For the past 3 years, I have been teaching at an inner-city high school in Dallas Texas. Each year I see an increased level of student engagement with authentic projects. That is projects that require students to solve real-world problems. Students present their solution and receive feedback from the end-user, business partners, and community members.
Providing authentic projects year after year is a challenge. I have joined programs that help with providing authentic projects including NFTE and Lenovo Scholars. I have also used contests such as Google Play Game Design Challenges to create authentic projects. So I am constantly searching for authentic projects. My next goal is to partner with nonprofits that need help with digital media and web development projects.
Type of projects
- logo design
- graphic design
- flyers
- infographics
- t-shirt design
- print material designs
- presentation template design
- social media marketing designs
- promotional videos
- website design
- website development
Do you have a design or development project that my highschool students can do for you?
Yes, Let's Talk
Role of non-profit
- Provide project details
- What is the problem or what is needed?
- How it will be used?
- What the organization is currently using to solve the problem?
- Facts about the organization
- Content needed
- One 10 – 15 minute video call or onsite session to answer clarifying questions for students.
- Provide students feedback on their final deliverable, on site or as a video call.
The goal is to provide high school students with authentic experiences using real-world tools and processes. Students provide nonprofits with the design and development experience they need but can't afford.
Do you have a design or development project that my highschool students can do for you?
Yes, Let's Talk