Connecting to Prior Knowledge with an Idea Walk

Staff Development Guide

Training Situation: Meeting (small group)

Length: 30 minutes

Objective: Participants will do an idea walk in order to add more opportunities for youth to connect their prior knowledge to STEM activities.

Agenda:

  • Idea walk – 25 minutes
  • Conclusion – 5 minutes

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