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    The document discusses design thinking approaches to understand challenges in introducing STEM subjects to elementary school students. It describes conducting observations and interviews with teachers, students, and parents to develop empathy. Insights identified key challenges as lack of resources, time constraints, and ensuring lessons appeal to different learning styles. Surveys found that hands-on activities, apps, and workshops are most effective in engaging students. The problem is defined as limited access to STEM resources and lack of support for students' interest, with the goal of improving STEM education.

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    The document discusses design thinking approaches to understand challenges in introducing STEM subjects to elementary school students. It describes conducting observations and interviews with teachers, students, and parents to develop empathy. Insights identified key challenges as lack of resources, time constraints, and ensuring lessons appeal to different learning styles. Surveys found that hands-on activities, apps, and workshops are most effective in engaging students. The problem is defined as limited access to STEM resources and lack of support for students' interest, with the goal of improving STEM education.

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    The document discusses design thinking approaches to understand challenges in introducing STEM subjects to elementary school students. It describes conducting observations and interviews with teachers, students, and parents to develop empathy. Insights identified key challenges as lack of resources, time constraints, and ensuring lessons appeal to different learning styles. Surveys found that hands-on activities, apps, and workshops are most effective in engaging students. The problem is defined as limited access to STEM resources and lack of support for students' interest, with the goal of improving STEM education.

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    The document discusses design thinking approaches to understand challenges in introducing STEM subjects to elementary school students. It describes conducting observations and interviews with teachers, students, and parents to develop empathy. Insights identified key challenges as lack of resources, time constraints, and ensuring lessons appeal to different learning styles. Surveys found that hands-on activities, apps, and workshops are most effective in engaging students. The problem is defined as limited access to STEM resources and lack of support for students' interest, with the goal of improving STEM education.

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    Design Thinking

    Title : Staff
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    EMPATHY STAGE
    Group of Focus

    Knowledge Knowledge
    Receiver Sharer
    How well do we know/understand our
    Groups of Focus?
    Tools Used
    • Observation
    • Interviews
    • Empathy Map
    • Questionaries and Surveys
    Observation

    • The observation phase aims to foster a profound comprehension of the introduction of STEM
    subjects by directly observing and involving young learners, educators, and the learning
    environment. This approach enhances insights into the effectiveness of STEM integration and its
    impact on children's cognitive development and engagement with science, technology,
    engineering, and math concepts.

    Key Activities:
    • Engage with educators, parents and teachers in the field of STEM education. Listen to their
    experiences, challenges, and perspectives on introducing STEM subjects to elementary school kids.
    • Understand the broader context, including curriculum constraints, teaching methods, and
    educational policies influencing the integration of STEM subjects.
    Observation
    Goals:
    Empathy Development:
    • Cultivate empathy among young learners by helping them understand the challenges encountered
    by various stakeholders like educators, parents, and children themselves when introducing STEM
    subjects to elementary school kids.
    Insight Generation:
    • Generate insights by exploring how students engage with STEM concepts, the impact on their
    cognitive development, and the effectiveness of different teaching methods.
    Problem Definition:
    • Define the educational problem more precisely by incorporating observations and feedback from
    teachers and parents, ensuring a relevant and tailored approach to STEM integration in elementary
    education.
    Interview
    Interviews:
    • In our endeavor to gain a holistic comprehension of the topic, we have carried out a sequence of
    interviews encompassing diverse essential participants. These participants comprise educators who
    directly engage with the process of introducing STEM subjects, school teachers who contribute to
    the educational environment, and professionals from the field of STEM education who offer
    expertise in curriculum development and pedagogical techniques. These interviews have played a
    pivotal role in acquiring invaluable insights and guiding our strategy for formulating impactful
    approaches.
    Empathy Map
    User: Teachers
    Says:
    • Introducing STEM subjects has been both exciting and challenging.
    • I see students light up when engaging with hands-on STEM activities.
    • It's important to make STEM concepts accessible and engaging for all students.

    Thinks:
    • How can I ensure that STEM lessons cater to different learning styles?
    • Are there effective ways to integrate real-world applications into STEM teaching?
    • What strategies can I use to foster a love for STEM from an early age?
    Feels:
    • Energized by students' enthusiasm for exploring STEM concepts.
    • Concerned about addressing the diverse needs and abilities of every student.
    • Motivated to find innovative teaching methods that resonate with young learners.

