJkN0yQXmtTn9jdbiWWphT1kHIOQNuxEjEC7oIWqRs2Igkk_B5A4Q-DzN44Dmk62npbTc_u0jan1fHAOPcy5L6Cugd7c_UI6Iytvva0W1y9_zc3vyW9CyhEMdTzBIhb0MDuxDnmb-JrDDv--KkiMNzGtY8_W5qbpn=w640-h347" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Congratulations, you now have the skills you need to create several different snowflake branches. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These final steps will result in a<u><b> SNOWFLAKE svg</b></u> file that can be used to create a real physical version of the snowflake you coded.. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 1. Hide the sprite. Then Right Click and SAVE the IMAGE. <br />It will be saved in PNG format. Rename it to make it easier to remember.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-537ba0c1-7fff-b88d-9984-90e218bb43fd"><img height="640" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/ZG679n1-vEPCEQU7OjL3Pd1tvEMhfiJof0PU-2qEWcv6riYe72Do0SOH0DUsmEbXmjqmctpPjwfM28YE_Iz1m3fg6-HNhO3fbHQXlJyR6sJeMdn3XPbjaBH-utKJH4-mHrF_7jcnd3KfFG8vWn1d-4DG9rCRFDPDlf3eMs1yIOW_HRfVT3ig_qmziHqGSEZv=w557-h640" width="557" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><blockquote><span>2. Navigate to an SVG converter site like <a href="http://www.picsvg.com" target="_blank">PicSvg.com </a>and upload your snowflake.</span> </blockquote><blockquote><span> Play with the filters until you find one that gives you the desired RESULT.</span> </blockquote><blockquote> Hit DOWNLOAD SVG. It will download to your computer, where you can rename it.</blockquote><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlI2nPvJmT6N4ONQWyXrJil8Li7Cqh_UyczSoM9H-uGYIdAE4pSvAoLT6wGIBYzEO4FIbpr-Rc6-jIklQJaIBtW7fRErTOjjfszYVFmFaZi03dp5g0B4R5JDCRxGvhNl5ra7G9WjX5JLt3LEwareaXCrDlQo6OaRI-72LBRU48coSd0vk1qF7X7vg2MQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1196" data-original-width="2596" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlI2nPvJmT6N4ONQWyXrJil8Li7Cqh_UyczSoM9H-uGYIdAE4pSvAoLT6wGIBYzEO4FIbpr-Rc6-jIklQJaIBtW7fRErTOjjfszYVFmFaZi03dp5g0B4R5JDCRxGvhNl5ra7G9WjX5JLt3LEwareaXCrDlQo6OaRI-72LBRU48coSd0vk1qF7X7vg2MQ=w640-h294" width="640" /></a></div><p></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I created a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4rpS4Y9vWs&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">a short video</a> that walks you through these steps. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="372" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c4rpS4Y9vWs" width="447" youtube-src-id="c4rpS4Y9vWs"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once you have an SVG version of your creation, you can upload it to several maker tools to make something you can 'touch'. I can't wait to see what you will create with your Code.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the next post, I'll demonstrate how to upload your SVG into various maker tools so you can 3D print it or cut it from a laser cutter or other computer controlled cutter (i.e. Cricut, Silhouette)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Meanwhile, you can keep playing with code and putting your new skills to the test by creating new designs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And finally in Puzzle <b>20,</b> you get to design your own creations with code<br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-d63fd187-7fff-51d5-4368-ee57ef706bb6"><img height="400px;" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/KPUsYjTZDpdqV9qpumBSqU0k4h-wpi5EX6q9oSjx_OMCq0_JYiUu6uijQA3p9hxzovVnl0cBFq7bD1Mo7d_yv7U7yF9u8tsPwB-SbLUy227ZJVcXV95Wi6CJnMLeBVMnalijFW7yr3kIrasWA5nFu91M7zX8aNfGV9W2hUde46r7fTDHiEJhCEOK2RwdYKgz" width="400px;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span>or head over to Scratch and make your own designs.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />After walking down 86th street in Brooklyn, I was inspired to code one of the snowflakes that stood out for me. Here is t<a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/774917144" target="_blank">he Scratch Project file where you can SEE INSIDE </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhdtYo_lOMaQTXOQd9Efyj_lyNG0pdDKOMmFni9c_pCKJUNwCNU48WlzqoznH-3_Hq8-plofaTVhUnd8qDSQMG9nFD1lnkCi1rPBR5-e1TGu2CICEfmqtQwidc3AFUP30UUk1T6qr21kXnNcf72oN4IhDhtiWcOY93KuwrIMgWLt1nfODeN90-8j2_E6A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1256" data-original-width="2294" height="350" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhdtYo_lOMaQTXOQd9Efyj_lyNG0pdDKOMmFni9c_pCKJUNwCNU48WlzqoznH-3_Hq8-plofaTVhUnd8qDSQMG9nFD1lnkCi1rPBR5-e1TGu2CICEfmqtQwidc3AFUP30UUk1T6qr21kXnNcf72oN4IhDhtiWcOY93KuwrIMgWLt1nfODeN90-8j2_E6A=w640-h350" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I usually spend it trying to encourage as many schools as I can to participate. I also <a href="https://thinkaboutcode.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">curate highlights from Vermont schools who participate on the Think About Code site. </a> <div><br /></div><div>This year, I spent some time designing materials that could scaffold students and teachers who are interested in physical computing as a way to engage a more diverse population with computer science. </div><div><br /></div><div>In my last post, I <a href="http://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/12/code-you-can-touch-snow-flake-challenge.html" target="_blank">offered a challenge </a>that encouraged students and teachers to Code a SnowFlake and make something physical from your coded snowflake. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Imagine taking a snowflake you coded in a program like <a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/" target="_blank">Scratch </a>or <a href="https://snap.berkeley.edu/" target="_blank">Snap</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4i2TOi7-coZJmz6Xcqln99D7RdaZwGUVJ32cgy7QEW5w0ErTHULbGJXsl5G4l9CJbbfZi9863hbo8bRqucqSw9WJ7Rw2cWh7IrKhLkmPQXVIrbxIuKpDE-vTfCC8t_PXUGK4UWCTpupfcWWlIC-0s_08W-lR7C4lNSYFe-Ad6t2QhQWWsw5nctHJoyA" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1304" data-original-width="2880" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4i2TOi7-coZJmz6Xcqln99D7RdaZwGUVJ32cgy7QEW5w0ErTHULbGJXsl5G4l9CJbbfZi9863hbo8bRqucqSw9WJ7Rw2cWh7IrKhLkmPQXVIrbxIuKpDE-vTfCC8t_PXUGK4UWCTpupfcWWlIC-0s_08W-lR7C4lNSYFe-Ad6t2QhQWWsw5nctHJoyA=w640-h290" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>and making your own earrings or nightlight with it. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpLM7WnTC6cOuYnBXHCHvF2UQkTD0mJ8HCp-GVlinnmxe-2DgAKsPbXvXP8HiemgcFELJKmgbEk6L3E2Gfy_-Iztexflnrhx9pOIBHbGFSnDIL7y6bNiyO220FnWaofKmoRVZDOGIPce2_zol1i1oTpYjs7V6UfIxLv7S6slDXzFM4mvPEdojgVDL15A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="532" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpLM7WnTC6cOuYnBXHCHvF2UQkTD0mJ8HCp-GVlinnmxe-2DgAKsPbXvXP8HiemgcFELJKmgbEk6L3E2Gfy_-Iztexflnrhx9pOIBHbGFSnDIL7y6bNiyO220FnWaofKmoRVZDOGIPce2_zol1i1oTpYjs7V6UfIxLv7S6slDXzFM4mvPEdojgVDL15A" width="200" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Let's walk through the steps you need to create confidence with coding your own snowflake artifact.</div><div><br /></div><div>As I mentioned in the last post, <a href="https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" target="_blank">this CODE.org lesson</a> is the perfect place to start. </div><blockquote><div style="align-items: flex-end; background-color: white; display: flex; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; justify-content: space-between;"><h1 id="script-title" style="display: inline-block; font-family: "Gotham 7r", sans-serif; font-size: 32px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 40px; margin: 10px 0px; position: relative; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Code with Anna and Elsa</span></h1></div><div style="background-color: white;"><p style="font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Use code to join Anna and Elsa as they explore the magic and beauty of ice. You will create snowflakes and patterns as you ice-skate and make a winter wonderland that you can then share with your friends!