A Framework for Invention Education

January 1st, 2020 | RESEARCH

Using their imagination and creativity, inventors have made significant contributions to our world throughout the course of human history. In recent times, a growing community has responded to the need for more intensive research on Invention Education and within the last several years has begun organizing itself around collaborative action that will accelerate the uptake and practice of Invention Education. The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive community-driven framework and set of principles for Invention Education that can support its growth within formal and informal learning environments from K-12 through higher education.

Document

2020-Invention-Education-Framework_022120_Final_Pages.pdf

Team Members

Erin Tochen, Contact, Lemelson Foundation

Funders

Funding Source: Private Foundation
Funding Program: Lemelson Foundation

Tags

Audience: Administration | Leadership | Policymakers | Educators | Teachers | Learning Researchers | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: Education and learning science | Engineering | General STEM | Technology
Resource Type: Reference Materials | Report
Environment Type: Informal | Formal Connections | K-12 Programs | Making and Tinkering Programs | Public Programs