Module Description:
SDG Capstone: Innovating for a Better World is a culminating, student-centered inquiry unit that empowers seniors to explore their passions and address a global or local issue aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Students will select one SDG that resonates with their interests and design a project that blends research, innovation, and creative expression through a STEAM lens.
Using project-based learning and IB-style inquiry, students will investigate real-world problems, engage with experts, prototype solutions, and present their findings through a multimedia exhibition. The capstone encourages student agency, global awareness, and prepares learners for college, careers, and civic engagement.
Key Components:
SDG Exploration and Selection
Research and Inquiry (Guided by Essential Questions)
Design Thinking & Prototyping
STEAM Integration (Engineering, Technology, Data, Art & Music)
Fieldwork and Interviews
Reflection and Journaling
Final Public Showcase and Presentation