Front-End Analysis and Prototype of a Technology-Rich Learning Environment for Urban Middle School Youth

• In Event: Roundtable Session 10
  In Roundtable Session: Design and Assessment of Learning With Technology

Abstract

AMAYS is an NSF sponsored design-based research project involving the creation, implementation, and evaluation of a unique, technology-rich informal learning environment (ILE) and curriculum for traditionally underserved middle school students in the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area. Our 3-year research plan for the AMAYS project involves mixed methods for data collection and analysis and formative evaluation based on the concept of design-based research. Our poster will present results of our first iteration of data collection and analysis as well as the initial prototype of the AMAYS ILE.

Authors

• Brendan D. Calandra, Georgia State University

• Maggie Renken, Georgia State University

• Jonathan Cohen, Georgia State University