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Institute for Design and Innovation


The Learning Universe
Putting Students at the Center: A Copernican Revolution for Education By Sam Vierra In 1514, Nicolaus Copernicus quietly shared a manuscript with a few trusted friends. In it, he outlined a revolutionary theory: the Earth was not the center of the universe. Instead, the planets revolved around the sun. When he received the printed copy of his life’s work on his deathbed in 1543, Copernicus could not have known the seismic shift his ideas would cause—not just in astronomy, but
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Nov 3, 20253 min read


The Daydream
A short film Directed by Sara Watabe

Sara Watabe
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Empowering High School Students Through Innovative Design Education
In today's rapidly evolving world, traditional high school education may not always be enough to prepare students for the challenges they will face in the future. That's where innovative programs like the Institute of Design and Innovation (IDI) come in to bridge the gap and empower high school students through design education. IDI is not your typical high school program. It's a project-based learning initiative that places a strong emphasis on cultivating better work habits
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Aug 23, 20242 min read


Driving Student Engagement with Real-World Problem-Solving Projects
Are you looking for a way to engage high school students in real-world problem-solving projects? Look no further than the Institute of Design and Innovation (IDI). This project-based learning program is designed to cultivate better work habits and efforts among high school students, setting them up for success in the future. The IDI program is divided into three key components: international relations, personal projects, and program projects. By offering a range of opportunit
slvierra
Aug 23, 20242 min read


Transforming High School Experience with Project-Based Learning Programs
High school is a crucial period in a student's life where they not only learn academic subjects but also develop essential skills and habits that will shape their future. The Institute of Design and Innovation (IDI) is revolutionizing the high school experience with its project-based learning program that emphasizes real-world problem-solving and innovation. At IDI, students are encouraged to take on projects that focus on international relations, personal interests, and coll
slvierra
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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