</span></p></div></blockquote><div style="background-color: white;"><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><span style="font-size: 13px;">Start by watching</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1-paxNG4kw" style="color: #8f821a; font-size: 13px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"> the 3 minute introduction,</a><span style="font-size: 13px;"> then go ahead and complete the 20 puzzles in </span><a href="https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" style="color: #8f821a; font-family: Times; font-size: medium; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">this CODE.org tutorial</a>. <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px;">By end of the tutorial you will have the skills you need to code your own snowflake. </span></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">HOWEVER, if you want to MAKE your coded snowflake into something personal with your laser cutter, vinyl cutter, or 3D printer, </span><span style="background-color: transparent;">you will need to use a different platform to code your snowflake. Let me show you how using </span><a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/" target="_blank">Scratch from MIT. </a></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">In the next few posts I'll walk you through what you would need to know to complete the 20 puzzles that Anna and Elsa teach us using SCRATCH. Then we'll convert our final design to a file you can cut out, etch, or 3D print into a physical artifact. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">First you'll need to create an account on <a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/" style="font-family: Times; font-size: medium;" target="_blank">Scratch </a>. Once you have an account, click on CREATE to get started.<br /><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg7hn0bIPrO40UXyeUCwjvsDRe3PdPn9QYfxlPDtm3tRRcQNkseF96I6tK5EEqsdR9xOhhfFORZRoAG8jD-2MbC97c67VGgWH0YZx74ucjQSqnDrVKU9nirkz0MngcMe1SpOZFmqA8FZPmUzAd5kZ3158Fnb9jkn2MqKw_lPq4rUIkbIMV3Ifra3-AQQw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="616" height="87" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg7hn0bIPrO40UXyeUCwjvsDRe3PdPn9QYfxlPDtm3tRRcQNkseF96I6tK5EEqsdR9xOhhfFORZRoAG8jD-2MbC97c67VGgWH0YZx74ucjQSqnDrVKU9nirkz0MngcMe1SpOZFmqA8FZPmUzAd5kZ3158Fnb9jkn2MqKw_lPq4rUIkbIMV3Ifra3-AQQw" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In order to get the code blocks we need for this project, ADD the PEN Extension. The icon for ADDING Extension can be found in the lower left navigational bar. Once you add the PEN Extension, a new set of GREEN code blocks will be at your disposal.</div><p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_r-PCQocIAvunD4nz0aUvgo2PTpSkMCaMgpXpRzEeH32Wg4e-sv-myh70sqHsV31OssFT7G6E-gHK-8crTpNhHOmaAjwE_WlvT8j8nqqmpsSwMaIXPPhuuPwhVIfuHve61Kg8nXeswBj7fDp-161UY3hJbcbWpk_s_ZluYQ8Jtn44VZsX2dowexTI5Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_r-PCQocIAvunD4nz0aUvgo2PTpSkMCaMgpXpRzEeH32Wg4e-sv-myh70sqHsV31OssFT7G6E-gHK-8crTpNhHOmaAjwE_WlvT8j8nqqmpsSwMaIXPPhuuPwhVIfuHve61Kg8nXeswBj7fDp-161UY3hJbcbWpk_s_ZluYQ8Jtn44VZsX2dowexTI5Q=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Go ahead ahead and explore using some of the PEN Extension commands. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Once you are ready, I would suggest completing each of the 20 puzzles in <a href=" https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" target="_blank">this CODE.org tutorial </a> and also try to achieve the same task in SCRATCH. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><b>Let's load the Elsa and Anna Code.org tutorial Click on Try Now</b></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><a href=" https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" target="_blank"><b> https://studio.code.org/s/frozen</b></a></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiqKh-VBqZVnlwE5kbz1V1DsldrQh9fJgjRCc8XdoPhkyVkr4d35max1n18wR6-TN1C2JtkLImVQZjkfszMGdN7UV42ge0aQBVo-9cjT8EWofu2qeOL-TU_ThpGXC_FbQVIHPLQXJOc8i0H2C_zevrd-hFtr2K7oa9YQQrTFjxzn_RXRYscBwNToLoeew" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="2420" height="107" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiqKh-VBqZVnlwE5kbz1V1DsldrQh9fJgjRCc8XdoPhkyVkr4d35max1n18wR6-TN1C2JtkLImVQZjkfszMGdN7UV42ge0aQBVo-9cjT8EWofu2qeOL-TU_ThpGXC_FbQVIHPLQXJOc8i0H2C_zevrd-hFtr2K7oa9YQQrTFjxzn_RXRYscBwNToLoeew" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhnJBQm8rKOZyIz3YTJakDRTFlhgnLOGtafke8tkFfujOPSBM7oS3Vm7gP-odbQp4Mz08XHBjCvm-7sypR40Kis8sXg3Z-LDTEYkEh_N2igxAhSeZobXg7q5S5HFI6KI5y79ZKRFFZ93jfrEASLQonSSFcN3X2tLjaMwxfF0n6uwJeI28aV9O3MOVN4FQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="2420" height="107" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhnJBQm8rKOZyIz3YTJakDRTFlhgnLOGtafke8tkFfujOPSBM7oS3Vm7gP-odbQp4Mz08XHBjCvm-7sypR40Kis8sXg3Z-LDTEYkEh_N2igxAhSeZobXg7q5S5HFI6KI5y79ZKRFFZ93jfrEASLQonSSFcN3X2tLjaMwxfF0n6uwJeI28aV9O3MOVN4FQ" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">The<b> first Code.org puzzle </b>teaches you how to draw a single line </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgvf33rpIgtSL0oUVVudnFjADujCzJ_CPrY6ikol2oiVLkK5CH3l_I-n-ApKsia3xIah1PwZVONYvNI-9N9s_x8mlMoCBAWbc3YQkZtF8hVokoUchhemTXIyozmwR1TD5Z8knukVyhTEHNC_9mSz-Bm9fNd8LwD0QCRSNy8WFQGLMS7iCzJ1EmqHUn0Tw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="2134" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgvf33rpIgtSL0oUVVudnFjADujCzJ_CPrY6ikol2oiVLkK5CH3l_I-n-ApKsia3xIah1PwZVONYvNI-9N9s_x8mlMoCBAWbc3YQkZtF8hVokoUchhemTXIyozmwR1TD5Z8knukVyhTEHNC_9mSz-Bm9fNd8LwD0QCRSNy8WFQGLMS7iCzJ1EmqHUn0Tw=w640-h278" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div>After you have helped Elsa create a single line, go ahead and code the SCRATCH cat to accomplish the same task. Your code should look like this. <p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRk0oE6swaSPJMjzDaxAp2Z-KTey9jS4pnzNx6Gq2ZDEVluw1yuiWH0Nni6mC7XhVI2_QpqTSXTZKZ1ad_JRhNthijj30SWDe6V4NA1NMHt3N0D8XwsBUiEdfPX_yKy9aHHcg9JlBHDAUI535hFhA1zsWQNtqff12t0fRzLxcmm5bF1vMDVeyQ4XLtSA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="714" data-original-width="1252" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRk0oE6swaSPJMjzDaxAp2Z-KTey9jS4pnzNx6Gq2ZDEVluw1yuiWH0Nni6mC7XhVI2_QpqTSXTZKZ1ad_JRhNthijj30SWDe6V4NA1NMHt3N0D8XwsBUiEdfPX_yKy9aHHcg9JlBHDAUI535hFhA1zsWQNtqff12t0fRzLxcmm5bF1vMDVeyQ4XLtSA=w640-h364" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br />NOTE: Make sure you have added the PEN EXTENSION or you won't seen the green PEN DOWN block.<p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><b>In Puzzle 2</b> you'll learn to turn and create a second line. