Genius Hour Wrap-up for 2015

Here is a list of the students' initial driving questions, though some of these have changed during the course of this project.

• Can we educate people about horses so they can be safe around them?

• Can we make a dress and use it to inspire others to do something other than throwing rubbish away?

• Can we make our own original screen prints to sell and donate the money for charity?

• To make a Powerpoint to educate people on taekwondo

• Can we make a cardboard tent by recycling old boxes?

• Can I make a sheath out of leather using leatherwork skills?

• Can I make intricate christmas decorations using all different materials?

• Can we make a good looking outfit using recycled materials?

• Can we design and make a trolley for the trolley derby?

• How can I beautify the school using recycled fabric and cardboard?

• Can I inform people about Athletics?

We have just about wrapped up Genius Hour for this term and it has been a learning curve as well as a 'work in progress' for all of us. The kids have given feedback via a survey form with all of them giving GH a rating of 3 or more on a scale of 5 (5 = brilliant learning opportunity).

Together, we will come up with a plan to make improvements to Genius Hour in an effort to create a fruitful learning experience for all students. Watch this space!

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