Utilizing the expertise of several UK Headmasters and Cambridge scholars, the Project UPDATE team reassembled during the summer to lead another instructional course in the NSF (National Science Foundation) series.  Building upon the introductory course's theory of "Integrating Science, Math, and Technology Through Design and Problem Solving," professors, Dr. Ronald Todd and Dr. Kay Stables facilitated discussions and practical uses of authentic assessment strategies to determine the progress of students using Design and Technology in the traditional classroom.

Curriculum materials developed during previous UPDATE sessions provided the instructional focus and contextual basis for which measurable 'evidence' (Journal Entries, Guided Portfolio, Work Group Notebook, etc.) could be obtained and analyzed.  The team further established appropriate assessment structures and explored their use in potential K-8 classrooms while delivering theory in: drawing and portfolio construction; tools and processes; structures and materials; energy and mechanisms; fluids (pneumatics/hydraulics); electricity and control; computer applications; and authentic assessment.

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