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi91UQO4WiTTBKxClNUE0nkImJk68aNMfSePgT0vaKYjSAdnQi423mXU0aw4O-4YCCeSCLarycGxR_ng08jRlN4zkQTA1y1cQRRP7zYOEY5K9mG0dxZfBzon_N-xFfIYo1YpBwxdhOfaA9lvFN5b7Oo8w8ZzJSU3a5H0Miz-s9nGJJnhrjsaJtfH9Yu6Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="852" data-original-width="2856" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi91UQO4WiTTBKxClNUE0nkImJk68aNMfSePgT0vaKYjSAdnQi423mXU0aw4O-4YCCeSCLarycGxR_ng08jRlN4zkQTA1y1cQRRP7zYOEY5K9mG0dxZfBzon_N-xFfIYo1YpBwxdhOfaA9lvFN5b7Oo8w8ZzJSU3a5H0Miz-s9nGJJnhrjsaJtfH9Yu6Q=w640-h190" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Once you have completed<b> </b><b>Puzzle </b><b>2</b> on the CODE.org tutorial, let's make your Scratch Cat do the same</p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMcayxlgksxU39tMKbrUo-2QaiEyZgGTuMob18XaoPaZbXv-8uLNN0NXys1QIwh8xqP9I8NryyzsvVgoZEOK1D934-N0NL6BK9DzO7pInSH3LjSfBLzg_LdlA6OIlOQn79OQI8qdrOGhAaP4AyPKVkM6tLV0S7h0yceVk57Xo6m22PNDqUbZEaThvy-Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="738" data-original-width="1270" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMcayxlgksxU39tMKbrUo-2QaiEyZgGTuMob18XaoPaZbXv-8uLNN0NXys1QIwh8xqP9I8NryyzsvVgoZEOK1D934-N0NL6BK9DzO7pInSH3LjSfBLzg_LdlA6OIlOQn79OQI8qdrOGhAaP4AyPKVkM6tLV0S7h0yceVk57Xo6m22PNDqUbZEaThvy-Q=w640-h372" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">One thing you might notices is that the folks at CODE.org reset ELSA and ANNA after every lesson so they are ready for the new lesson.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Let me show you how you can do the same thing with our Scratch CAT</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span> If you </span>add a few SETUP commands after the GREEN FLAG is clicked, the Scratch Cat will be ready for you to code your next lesson. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Go ahead and Add the commands below.<br />NAME and Save your file.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgB-znLEyHMbFlgr4nFgo52Pc_rc5NLx_-s_fbrcaqQmHMfMl2MhHvyevHhxj7ItY9ZX_jtPpmxpg-wBePP130ORg3P9wYjIku5E1ehsRRqJ8Mv51nwDuaSsoNCya5dcmdrMQrkRzhcSVnABHC-pLZtlu27DJcY1ch_5EIMME2kQYklX-TCV0WDb_86Ug" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="2080" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgB-znLEyHMbFlgr4nFgo52Pc_rc5NLx_-s_fbrcaqQmHMfMl2MhHvyevHhxj7ItY9ZX_jtPpmxpg-wBePP130ORg3P9wYjIku5E1ehsRRqJ8Mv51nwDuaSsoNCya5dcmdrMQrkRzhcSVnABHC-pLZtlu27DJcY1ch_5EIMME2kQYklX-TCV0WDb_86Ug=w640-h246" width="640" /></a></div><br />Now when you hit the Green Flag, the Scratch program will reset the Scratch Cat and erase the screen,<br />and put the PEN down so it can draw. <br />The WAIT command gives you a chance to see the Cat in Position. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Great now you're ready for<b> </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle </b><b>3 </b>from Code.org where you teach Elsa and Anna to draw a SQUARE with their skates. After you complete <b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle </b>3 and successfully code a square with Elsa and Anna, let's code the Scratch Cat to also draw a square. In the rest of the post, I'll describe the challenge, tben show you the solution for completing this tasks in Scratch. I would suggest you give it on your own before you scroll down to look at the Scratch solution code. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjHC2lDfq1-3idQaQKobMHXh1bQDzQix1xippdUGKhCAJmyHIl3yizR-Qb7QUhw7i0oG56X-1qK6E3VTrUU1HsWb96z061240ufTS5mEQ9D_tEcyVqMltGVZ0DDOLCPYyBCk7SLDs4aWHRyXTNng0WsL58PkIpHlLkZISqiLozdvXU_BvIPEIpXrDCnhA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1176" data-original-width="1242" height="607" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjHC2lDfq1-3idQaQKobMHXh1bQDzQix1xippdUGKhCAJmyHIl3yizR-Qb7QUhw7i0oG56X-1qK6E3VTrUU1HsWb96z061240ufTS5mEQ9D_tEcyVqMltGVZ0DDOLCPYyBCk7SLDs4aWHRyXTNng0WsL58PkIpHlLkZISqiLozdvXU_BvIPEIpXrDCnhA=w640-h607" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In <b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 4, </b>you'll learn to use LOOPS to make your code more efficient. <a href="https://youtu.be/d7e48cYq7uc" target="_blank"> This CODE.org video </a>does a great job explaining how Loops work in computer science. Once you have successfully used a Loop with Elsa and Anna, you'll want to use a LOOP to help your Scratch Cat draw its square. <br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Give it a try.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Does your SCRATCH code looks something like this ?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-ce6b86d4-7fff-9728-6148-2974ebdac3a3"><img height="401px;" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/m6wZCG3hv9VEQfPFj7DloM_ZufSMYIoGFZcTjk49TXuyRxf4RBw-Zt8IAd61AGcV971Da9Bl8qqrW5F29VO1DHfYHLoKEEsq6MfCG5BFP8uRLWzi5wpN6xTsEPDIPD1dL_D6A4NAk40VIcbm64sjq6nRHYsMSE0ab7cpRXFKoGlQTIENGH5OLGhR8MajYtaa" width="253px;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once you have mastered One Loop - how about working with several loops at once. <b> </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 5 </b>introduces NESTED Loops. By using NESTED Loops you can use one loop to draw your square, and then use a NEW LOOP to draw 3 squares while turning 120 degrees between each square. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Your nested loop code should look similar to this </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhrttFCJ_9XA2fpC7sur3giXFre6YbB31DtmM7u3H1thkH0QoZ9_YG_aoOR4wzd5EBuFJlY3zJ_HdfzGV5ttfrgwHktKVAeTAu6BVFbhlbc3w37C5Fwy6lCaPYc7WigykIOL2L0MluxDcveSBYTJdXCSVHoh-Q6RBB-5PnSi7tmyvB2hDUF53J7PYX1Yg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1434" height="412" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhrttFCJ_9XA2fpC7sur3giXFre6YbB31DtmM7u3H1thkH0QoZ9_YG_aoOR4wzd5EBuFJlY3zJ_HdfzGV5ttfrgwHktKVAeTAu6BVFbhlbc3w37C5Fwy6lCaPYc7WigykIOL2L0MluxDcveSBYTJdXCSVHoh-Q6RBB-5PnSi7tmyvB2hDUF53J7PYX1Yg=w640-h412" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">See how evenly spaced your SQUARES are! An important note is that to space a shape evenly around a CIRCLE, you'll need to know that the number of turns you take should equal 360 degrees. In the last example there were 3 turns, so we divided 360 degrees by 3. That tells us that each turn should be 120 degrees.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How many degrees do you think you should turn if you want to draw 10 squares around a circle? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Give it a try? Change the REPEAT value to 10 and also change the degrees of the turn to 360 divided by 10. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do it first with Elsa and Anna, and then come back and repeat the process with the Scratch cat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="text-align: center;">Give it a try.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="text-align: center;"><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Does your Code look something like this after<b> </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 6.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-5516402e-7fff-e560-c1d4-8677d265c2d0"><img height="540px;" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/pUgy5Zno69ZQSTVKZbFawJFawX2zTneFx31Fl0L-xqULekLfnWLtAY1eVbFS73JFZZMmG4jT1IdDGzzfS0cXmuqBYy3x6vQc4aRlUzDfKjk47TGik_sDajEL3EI98Yz_84zOl-UZF761BT7BsRl_O126BD-mpJahyTmPCPYXY1WIg93VeSq1mXl0CoOkzH4S" width="675px;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>In </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 7,</b> Code.org introduces a MOVE BACKWARDS command to help Elsa and Anna draw a plus sign with their skates.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In Scratch, there is no MOVE BACKWARD command. In Scratch we move move backwards by adding a negative sign to the number of steps you are moving. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Can you draw a cross using Scratch. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Give it. try before looking at the solution below. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Note the NEGATIVE Sign being used to get the Scratch Cat to move backwards. