Inspiring Learners Through Origami--Art Meets Technology

Overview of Idea

"Can we just have a class on origami?" asks my math student. I integrate origami in my math classes to inspire creativity and discovery. Change how math is taught through technology and art. My math students will create videos to motivate other math students to learn these folding techniques.

The Specifics: How will you use $2,500 to fuel social change through technology?

High school students will use modular origami to create 3-D objects. Students will create a series of videos that show younger students how to fold the objects. The money will be used to purchase books, paper, and tech/scenic equipment. The videos will be uploaded so that other teachers and students can create the origami art. Students will learn how to create and edit videos. Since origami has been an engaging activity for my math students, I want my math students to inspire other students. Math is a great subject that often gets lost in standardized tests and drills. We are facing a shortage of strong math students—let’s inspire them one fold at a time.

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