EMPACTS
DUMMIES
FOR
“A Reference for the rest of us!”
A Guide to the
What Why and How
of the EMPACTS
Process
EMPACTS
DUMMIES
FOR
“A Reference for the rest of us!”
A Guide to the
What Why and How
of the EMPACTS
Process
EMPACTS
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E – Educationally
M – Managed
P – Projects
AC – Advancing Curriculum
T – Technology
S – Service through teamwork
1.2 What is EMPACTS
EMPCTS MDL FR DMMIES
• EDCTNG CLLG LVL STDNTS 2 WRK AS A TEAM
• To achieve present time active social skills
from their norms of artificial social networking
• Bring students to the level of active successful
owners of learning
1.5 Why does it work
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1.5 Why does it work
EMPACTS Model for DUMMIES
• The EMPACTS model provides a framework for
students to develop their own learning
experiences through active engagement,
where they are:
• Active problem solvers and self directed
learners enhancing learning the content as
well as the individual
1.5 Why does it work
EMPACTS Model for DUMMIES
• Learning is enhanced when we create
something new and different.
• We all need to “Own our education”
• Active problem solvers and self directed
learners enhancing learning the content as
well as the individual
1.5 Why does it work
Why Do An EMPACTS Project?
It’s fun!!!!!!!!
Why Do An EMPACTS Project?
Why Do An EMPACTS Project?
Learn to use new technology!
Why Do An EMPACTS Project?
Benefit Your Community!
Why Do An EMPACTS Project?
Network with other students, faculty, and
potential employers!
How to make an Awesome EMPACTS Project
In 5 easy steps
http://www.reece-eu.net/gallery/index.php/funny/awesome
Step 1: Brainstorming –
Think it!
Come up with some good ideas for your
project.
This can be done as a class or as a smaller
group.
You could use ideas based on
class content, community
needs, student interest, or
current events
http://www.ideachampions.com/weblogs/archives/2011/07/most_people_thi.shtml
, http://greatfishmedia.com/?p=592
Step 2: Teambuilding –
Assemble your Team!
Teams can be assembled from people with
similar interests.
Teams might be assembled first, and mutual
interests discovered later
Teambuilding activates can be used to
“break the ice”.
Assessments can be done to discover
member’s strengths and what they
can contribute.
http://stars.ign.com/articles/924/924702p1.html,
http://www.entertainmentwallpaper.com/download/10022275/
Step 3: Research –
Gather some info!
Look up some information on your topic to help flesh out the direction of your project.
If doing a community service project, assess the needs for local organizations.
Figure out how to incorporate content objectives into you project
Develop strategies for getting the tasks needed for your project done.
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Step 4: Implementation –
Get-R-Done!
Each team member assumes an active role in
the project
Weekly team meetings and reports can help
keep teams on track.
Adapt and adjust goals as problems arise
Make sure everyone is actively participating!
http://manlypoetryman.hubpages.com/hub/Manly-Poetry-To-The-World
Step 5: Presentation –
Show off you work!
10-20 min Powerpoint presented to the class
Final Written Report outlining your project
Post your project on the website along with any brochures, flyers or other materials
that go with your project.
EMP-act for SMARTIES
• Changing our society from Empathy to Action
based individuals that weave into the fabric of
our society their own unique cultural
backgrounds and experiences that promulgate
a paradigm shift into our cultural future.
1.5 Why does it work
6. Acknowledgements
We would like to thank Dr. Regina
Thomason, Dianne Phillips, and the staff
of EMPACTS lab for their help and
support.