Iterative Design of a Narrative-Centered Learning Environment for Computationally-Rich Science Learning in Elementary School

• In Event: DELT- Learning Environments and Virtual Reality (h)

Short Description

This session shares our iterative design process for a narrative-centered learning environment which integrates science learning, computational thinking (CT), and digital storytelling. Our design process is feedback-driven and prompted by focus group studies with elementary teachers who would use this in the classroom. Attendees will experience a live demonstration and open dialog on how the learning environment facilitates story creation and supports learning for integrated science, language arts, and CT through digital storytelling.

Authors

• Presenter: Jennifer K. Houchins, North Carolina State University

• Presenter: Kimkinyona Cully, WestEd

• Contributor: Danielle Marie Boulden, North Carolina State University

• Contributor: Andy Smith, North Carolina State University

• Contributor: Rasha Elsayed, WestEd

• Contributor: Aleata Hubbard Cheuoua, WestEd

• Contributor: Cathy Ringstaff, WestEd

• Presenter: Kevin Matthew Oliver, North Carolina State University

• Contributor: James Minogue, North Carolina State University

• Contributor: Bradford Mott, North Carolina State University