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-9c48eec9-7fff-97cd-9250-a9d545ec51d2"><img height="570" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/YT9ezlSH7RPuEX5A1rkQgHaQtfOgIQWPNKikM01DlFjZHWqHE4u2XWyFgDFNgm8fJPWMN-77WgiTchFthilgbO-RJzYqubngwarMjhGICegk6zJKscjuDxxE8I15jy7IKSncSEsrB1Uok2JUQb3BxNc3jcCi6PxSejR1Be06F-O7YeMh7u9nDzFWdNcSPh14=w640-h570" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br />I<b>n </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 8,</b> you will move backwards and forward as well as turn to create a star like figure with 10 lines.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How many degrees will you need to turn between each line to end up with a beautiful star like shape made from 10 lines? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Does your Scratch code look something like this? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-b6e3ec93-7fff-eae8-e6bc-01170deb18ce"><img height="588" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/lkjlrgKhUaKnV1gPf7t2r6ZwRwC-V1K1Z8JIJEETqF9woHGHzQtpJAKe5bv2YKnhimbn4k1tjuZyuY7j1u5VSm2GfEUFi0DC9F96Kri8C1_SrmPbOARJ9jKwf24U4YUt3Q1s65a-Cwzuj7UKXA5F6a4kUg0BbxtZhmMHCJuMPV59BIt1VbN8dKrUkcbGhVd4=w640-h588" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In <b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle </b><b>9,</b> you need to change the angles so you can code 90 lines around the circle to create a starburst look. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How many degrees do you think you will need to turn to do this? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Give it a try!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Does your code look like this?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-28f73e69-7fff-08fb-2083-fd2e0211f1e4"><img height="608" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/5zWogRIqQUZRGMd0EnXiG7ZVH8k2sCnjeJHSpXWTpNXQl64y_Ka_13CN9z9k6ijJROgOEOPFBzzkR8vc1LGHJuWEcRypvNr9IVW8QxhZxReWVg06J6yjEWD1kh5J0hrTSVL6juyntx-kFi-4Qt8DKRSOVbxDUXI1YJ5gs1VXEzrl8SS7cE2blN15UAAjHSxG=w640-h608" width="640" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b>For </b><b style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Puzzle</b><b> 10,</b> we'll change the angles of the square to create a Parallelogram. </div><div style="background-color: white;">Watch <a href="https://youtu.be/Ma2XEYYkgo8" target="_blank">this video, </a>to learn more about parallelograms.</div><div style="background-color: white;">Then try to code a parallelogram.</div><div style="background-color: white;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white;"><br /><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><div style="background-color: white;"><img alt="" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhm2o_akTqEdXlZliyWmCVNKoCtWdBmDqdutpaSJbKok9j8-W_p2WHLXe-jhXnYMkp7onvSHoQ4yc1CIaIW6fYK33dhkMOmpPdIjFtVxrT9WXn-eF8TKMRTJ3dtJlx6-h7UYM8NXdW3Z2lcgJ5NPZYXzlTrJVQN5DYPJndAdorOurVFiLvqAs0xateI5g=w640-h360" width="640" /></div></div><div><div style="background-color: white;"><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span face=""Gotham 4r", sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px;">This brings us to half way through the 20 puzzles. In tomorrow's post we'll finish up the last half of the puzzles in this tutorial and learn how to create your OWN blocks to make some unique snowflake patterns. </span></div><div><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-48216306765008374692022-12-07T17:00:00.001-08:002022-12-07T17:03:14.899-08:00Code You Can Touch - Snow Flake Challenge<p> Just last night I walked through Brooklyn and thought - It's Snowflake Season! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNmwWUDtppWfXUWeT90iiMrJWkH4wDT9q3Fryis-ElHLDIxPRz5_a_N1wLl639jP1JlX3ufP6UpFkOyFJkWPy0gd0l3prSjxnTv5pb-TNy5tHh_PWNZbNxcxFEfk7Tn4nmVjH5NZs_hlFmTrqRN9WRO1MFSkdU7pkew2D0gpxAX61vDHULoaIvcnXUVQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="772" data-original-width="1864" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNmwWUDtppWfXUWeT90iiMrJWkH4wDT9q3Fryis-ElHLDIxPRz5_a_N1wLl639jP1JlX3ufP6UpFkOyFJkWPy0gd0l3prSjxnTv5pb-TNy5tHh_PWNZbNxcxFEfk7Tn4nmVjH5NZs_hlFmTrqRN9WRO1MFSkdU7pkew2D0gpxAX61vDHULoaIvcnXUVQ=w640-h266" width="640" /></a></div><br />So why not offer up a SnowFlake Challenge! <p></p><p>Last month I <a href="http://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/11/code-you-can-touch-using-laser-cutter.html">shared a blog post on how to make Code You Can Touch</a> using Scratch and maker tools like Electronic Cutters (i.e. Cricut and Silhouette) or Laser Cutters. </p><p>As we enter Computer Science Education Week, I'd love to offer up the following Challenge.</p><p>What if you used your coding skills to CODE a SNOWFLAKE? </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p>Some of you might have already tried coding a snowflake using <a href=" https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" target="_blank">this CODE.org tutorial </a></p><p>If you have not tried it yet, go ahead and work through each of these mini lesson. <br />By end of the tutorial you will have the skills you need to code your own snowflake.</p><div style="align-items: flex-end; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: flex; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; justify-content: space-between;"><h1 id="script-title" style="color: #7665a0; display: inline-block; font-family: "Gotham 7r", sans-serif; font-size: 32px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 40px; margin: 10px 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Code with Anna and Elsa</h1></div><div style="background-color: white;"><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Let's use code to join Anna and Elsa as they explore the magic and beauty of ice. You will create snowflakes and patterns as you ice-skate and make a winter wonderland that you can then share with your friends!</p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Start by watching<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1-paxNG4kw" target="_blank"> this 3 minute introduction,</a> then go ahead and complete <a href=" https://studio.code.org/s/frozen" style="font-family: Times; font-size: medium;" target="_blank">this CODE.org tutorial </a> to learn to Code a Snow Flake. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;">Then get ready to apply your new skills and Take the SnowFlake Challenge. </p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; text-align: right; user-select: text;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhYpnprBRxu0uAs9nMfOcHzqg6mSEWndNqwtph9ve1I90Xar7BjasB_c7H2CFAE--10yAH_N-Gx7RkZ2KXG_UlOX6VGyoQ5o4Chms0S39StW9qUoqeflmCgAyLWzgT3gw67BRam951lf16Z9rIkU1bkPbZ4-Crdd3H2NPHarC0VwXE0svTVX_27MlnDdQ" style="clear: left; float: left; font-family: Times; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhYpnprBRxu0uAs9nMfOcHzqg6mSEWndNqwtph9ve1I90Xar7BjasB_c7H2CFAE--10yAH_N-Gx7RkZ2KXG_UlOX6VGyoQ5o4Chms0S39StW9qUoqeflmCgAyLWzgT3gw67BRam951lf16Z9rIkU1bkPbZ4-Crdd3H2NPHarC0VwXE0svTVX_27MlnDdQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; user-select: text;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; 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color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Use any platform you want to Code a SnowFlake.