    Does:
    • Designs interactive STEM projects that encourage creativity and problem-solving.
    • Incorporates practical examples to illustrate the real-world relevance of STEM.
    • Collaborates with colleagues to share best practices and enhance STEM education
    across the curriculum.
    Questionaries And Survey

    Questionaries for teachers


    • How often do you currently integrate STEM activities in your classroom? Daily and
    weekly(70.3%)
    • What are the main challenges you face in incorporating STEM education in your classroom?Lack
    of resources(30%),time constraint(22%),insufficient training(26%)
    Questionaries for teachers
    • Which of the following technology tools or resources do you use for STEM education?
    Educational apps and software(70%)
    • How do you address students with different learning styles or abilities in your STEM lessons?
    • Small group activities(63%)
    • Inference of data:- Lack of resources and time contraints are the major issues and using
    educational apps and dividing into groups to learn is helping the students
    Questionaries for teachers
    • What types of STEM activities do you find most effective in engaging elementary school
    children?Math puzzles and Science experiment(80%)
    • Which STEM subjects do you believe are most relevant for elementary school kids?Science
    and technology
    Questionaries for parents
    • What kind of support would you appreciate to enhance your child's STEM learning
    experience?More hands on activity(82%)
    • How do you think schools can improve their approach to teaching STEM subjects to
    elementary school children?Online resource and apps and workshop and kits(93.5%)
    Questionaries for parents
    • What challenges do you perceive in encouraging your child's interest in STEM?
    Lack of resources(88%)
    • Inference of data: more hands on activity and workshop and activity kits will be
    helpful and majorly lack of resources to learn is a drawback
    What is the Problem???
    DEFINE STAGE
    Tools Used :

    5 Whys
    Problem statement template
    Empathy map
    Persona
    5 Whys

    Identify the problem. What is the problem that you want to solve?
    Ask "Why?" five times. Once you have identified the problem, ask "Why?" five times to get to
    the root cause.
    Define the root cause. The root cause is the underlying reason why the problem is happening.
    Brainstorm solutions. Once you have identified the root cause, you can brainstorm solutions to
    the problem.
    Test and iterate. Once you have developed a solution, you need to test it and iterate on it. This
    means trying it out with real users and making changes based on their feedback.
    Problem statement template
     Who is the user?
     Who is the person or group of people who are affected by the problem?
     What is the problem?
     What is the specific problem that the user is facing?
     Why is it a problem?
     What are the consequences of the problem?
     What are the goals?
     What do you want to achieve by solving the problem?
     How will you measure success?
     How will you know if you have solved the problem?
    Empathy map
    Identify the people who are affected by the problem:- This could be students, teachers,
    parents, or anyone else who is involved in the STEM education process.
    Learn about their thoughts, feelings, and actions:- This can be done through interviews,
    surveys, or observations.
    Use visuals to help kids understand the empathy map:- This could be done by using pictures,
    drawings, or even puppets

    Organize the information into the four quadrants of the empathy map. The four
    quadrants are:
    • Says: What do they say? What are their words and actions?
    • Thinks: What are their thoughts and feelings? What are they thinking about?
    • Feels: What are their emotions and moods? How are they feeling?
    • Does: What do they do? What are their actions and behaviors?
    What They Say:
    "I love science experiments!"
    "I want to build cool stuff!"
    "Math is sometimes confusing."
    "I wish I knew how things work."

    What They Do:


    Attend science clubs or STEM classes outside of school.
    Play with building blocks, LEGO, or STEM-related toys.
    Ask questions about natural phenomena or everyday gadgets.
    Watch educational videos or shows about science and technology.
    What They Think and Feel:

    Curiosity about the natural world and how things function.


    Excitement when they discover something new or solve a problem.
    Frustration when a concept seems too complex.
    Eagerness to explore and learn through hands-on activities.
    Science exhibits at museums or science centers.
    Fun and colorful STEM-related books, games, and toys.
    Adults and older students engaging in STEM activities.
    Technology and gadgets around them, sparking their interest.
    What They Hear:

    Encouragement from parents, teachers, and mentors.


    Stories about famous scientists, inventors, and engineers.
    Positive feedback when they share their own ideas or projects.
    Classmates talking about exciting science experiments.

    Pain Points and Gains:

    Pain Points:

    Complex math concepts can be intimidating.


    Limited access to STEM resources at school or home.
    Sometimes feeling alone in their interest among peers.
    Gains:

    Discovering the joy of learning through hands-on experiences.


    Building problem-solving skills.

    What They See:


    Feeling a sense of accomplishment when they complete STEM projects.
    Goals and Aspirations:

    To understand the world better through science and technology.


    To become inventors, engineers, or scientists when they grow up.
    To enjoy learning and not be afraid of challenges.
    Persona

    Personas: Personas are fictional characters that represent the target users of a product or service.
    They are created by identifying the needs, wants, and goals of the people who will be using the
    product or service.

    Personas can be a helpful tool for understanding the needs of the people who are affected by a
    problem. They can also be used to generate creative solutions to problems.
    Creating a persona
    • Identify the target users of the product or service.
    • Research the needs, wants, and goals of the target users.
    • Create a profile for the persona that includes information such as their name, age, gender,
    interests, and challenges.
    • Use the persona to understand the needs of the target users and to generate creative solutions
    to problems.
    Evidence
    Call Recording Links :

    https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IVrw_0r7705WUkSMVpmcvsbjadoiOlzw?usp=drive_link
    Thank You

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