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Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits
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Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits

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Mike Petrich
Karen Wilkinson
Luigi Anzivino

Instructors: Mike Petrich

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6 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
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There are 6 modules in this course

What is tinkering? What does it mean to you? Is it different from engineering or other forms of making? We'll explore these questions in the readings and forums while getting a sneak preview of the activities we'll be sharing over the following modules.

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3 videos5 readings

Tinkering is all about making, so let's get started. In this module we begin with a basic circuit board activity, which helps learners make physical and conceptual connections between electrical components. You will learn how to build your own set to play with and why we designed it this way.

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6 videos2 readings

In this module, we'll explore erratic motion and art-making with an activity called Scribbling Machines. We'll also investigate how tinkering maps on to different indicators of learning.

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6 videos2 readings

We'll explore the aesthetic dimensions of tinkering with a full rundown of our Paper Circuits and Sewn Circuits activities, including key design elements and important principles.

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6 videos2 readings

A look at the high-tech side of tinkering. In this module, we'll also explore strategies for facilitation and deep engagement.

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5 videos2 readings

It's your turn! How will you take what you've learned in this class and apply it to your own life and practice? We'll help you come up with a detailed action plan and get feedback from other students in the class. By the end of this module you'll complete your project, your peer assessments and review other people's work.

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4 videos2 readings1 peer review

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Mike Petrich
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Karen Wilkinson
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