Haley Huberty, Author at Creative Learning Systems Blog

The Paper Airplane Challenge: A ThinkerSpace Challenge for Growth Mindset

May 26, 2020
Haley Huberty

Engineers use the Engineering Design Process to identify and create effective solutions to problems. You’ll notice similarities between the CU Boulder Engineering Design Process and the SmartLab Learning Project Cycle.

Your Summer Assignment: Practice Self-Care

May 22, 2020
Haley Huberty

Every June when I packed up my classroom for the summer, I stuffed my bag with books, curriculum guides, and other resources I needed for the projects I planned on completing over the summer. It was my time to get ahead!

The Great Waste Challenge: Another ThinkerSpace Challenge to Inspire Your Students

May 18, 2020
Haley Huberty

In this week’s challenge, we increase student engagement through gamification and creating a community of “players.”

Hitting the Reset Button: Digital Learning Lessons from the Field

May 15, 2020
Haley Huberty

If you read the first post of our Lessons from the Field series, you know that many teachers like you are supporting distance learning for the first time. This series is your chance to learn from colleagues while sharing your thoughts with us in the comments. (If you missed last week’s installment, read about the power of choice.)

ThinkerSpace Challenge: From Food Desert to Food Oasis

May 11, 2020
Haley Huberty

If you’ve been following our Facebook page, you’re familiar with our ThinkerSpace Challenges. These challenges are designed to engage students and your own children in project-based learning. As I write these challenges, I want to make sure kids can complete the challenge by using materials they can find around the house.