Scratch and SNAP are great options to get you started. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Share your Snowflake over social media or using the form below</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 16pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="'Open Sans',sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #695d46; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><a href="https://forms.gle/JkNiCFPC9AcY9B1z6" style="font-family: "Gotham 4r", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: normal;"><span face=""Open Sans", sans-serif" style="background-color: transparent; color: #ce93d8; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fill out Form here</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; 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Read on and find out how Charleston Elementary School used the PBIS November theme of GRATITUDE to create an interactive way for students and staff to express their gratitude. <p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjejb90_9-SHRYxekrMeRsVknDD99GaXL2OpiW8lR396dtUUVEfB1Du8O9w25xQ3r-LDvC5QZm6k7NTf3QP4JN7KVNgPGoM8TQnX20DICJ8b9Y153LbjAyAQhGfCtIexcCwmLOJ3zvktAm1Mng-2nIWj1V_kLym2xOBBOj316EwwAmyjT7rkom9eP2Kag" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjejb90_9-SHRYxekrMeRsVknDD99GaXL2OpiW8lR396dtUUVEfB1Du8O9w25xQ3r-LDvC5QZm6k7NTf3QP4JN7KVNgPGoM8TQnX20DICJ8b9Y153LbjAyAQhGfCtIexcCwmLOJ3zvktAm1Mng-2nIWj1V_kLym2xOBBOj316EwwAmyjT7rkom9eP2Kag=w300-h400" width="300" /></a></div><br /><br />After a brief meeting with Charleston Elementary School's librarian about possible collaborations, we decided to use the Makey Makey as a way to introduce the idea of Code You Can Touch. <div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-7b253c9d-7fff-4b4d-c637-50b55a536dea"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 333px; overflow: hidden; width: 445px;"><img height="333" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/ZAHMNGdq8HIxwvD3fYutXzZzlO-T79BfwVjHs08gB_vQEpiQx5W6MhKK6A_ewa0MxJ2Hp9Zwv6hhA6YM19X_uQvhpG1HWxFzfbbQIToLKHgFF7SSZjhvwfQ2kTqjingD4S3VNlQYmmWbuKWvJxzilcjXl-Ujoci_8weSBa2_egjb4mmv5xRczfPROC0CIQ" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="445" /></span></span></span></div><p></p><p>After sharing <a href="http://createmakelearn.blogspot.com/2022/10/code-you-can-touch-with-scratch-and.html" target="_blank"> one way to introduce coding to students using the Makey Makey</a>, Ms. Bolton and her students explored the Makey Makey and alligator clips along with Scratch. </p><p>Soon they were ready for more, so we decided to give the students a challenge that connected to the school's PBIS November theme of GRATITUDE. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhP8Z4VjlHa4ozoPMZGWX7Qtpr24M3fyl_3dtJED6HiEv1MNk7loezJLQdbI-LlueIFB97gm1YFUqI2am1D3P0eR5mj3rwYJH3x0liarGLbVSXfAbneyzYrZV5SD0tprKYuA-gD_qxHSdNYFsUhTkyasL6dGWUBQQgv37Iv2Gexvu1_3ix0MxMbLQgMKw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1184" data-original-width="2112" height="282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhP8Z4VjlHa4ozoPMZGWX7Qtpr24M3fyl_3dtJED6HiEv1MNk7loezJLQdbI-LlueIFB97gm1YFUqI2am1D3P0eR5mj3rwYJH3x0liarGLbVSXfAbneyzYrZV5SD0tprKYuA-gD_qxHSdNYFsUhTkyasL6dGWUBQQgv37Iv2Gexvu1_3ix0MxMbLQgMKw=w504-h282" width="504" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>We organized students in groups of three and provided each with post-it notes and the following prompt. </p><p><br /></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;"></span></b></p><blockquote style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Come up with AT LEAST 10 things</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></b></blockquote><blockquote style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">you can't imagine the world without. </span></b></blockquote><p>The prompt worked better than we had expected and some groups had more than two dozen stick notes </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-_Bxa_m9UKM7xRJR1FO0Dz3AoIp7sTE9ecDBRB4H9DR2UpZEExivZW44QsIJyjGLZXSIKI_gFPYffaQ0AFbh08tQRDkBdgQuSjJ0pPNjn0sCbTVQngVvPDUZAx4ae4VrTo-5zyq9B4t-yFhFytzadkkBOMVRFkSlW-k6wV89r1J5Vrb1AJ7zkd1C7hw/s2046/IMG_9510-COLLAGE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2046" data-original-width="2046" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-_Bxa_m9UKM7xRJR1FO0Dz3AoIp7sTE9ecDBRB4H9DR2UpZEExivZW44QsIJyjGLZXSIKI_gFPYffaQ0AFbh08tQRDkBdgQuSjJ0pPNjn0sCbTVQngVvPDUZAx4ae4VrTo-5zyq9B4t-yFhFytzadkkBOMVRFkSlW-k6wV89r1J5Vrb1AJ7zkd1C7hw/w640-h640/IMG_9510-COLLAGE.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br />After thinking through different ways to teach students collaboration skills, we asked each group of three to assign one of the following roles to their members.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>ARTIST</b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>ENGINEER</b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>CODER</b></i></div><br />Ms. Bolton and I lead skill building activities with each group and helped them understand their role in the project. <br /><br /><br />The ARTIST would use Google Slides to design the center piece for the gratitude board.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-b7d709bc-7fff-d19f-30d5-ea4f290ed106"><br /></span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyVvmWVj6-gGbwc1J7052uPgdTiZBZqjidyR_laI5fu5VcmZTGBhWud3-DP03g3xrvbb8GS9qJnwfXSr4vXYhVzBLAB6iaBPxfJgYnY6-GmF3Xdukj1tnuEuGT8URTf-ubWys24mkqy_caBu-YasK_rYsrAZxBk_PPPy-4Bqayuw5lsugkGc8sOd2ROQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="970" data-original-width="1550" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyVvmWVj6-gGbwc1J7052uPgdTiZBZqjidyR_laI5fu5VcmZTGBhWud3-DP03g3xrvbb8GS9qJnwfXSr4vXYhVzBLAB6iaBPxfJgYnY6-GmF3Xdukj1tnuEuGT8URTf-ubWys24mkqy_caBu-YasK_rYsrAZxBk_PPPy-4Bqayuw5lsugkGc8sOd2ROQ" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>The CODER would work with Scratch to write the code that played recorded sound clips from 10 of their gratitude sticky notes.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhqcoXl0W28tfgV3msqEqYMpAZ-KDkCZMSPl65pbeK53SZ-NO4UZtyWF34E-gnwYPCtiBTf6XRdDXsD_8eH_gDJpFIV1tx8eP604PIKri_I28p7VQDL9HkaTi0M-2lvuE-4MU-QY1VVrw_66Anex3H3iIEWTnCZybxzsspdTUJs98Ss8VEsgvSpvA8PwA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1030" data-original-width="1698" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhqcoXl0W28tfgV3msqEqYMpAZ-KDkCZMSPl65pbeK53SZ-NO4UZtyWF34E-gnwYPCtiBTf6XRdDXsD_8eH_gDJpFIV1tx8eP604PIKri_I28p7VQDL9HkaTi0M-2lvuE-4MU-QY1VVrw_66Anex3H3iIEWTnCZybxzsspdTUJs98Ss8VEsgvSpvA8PwA" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>The ENGINEER would use copper tape and cardstock to create switches that closed circuits that could be connected to the Makey Makey to trigger the code to play the recorded sounds. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMMjYG4hES4QFyciCObeS8vWY--sTdCwOCSM-QuWFwg9CyWqFZsP3jxAiCvf6r4APEXptSwxKVYMThiIeoKdRZcUV2TbFraaJEMGIw6V6XyIUTLXwLOILEMbZIg_c-CGT1LULEpgiqLneEBm_ldQlKYGeFj5u-CuEvnL0OTaewpR22fZUsAnl-rHzF-A" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Instead of every team of 3 designing their own gratitude board, we worked on creating an interactive way to engage anyone in the school who wanted to express their gratitude. <p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCSTobPNder3pPkpDOwCam_dQejLlmxag28r7AZjAv73Yy227C07gpAziNkivORT4GvlQYxWdlqDQro47aWReQ5YYZZ_peVMhmgGQv6hh4owsufcLFzyoK0LcOE9m4s8-s_kwz_TJ4LSLHFueswIRxhvMDJ8plxPEJkyCEmMXWzjGESnf9H8F5jgFy8Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1707" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCSTobPNder3pPkpDOwCam_dQejLlmxag28r7AZjAv73Yy227C07gpAziNkivORT4GvlQYxWdlqDQro47aWReQ5YYZZ_peVMhmgGQv6hh4owsufcLFzyoK0LcOE9m4s8-s_kwz_TJ4LSLHFueswIRxhvMDJ8plxPEJkyCEmMXWzjGESnf9H8F5jgFy8Q=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>Some students continued to work on a physical gratitude board that would use the Makey Makey to play 10 sound clips expressing gratitude. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p></p><p>Some students worked on recording and coding sound clips using Scratch.