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Hackathons bring communities of coders together from around the world to collaborate on everything from A.I. and machine learning models to mobile apps and game design. Computer science student Selynna Sun chose Cal Poly because of Learn by Doing and because we lacked a nationally recognized collegiate hackathon. Not anymore.
In this feature, six Cal Poly students share what Learn by Doing looks like for them today. Architecture for Everyone. A Human Touch. A Delicate Dance. How the Sausage is Made. On the Air. Branching Out. Hannah Cho assembles a new research structure at the Poly Canyon Experimental Structures Lab.
Today Cal Poly remains committed to its Learn by Doing philosophy, which the Academic Senate has defned in this way: “Learn by Doing is a deliberate process whereby students, from day one, acquire knowledge and skills through active engagement and self-refection inside the classroom and beyond it.” Learn by Doing at Cal Poly takes many forms.
Since 1901, Cal Poly and Learn by Doing have been inextricably linked. Combining rigorous academics and real-world applications, Learn by Doing has guided and inspired hundreds of thousands of our students toward successful careers for well over a century — and can do the same for you well into your future. Whether you're dreaming of ...
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Depending on the size of your class groups of 3-5 are generally good numbers to work with. If a group becomes too large it can be hard for everyone to have a voice in the discussion and some might be excluded.
Not all classroom spaces are conducive to groups. However, don’t let that keep you from thinking outside of the box. Encourage neighbor exchanges, letting students leave the room to find a space to share, or consider holding your class in a different location (outside) on days you schedule group work.
Group composition is important. It may seem easy to let students form their own groups, but this can lead to uneven power structures. They might not be intentional, but they can be there. It is especially important when considering gender, race, and ethnicity as well as ability level. If possible use a randomization procedure to select groups. Rand...
Whether or not the groups are permanent or changing daily it is important for groups to know something about the members. Names are important, but also some getting to know you type questions will help group members connect through similarities or the interest in understanding differences. Think about what is appropriate for them to consider when s...
Last month we launched The Power of Doing: The Campaign for Learn by Doing. It’s an ambitious campaign to raise $700 million by 2021 in support of the idea that is essential to our Cal Poly identity. Through this campaign, we will power Learn by Doing at Cal Poly for generations to come. To do so, we will focus on three critical themes ...
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The level of diligence and commitment to Cal Poly’s Teacher-Scholar Model is felt strongly within the Bailey College community. Working together, we use our knowledge and creativity to find innovative solutions that lead to change for the better. I am so proud to see the positive impact Bailey College students make every day.
