Learn + Engage with Nearby Data
Nearby Data provides students hands-on, real-world exploration of cutting edge data mapping tools, on a local, national and international scale. The Nearby Data Model encourages students to not only understand big data systems, but also notice and wonder about how their data is being used and how data is being used to represent them.
Innovative Teaching: the continual advancement of pedagogy through critical analysis of authentic learning experiences, contemporary design practices, and technological tools.
Innovative Learning: deep engagement, through experiences and with materials, leading to the acquisition of knowledge and skills.
Examples of work with schools and classrooms in West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio.
Map education, curated bibliography and books that have been highly influential to this work
Highly effective selections to showcase the capabilities of EarthTime in Classrooms
Additional digital tools for use with students in exploring data visualization
Above photos taken during Nearby Data workshop for ABC CREATE Teachers' Summer STEAM Retreat August 8th, 2023
at the Digital Foundry in New Kensington, PA