Characteristics of a Successful Technology Program: Smith and Hill

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Characteristics of a Successful Technology Program: Smith and Hill

Community

May lead to potential co-op placements or work

Closes the gap between school life and the workplace

Problem-Solving Approach

Whole process from creating, inventing, designing and modifying

Fostering Critical Thinking

Students see the value in working things out for themselves

Group and Team work

Conflict resolution and working as part of a team

Most students find group work more enjoyable

Real world design experiences

Students see their finished products out in the community and how their skills transfer to "real life"