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  • Harrison Education Center
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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The Osmo is a groundbreaking gaming system that fosters creative thinking and collaborative learning. When paired with an iPad, the Osmo transforms the area in front of the tablet into an interactive work space. The students will use physical objects in the area in front of the tablet to word build and problem solve. My students will be able to use the iPad and Osmo everyday during our Genius Hour. They will be able to learn and practice reading and math skills while working collaboratively with their classmates to problem solve and use critical thinking skills. The Osmo gaming system and iPad will introduce my students to new and exciting ways to interact with technology while working on strengthing foundational skills!

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The Osmo is a groundbreaking gaming system that fosters creative thinking and collaborative learning. When paired with an iPad, the Osmo transforms the area in front of the tablet into an interactive work space. The students will use physical objects in the area in front of the tablet to word build and problem solve. My students will be able to use the iPad and Osmo everyday during our Genius Hour. They will be able to learn and practice reading and math skills while working collaboratively with their classmates to problem solve and use critical thinking skills. The Osmo gaming system and iPad will introduce my students to new and exciting ways to interact with technology while working on strengthing foundational skills!

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