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwNb18Hsc60BDkiVwvpCder4F6lU4RQn3P5E3t6aUBygE4OD3xbb5YRH8EMuZ_-Mqh_dcCK6M0w2wwnAp3XzCbBmhRZKyS-qbXXbxDZvY0mppE0HitPnxd8Oqn6PEzAUbLr84BxNr6jRm-h6KYu_AvpFIwXC7qW7YT9Yg_ISayro-BqDu4WWUuTavoUA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1707" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwNb18Hsc60BDkiVwvpCder4F6lU4RQn3P5E3t6aUBygE4OD3xbb5YRH8EMuZ_-Mqh_dcCK6M0w2wwnAp3XzCbBmhRZKyS-qbXXbxDZvY0mppE0HitPnxd8Oqn6PEzAUbLr84BxNr6jRm-h6KYu_AvpFIwXC7qW7YT9Yg_ISayro-BqDu4WWUuTavoUA" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>Some students worked on a creating a digital gratitude board that all grades could contribute to using Padlet.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjryNsnmbmhWvvVS0BRfQKGlFPtc_28ixKzJwSJuGZ8wJG6sxCXJ6IG3oWPSqmxyGK1WdlAZtruCMjWbjSq5D04RrgLY1x4cHaVa2_gdSsQDPiQAar5mud4xoEbiHnnAmnwdcDTyer0A3RtZTsu8RPG1rD1ERAoycm8uHas35gXW0awdPsOGcGsu98aPQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="780" data-original-width="1060" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjryNsnmbmhWvvVS0BRfQKGlFPtc_28ixKzJwSJuGZ8wJG6sxCXJ6IG3oWPSqmxyGK1WdlAZtruCMjWbjSq5D04RrgLY1x4cHaVa2_gdSsQDPiQAar5mud4xoEbiHnnAmnwdcDTyer0A3RtZTsu8RPG1rD1ERAoycm8uHas35gXW0awdPsOGcGsu98aPQ" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>Some students worked on creating an instructional video tutorial on how to contribute to the digital gratitude board using WeVideo.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dyKR5M84JLOcO1Yydru6gCRfP0yQuNqS71RncOaz-zeSlF7iPyFGY2Btit4t2Zk64nppatBQZSCtPE_OawoWQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Some students worked on creating a poster that invited others to share their expressions of gratitude. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEc3ZryGFGI3GvsB2_HHjgQYmFAItoc0mUpCIQcvOCCN-uEVxqUQDiF9gUiTUJIBSzsGeBxhyXzEis50uJnTreSHZADorb6KMNaIkeEzHpo1pR2r-wQ5lLaGQH-7MPaNJ5rV9PVSPpD0Xn2A_SgDxE5nsYc7N_0zMfjFsf6Uz9OfrmgsiJ9qQe4RrcwQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1707" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEc3ZryGFGI3GvsB2_HHjgQYmFAItoc0mUpCIQcvOCCN-uEVxqUQDiF9gUiTUJIBSzsGeBxhyXzEis50uJnTreSHZADorb6KMNaIkeEzHpo1pR2r-wQ5lLaGQH-7MPaNJ5rV9PVSPpD0Xn2A_SgDxE5nsYc7N_0zMfjFsf6Uz9OfrmgsiJ9qQe4RrcwQ" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>On our last day together before the Thanksgiving break, the students were scheduled to finish the project. Unfortunately most the students were gone to get fitted for ski rentals that day, and a handful of students helped pull the project together. </p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-f8717e65-7fff-64e7-ba26-10887562585a"></span></p>We regrouped and considered how we might persevere to complete the project before Thanksgiving break. <p>One students used the <span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">*</span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://padlet.com/teresabolton/xf018p6v32gwm8qe&source=gmail&ust=1669022021404000&usg=AOvVaw1AIzxQrMHqb9ZDU9M1xChm" href="https://padlet.com/teresabolton/xf018p6v32gwm8qe" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" target="_blank">Digital Gratitude Board using Padlet for our school community to </a>record expressions for gratitude. He came back from is journey around the school with over a dozen recordings. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dxh7Fu1wOgy-QeEhEMgco69UoGgu43uVaDQTJa4Vc-Wf5cCg1L8eIO9xo28jM3UbpON5K8oln1iNg1VplDMUA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><p>They also sent out an email to the whole staff encouraging their classes to participate. A few students even made a <span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">*</span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wevideo.com/view/2867043466&source=gmail&ust=1669022021404000&usg=AOvVaw034oHeDF1OM4wvfxnZ71pu" href="https://www.wevideo.com/view/2867043466" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" target="_blank">We.Video tutorial that shows how to add text or audio</a> to help newbies understand how to record on their Padlet (Digital Gratitude) </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwUPiIdfb9KlQMRM7BQMqEvC22CfNVO4xjkPn0cikQ4-Ky4gGeOHhF0QGaIPb95tWgLKLsdz4_Y9A4FaLCzBg' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /><p></p><p></p><p>The addition of Padlet as a Digital Gratitude Board helped the students quickly collect expressions of gratitude from anyone who wanted to contribute to the project.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSrFM8z7KXbZw7sqIiena3uIyLKjWAxU10jDPX9YjQGISo1fxse6qS7HpkV5VK4-2iB9Jc5eRgaOfM-cFm7w6hS6STclVaoDcJofan0zjsoLOOJK97fsBJWQMEYMTKlrfe3tSdxLkvhN6WX5gVMwgWqFNhfScshV-nkUE4cl-FRJmEYP7yZEAnRvCEYA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1188" data-original-width="2070" height="184" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSrFM8z7KXbZw7sqIiena3uIyLKjWAxU10jDPX9YjQGISo1fxse6qS7HpkV5VK4-2iB9Jc5eRgaOfM-cFm7w6hS6STclVaoDcJofan0zjsoLOOJK97fsBJWQMEYMTKlrfe3tSdxLkvhN6WX5gVMwgWqFNhfScshV-nkUE4cl-FRJmEYP7yZEAnRvCEYA" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>By setting up the posts to require moderation, we were modeling digital citizenship to our students. We even invited students to work with us as we approved the posts. </p><p>Meanwhile it was time to finish putting the physical Gratitude Board together. </p><p>The middle of the board was created using a discarded corrugated plastic yard sign. We scored the board to fold it in half and glued colorful paper as background. This automatically created a place to hide the wires and Makey Makey</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhC6DbCCluDULXCCW0KwzMhqvwIF7-avyroOsQg_kEJxBtoyQ_h1pMQsBtj9wWO4ocgqkqiVjtkIA_ZRSHhLr1PhnUYz2_kAShD1aJ1tE3oqCgGjQ6ZHR-HJfLGc6-nPpbcT9VPF3SqUYk8eYmCw7ENxZi9U7lCokBEx3fREycek3ckyi3EhdYXxoC6XQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="860" data-original-width="508" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhC6DbCCluDULXCCW0KwzMhqvwIF7-avyroOsQg_kEJxBtoyQ_h1pMQsBtj9wWO4ocgqkqiVjtkIA_ZRSHhLr1PhnUYz2_kAShD1aJ1tE3oqCgGjQ6ZHR-HJfLGc6-nPpbcT9VPF3SqUYk8eYmCw7ENxZi9U7lCokBEx3fREycek3ckyi3EhdYXxoC6XQ" width="142" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>We used WORD ART in Google Draw to create a design with fun fonts for the words - which we then downloaded as an SVG. The SVG file type can be easily cut out using the Cricut Maker. (no need to purchase fancy fonts from Cricut)</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9_AuR2LY-biIfjTrMArRzCLBHipNR6m-xy_ilWVzkEGcQykBFogEofgTgqyXiyB-jmbq9NDLo_VIX5bdbH_ujGFZzr9dQss_EZeicztw8Gv9y2hcP4ncvuobm0L-XVpsMGMmu_ewULC7yUslJ5j95fDEWlgAXp-wOfV-72W4kbKQQS93lziG3u38cwg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1212" data-original-width="2781" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9_AuR2LY-biIfjTrMArRzCLBHipNR6m-xy_ilWVzkEGcQykBFogEofgTgqyXiyB-jmbq9NDLo_VIX5bdbH_ujGFZzr9dQss_EZeicztw8Gv9y2hcP4ncvuobm0L-XVpsMGMmu_ewULC7yUslJ5j95fDEWlgAXp-wOfV-72W4kbKQQS93lziG3u38cwg=w640-h278" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>With a combination of alligator clips and jumper cables we could create a board with at least 10 trigger switches. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwEEorCFsdNYuGstK1tLmXnBYcd4Qqrg4tqgRjnEm6KcEpuZXVf-Pz1fhnF1GbolNd7nSa3pXW3WIMNtNsuCg' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>Two students used copper table design and card stock to create 5 switches that would trigger our Makey Makey and Scratch to play a sound. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiR3h4Mti8ZskAboe1aRh9110gee8UxAI2MF55aQZHtfDzluwqZ0m98rY-YUuG6j0Vcza-8n0k1NhOicgaq6ViZnNHRANZo2jbMuN3mxwPv9711wBwBKLk7Xpqh3HcJxI5rFzkodjtyoBCrPmESf9J43TqEkzweTDODu17uCPkLINmpM_Xo8AIHBo5lXQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="916" data-original-width="698" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiR3h4Mti8ZskAboe1aRh9110gee8UxAI2MF55aQZHtfDzluwqZ0m98rY-YUuG6j0Vcza-8n0k1NhOicgaq6ViZnNHRANZo2jbMuN3mxwPv9711wBwBKLk7Xpqh3HcJxI5rFzkodjtyoBCrPmESf9J43TqEkzweTDODu17uCPkLINmpM_Xo8AIHBo5lXQ=w305-h400" width="305" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>Two different students worked on another 5 switches, but they wanted their tape to weave along the back so it was less visible. Their design quickly ran into a problem, when it became obvious that the copper tape would cross and short circuit. It was a great opportunity to do a mini lesson on insulators and how they are used. A roll of Scotch tape helped us create an insulating solution. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpPAeBx4ZKLvDEtcCGPcegHMFdjA2CrS8NCdbQajcQd2SHIR4QeqNgNANdVdIcKN5BokGRWemAgU0F3uv1Bc_3hmxCN0rquyJIdbX-6zLAUPs-yY4Chpa36U4atr7dBOSeBVUbuIaOb1fFN9HkrQFxEJhTB3K6xaQ3YOPzJW0UEAxiw0iKa5mMs46sww" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="940" data-original-width="1178" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpPAeBx4ZKLvDEtcCGPcegHMFdjA2CrS8NCdbQajcQd2SHIR4QeqNgNANdVdIcKN5BokGRWemAgU0F3uv1Bc_3hmxCN0rquyJIdbX-6zLAUPs-yY4Chpa36U4atr7dBOSeBVUbuIaOb1fFN9HkrQFxEJhTB3K6xaQ3YOPzJW0UEAxiw0iKa5mMs46sww" width="301" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>As the project was coming together, some problems revealed themselves. </p><p>Tangled wires made it hard to test our project and figure out which connections were not working.</p><p>We added some temporary sounds to try to troubleshoot our creation. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh1nYOr2ppli1NDy2tmcTW9Ha6JANOGx1o3FGOkTQNR2VtolUbhHez_-NaV2xPit0kwZ9tbLjDeydaiqg2yyncxPR-zewv9b3JbyVZIdIX56Il_EcnfsU7_7iwRf45oGDsWlQtz_98TJBQXLKi0K3Nc7dv86tzBKJO_y4tolo8z8WqAyoC6TbHv10nQUw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="718" data-original-width="1384" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh1nYOr2ppli1NDy2tmcTW9Ha6JANOGx1o3FGOkTQNR2VtolUbhHez_-NaV2xPit0kwZ9tbLjDeydaiqg2yyncxPR-zewv9b3JbyVZIdIX56Il_EcnfsU7_7iwRf45oGDsWlQtz_98TJBQXLKi0K3Nc7dv86tzBKJO_y4tolo8z8WqAyoC6TbHv10nQUw" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The students demonstrated creative and practical problem solving skills to come with a better system to test the connections of their gratitude board. I love it when students figure out that they must isolate a variable and have a system when troubleshooting. Untangling the wires and recreating the wiring on a new makey makey revealed a broken green jumper cable.<br /><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dzUXIerdtJj7CMMezBDYiIObjGYiIXRcpNIajao112k9KwCx0lZzXnYeYJTZQ8LsdZr5o0dhFVgE2fbNqdQaQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><p></p><p>Eventually the bell rang and it was time to go back to class. When the bell rang, all the pieces of the Gratitude Board were ready to assemble into a final product. The last part was to gather all the sound clips from the Padlet and bring them into the Scratch program. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjkaEUW_qv-tp0H6YSrJLb2nQktGy4b4t3rsLgjp9K8kSjJ8S7a0TQORqCjmwzIIcexxTDbUpqZVyQ0O62CC0QCOrPfV0waKc50pB_MyyD07J3OSOAODr_ch4Ur5PDbRcBjZEJrC2Cw9OFMlRp4VS8IpuyoqOpae4--iNhR_XTRGrP7fxn6Wrk-E7_TGQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1228" data-original-width="1232" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjkaEUW_qv-tp0H6YSrJLb2nQktGy4b4t3rsLgjp9K8kSjJ8S7a0TQORqCjmwzIIcexxTDbUpqZVyQ0O62CC0QCOrPfV0waKc50pB_MyyD07J3OSOAODr_ch4Ur5PDbRcBjZEJrC2Cw9OFMlRp4VS8IpuyoqOpae4--iNhR_XTRGrP7fxn6Wrk-E7_TGQ" width="241" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>While the kids were heading off to class, I showed our enthusiastic and creative librarian that Padlet allowed you to Share and Export to a CSV file. </p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZQlmM1-GjEz8-YccVD9yODyAaEtJg7ENfaZmYDlGJG0cXeXRMuPF0XILMME229TiZIs6hUTCiv9fhF9nDEuvCtZy-bmPiE_7YhtBq3gxdsa4nCOR5Hvmkd8UavhERjXmd1UO8ezjRw05TiNmidTXIUsorpKOL81u-gM9wOeTJR0pAXwjTJFtUv_gfqw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1056" data-original-width="1149" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZQlmM1-GjEz8-YccVD9yODyAaEtJg7ENfaZmYDlGJG0cXeXRMuPF0XILMME229TiZIs6hUTCiv9fhF9nDEuvCtZy-bmPiE_7YhtBq3gxdsa4nCOR5Hvmkd8UavhERjXmd1UO8ezjRw05TiNmidTXIUsorpKOL81u-gM9wOeTJR0pAXwjTJFtUv_gfqw" width="261" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p> The CSV file contained linked to all the recordings in mp3 format. We quickly clicked on each link and downloaded that file to our local drive as mp3. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIU7Izu0KDB6_x4ANP-5r71PTWEKJE8t5SDxURGJQ9OI3XgmGAhdWljRKUTTc91TZZsIpUSO2t63xoLlPcNkaRKekWUAyM0k__TDfx2CgLWSL8V6J8Bwkp3H3V2qGA5qT5vZafe7f0zwkTRBe41MBf7foXM0tKZfOcQ6RZbfPsrxL5N6HbSPXqIYhLNg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1016" data-original-width="1438" height="226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIU7Izu0KDB6_x4ANP-5r71PTWEKJE8t5SDxURGJQ9OI3XgmGAhdWljRKUTTc91TZZsIpUSO2t63xoLlPcNkaRKekWUAyM0k__TDfx2CgLWSL8V6J8Bwkp3H3V2qGA5qT5vZafe7f0zwkTRBe41MBf7foXM0tKZfOcQ6RZbfPsrxL5N6HbSPXqIYhLNg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>Then in one swoop, we were able to use Scratch's IMPORT Sound feature to quickly bring all the mp3 into Scratch. </p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisyEStXTtplHhgQoDkxFLVW-uxWcZDnfYohpCyghCNhSSKsLSTtuqQ2usK19xEg8stdRHnHnaOKCLWIeYe1CuJ-DNQZ5d_-kkXLQlTYbpdbmYcsF1JzXAUkhmmnFRxQO2vjxFYz80Ia40SF_v2g2DS-V9a_zmPabykrjPc2zVqWMNNMpVAzqyNmLvI6g" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1270" data-original-width="1108" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisyEStXTtplHhgQoDkxFLVW-uxWcZDnfYohpCyghCNhSSKsLSTtuqQ2usK19xEg8stdRHnHnaOKCLWIeYe1CuJ-DNQZ5d_-kkXLQlTYbpdbmYcsF1JzXAUkhmmnFRxQO2vjxFYz80Ia40SF_v2g2DS-V9a_zmPabykrjPc2zVqWMNNMpVAzqyNmLvI6g=w348-h400" width="348" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Once that was done, it took less than a minute to replace the 'test sounds' with our actual recording. </p><p>You can <a href="https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/765302072/" target="_blank">view the Scratch program and listen to the audio files on Scratch here.</a></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjxiP-n00rI5D7xFKK8IRNx6-FvQ2jSpFsSBOW_9ookfy4qUMYwGhd3TWzNnURykLP85AI73MNJchGDAAGQqezJrpiwQcF91zx4113sDPdbH4oVIEx2oa7gU7dT8EHyopK4hknL9fx75KP7tLgk3BU-0Zi0LoMNy1obzZx-LTmHht2Iijc0ZislR5Kd7w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1302" data-original-width="1882" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjxiP-n00rI5D7xFKK8IRNx6-FvQ2jSpFsSBOW_9ookfy4qUMYwGhd3TWzNnURykLP85AI73MNJchGDAAGQqezJrpiwQcF91zx4113sDPdbH4oVIEx2oa7gU7dT8EHyopK4hknL9fx75KP7tLgk3BU-0Zi0LoMNy1obzZx-LTmHht2Iijc0ZislR5Kd7w=w640-h442" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>I had never used this workflow before, but it worked quite well and allowed the students to learn and practice collaboration skills as we assigned different roles to the ones that showed up each day. I do plan to use this workflow again. </p><p><br /></p><p>Minutes before it was time to leave for the day,<b> I shared the Scratch file</b> and copied the link.</p><p>I <b>added the link of the Scratch file to the Padlet</b> for easy access and created<b> a shortened URL</b></p><p>Having the shortened URL to the Padlet made it easy to access anytime you want to set up the Gratitude Board. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZA88LYQsI4Yi9lywXgkdzIOkOA147NDSvqTEbuU3FzUG1BBK0ORx6k9TNgJHmYdokAJeh7AL9O8VR9ehadcyUIeEvUAnld2YjvDL5NIy9WT3fvv4_bxPbGSlTF3WnkStnr9Nrwu_FwVr62kYsfU2Rcmm3g3VCT6qGHPZN4q0hMPLpsDL_5SYsx92Veg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1304" data-original-width="2216" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZA88LYQsI4Yi9lywXgkdzIOkOA147NDSvqTEbuU3FzUG1BBK0ORx6k9TNgJHmYdokAJeh7AL9O8VR9ehadcyUIeEvUAnld2YjvDL5NIy9WT3fvv4_bxPbGSlTF3WnkStnr9Nrwu_FwVr62kYsfU2Rcmm3g3VCT6qGHPZN4q0hMPLpsDL_5SYsx92Veg=w640-h376" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>I must say the final product was something that everyone was proud of. It was filled with <b>student voice and staff voice.</b> It looked amazing and both adults and students were drawn to interact with it. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhE7-7qS66wtQk3GvX1BngbLB16IW-15EaxoqqJG2nZToim5KI-PwSbmrO2TgWsi01ccJ_vm9rKqZI1FiwX0vyG83cyuss05qjkRxGhZifkb79pzRNkAXDXWWUtK-HEGU1BweW66mjSTnkJzZwDskRnxevaehKx44Nt113N7FIHzq758UA7ZyHiUf5zoQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1345" data-original-width="1793" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhE7-7qS66wtQk3GvX1BngbLB16IW-15EaxoqqJG2nZToim5KI-PwSbmrO2TgWsi01ccJ_vm9rKqZI1FiwX0vyG83cyuss05qjkRxGhZifkb79pzRNkAXDXWWUtK-HEGU1BweW66mjSTnkJzZwDskRnxevaehKx44Nt113N7FIHzq758UA7ZyHiUf5zoQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p> It felt like what <a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/ron-berger-power-beautiful-work/">Ron Berger calls Beautiful Works. </a></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvtf5e_8beuhnrsPY9qF0gFng0iFoC_UcSbSP7SBhBznT1xTUy-H18TBRssXaG-6DczKOmJAUFv7f4to_yvQzxtyVXS1QewQeB3mFEKrmbFU71WfN8vp52ozZsBZFCjBzvMUQ6jJV1f4B5lX7yOvwKBdoazQOO75kt1OBdyq8W_rg_F02QqdjmHDlxKg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="916" data-original-width="1986" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvtf5e_8beuhnrsPY9qF0gFng0iFoC_UcSbSP7SBhBznT1xTUy-H18TBRssXaG-6DczKOmJAUFv7f4to_yvQzxtyVXS1QewQeB3mFEKrmbFU71WfN8vp52ozZsBZFCjBzvMUQ6jJV1f4B5lX7yOvwKBdoazQOO75kt1OBdyq8W_rg_F02QqdjmHDlxKg=w640-h296" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>The librarian and I reflected on lessons learned and how we were able to adapt to new curve balls each week and still end up with a successful project in the end. Next steps is to show the finished pieces with the original group of kids who started this project and debrief with them providing time to reflect and add evidence to their eportfolios.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVHieljbWYyszna6mDwkF0xJdzToJXxd6BwJMkANbHuNIXijdAEweSsGaWzITDHlXxfYoq6NrxGjyX6REac41fGE3lxQacw8u2wfVbQWuaKlhtm18xx8K7Qf7L0sVslMyLHBj3qtFIBO4scu_bvu6W0Ogfl2spuU5q_Wsmbro8HElENc6roJPpyIvmFQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1345" data-original-width="1793" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVHieljbWYyszna6mDwkF0xJdzToJXxd6BwJMkANbHuNIXijdAEweSsGaWzITDHlXxfYoq6NrxGjyX6REac41fGE3lxQacw8u2wfVbQWuaKlhtm18xx8K7Qf7L0sVslMyLHBj3qtFIBO4scu_bvu6W0Ogfl2spuU5q_Wsmbro8HElENc6roJPpyIvmFQ" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3154763611899946177.post-64842720974815222852022-11-18T05:47:00.007-08:002022-11-19T16:34:40.251-08:00VermontFest 2022<p><b> </b>VermontFest 2022 was my first post-covid conference and it was so great to connect in real time with so many amazing educators.</p><p>Both sessions I lead were filled with joy, laughter, and great conversations.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqaAfDk-__A3AYpyz8JswDy2v4_3FsUtg17txTbavA1b4dJRs4qY1V-UhwC0Q7IwB6qpX93srpTcwJW0a2qFSo94ZkKxCTbyqha5lBePbZYfKzTUrhR3ZUQmypolr2AE7vDinBNGgqcg89GIeHWbLRDWMru9Mdb6rjSaTA2R4Ydo2GCB855lXoeYt9nw/s2046/IMG_9953-COLLAGE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2046" data-original-width="2046" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqaAfDk-__A3AYpyz8JswDy2v4_3FsUtg17txTbavA1b4dJRs4qY1V-UhwC0Q7IwB6qpX93srpTcwJW0a2qFSo94ZkKxCTbyqha5lBePbZYfKzTUrhR3ZUQmypolr2AE7vDinBNGgqcg89GIeHWbLRDWMru9Mdb6rjSaTA2R4Ydo2GCB855lXoeYt9nw/w640-h640/IMG_9953-COLLAGE.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-7f0a732d-7fff-26ba-6a51-96123b874ddd"><a href="https://vtfest2022.sched.com/?iframe=yes&w=100%&sidebar=yes&bg=no#" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><b><span face=""Helvetica Neue", sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Working In Our Spaces for Creating and Making</span><span face=""Helvetica Neue", sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span face=""Helvetica Neue", sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (including STEAM spaces)</span></b></a></span></p>Facilitated by Melissa Bushey and Lucie deLaBruere <br /><br />This session will be a round table discussion where we can share updates of how our makerspaces, STEM/STEAM spaces, Project Spaces, Mobile Spaces, IDEA Labs, Innovation Spaces have evolved. How have these spaces changed? What's working well. What would we do different? What do we aspire to? Let's talk and network around this topic.<br /><br />Whether you are moving full speed ahead or in the beginning phases come network with other librarians, tech specialists, and classroom teachers to share and network around this topic.<br /><br /><p><b><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ylSPRHmDz8AOEQrxMr27DaQo38b0wP2L7wgeIPS246c/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Slides</a></b></p><p><a href="https://jamboard.google.com/d/1g0VZFn9pzNFGjtabkZJ4QC5QSqAsqlu_r41nLfPqpko/viewer" target="_blank">Jamboard</a></p><p><br /></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Let's Create With Code You Can Touch</u></span></b></p><p><br /></p><p><span face=""Avenir Next", "Helvetica Neue", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">How might we learn computational thinking by creating and making physical objects? Why does this approach help bridge the equity gap we often see in computer science? We'll discuss these questions during this hands on workshop. You'll leave with a digital file you can use with a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, laser cutter, embroidery machine, or other maker tool to create a physical object that includes code you can touch. We'll briefly look at Scratch, Tinkercad Code Block, and Turtle Stitch as options. Leave inspired to Create a T-Shirt, Cookie Cutter, Zipper Pull, Earrings, or other other fun artifacts using Code you can Touch.</span></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1dnFkaMx85FbrMlHINHhDUlTmv2t09QD-hSPYsNIcRoM/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Get your Slides Here</a></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR6sftwedQ2tsycTrdMwrnCd_l6KWr6c8qKNGCXnIlmFdF_A/viewform?usp=sf_link" target="_blank">Take the Snowflake Challenge </a></p><p><br /></p><p>And then this happened at lunch</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7yJA2WDM1E19oeSPSZp75wloj-COueTbMQ6YigsM2oQnb-fOXI8jzxJCBx2eBCANdCTNVQW6QbaUlNaZkV5AXhr1ArVonfCn0axvjuKR7zWXglPwxy4WEVCAgmnLA81s_1qN6qBgT3jJWHHfsfVHZ25I5YtUtMeaGb62Lg6RpzbO9L_YwE1ULfr4rXA/s4032/Jessica%20Lucie.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7yJA2WDM1E19oeSPSZp75wloj-COueTbMQ6YigsM2oQnb-fOXI8jzxJCBx2eBCANdCTNVQW6QbaUlNaZkV5AXhr1ArVonfCn0axvjuKR7zWXglPwxy4WEVCAgmnLA81s_1qN6qBgT3jJWHHfsfVHZ25I5YtUtMeaGb62Lg6RpzbO9L_YwE1ULfr4rXA/w400-h300/Jessica%20Lucie.heic" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Jessica Wilson - 2022 Frank Watson Award</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lucie deLaBruere 2022 Making IT Happen Award</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ended the conference inspired by Ken Shelton's message</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgUHT9koGoCMPatmQl9pRlulHT-9KfxCRvsdUrcJFLir5RxJ6m6ILDagvDuT5CWO-6Ko8EIXWXMchpk4mSxnOo2yi6O9yStLxCiM9DDkkmOjBGlpIa6ZE17Zsf9N0Sl80gf2ZL8nUcvXy2xMVfPvEcrJ_-am_Uu7UDDTymYywlpSRSmrQS02XiVHkRqA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgUHT9koGoCMPatmQl9pRlulHT-9KfxCRvsdUrcJFLir5RxJ6m6ILDagvDuT5CWO-6Ko8EIXWXMchpk4mSxnOo2yi6O9yStLxCiM9DDkkmOjBGlpIa6ZE17Zsf9N0Sl80gf2ZL8nUcvXy2xMVfPvEcrJ_-am_Uu7UDDTymYywlpSRSmrQS02XiVHkRqA=w400-h300" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0