11.130
Educational Theory and Practice II
Eric Klopfer
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 04-06:00pm, 10-337
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
No listeners
Prereq: 11.129
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading
Three subject sequence focusing on the theory and practice of K-12 classroom education. Subject concentrates on the theory and psychology associated with student learning. Topics include educational theory, educational psychology, and theories of learning. Student teaching is a key component. Other assignments include readings from educational literature, written reflections on classroom observations, presentations on class topics, and practice teaching.
11.124 also a prerequisite.
Contact: Eric Klopfer, 10-337, x3-2025, klopfer@mit.edu
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11.178
IAP Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Wireless Media R&D
Eric Klopfer, Sandy Pentland, Cristobal Garcia, Judy Perry
Mon Jan 9, Tue Jan 10, Wed Jan 11, Fri Jan 13, 09am-12:00pm, 10-337, see URL for add'l meeting time
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Some CS/programming experience recommended
Level: U 3 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Planned subjects of instruction for use during IAP only.
This R&D program is a “hands-on” initiative oriented to develop wireless media applications using Parlay/OSA Gateway for 3G networks. Parlay/OSA is a type of open application programming interface (API) for current and next generation communication networks that can be included in most operators' networks, and gives developers access to many features of today's telecom networks such as SMS, MMS, call control, user status, user location, calendar, and e-mail. The Parlay/ OSA based applications can include, but are not limited to: mobile e-learning, games, open-air museums, remote health diagnosis, communitarian retail (mobile craigslist), micro-financing, and cultural tourism.
Web: http://education.mit.edu/11178
Contact: Eric Klopfer, 10-337, x3-2025, klopfer@mit.edu
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11.180
IAP Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Energy and Climate in Cambridge
JoAnn Carmin, Amanda Graham, Beth Conlin; Lab for Energy and the Environme, John Bolduc, Rosalie Anders; City of Cambridge
Mon-Fri, Jan 9-13, 30-3, 01-04:00pm, 56-162
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 15 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: —
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Planned subjects of instruction for use during IAP only.
Seminar immerses students in technical and policy challenges of local energy generation. In the absence of federal action, U.S. cities have implemented climate change response plans. One priority of Cambridge’s Climate Plan is renewable energy production. Students will tackle technical or policy projects that will inform energy policy in Cambridge. Possible topics include small-scale wind energy, biodiesel, and solar. Students will work with technical experts and policy makers. Seminar will end with a public presentation to the MIT and Cambridge communities.
Web: http://lfee.mit.edu/metadot/index.pl?id=2404&isa=Category&op=show
Contact: Beth Conlin, E40-481, x2-3199, bconlin@mit.edu
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11.941
Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Zaragoza, Spain Digital Mile
Dennis Frenchman, William Mitchell, Carlo Ratti
Mon Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, 09am-12:00pm, 10-485
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Prereq: Fall course, member of research team, or permission of instr
Level: H 3 units Standard A - F Grading Can be repeated for credit
This subject will continue research work on the Zaragoza, Spain Digital Mile project begun in fall semester. The project seeks to incorporate digital technology and new uses into the design of urban public spaces. During IAP the results of the research will be developed into a final presentation and web page for use by the City of Zaragoza.
Contact: Dennis Frenchman, 10-485, dennisf@mit.edu
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11.957
IAP Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Wireless Media R&D
Eric Klopfer, Sandy Pentland, Cristobal Garcia, Judy Perry
Mon Jan 9, Tue Jan 10, Wed Jan 11, Fri Jan 13, 09am-12:00pm, 10-337, See URL for add'l meeting time
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor Some CS/programming experience recommended
Level: H 3 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Planned subjects of instruction for use during IAP only.
This R&D program is a “hands-on” initiative oriented to develop wireless media applications using Parlay/OSA Gateway for 3G networks. Parlay/OSA is a type of open application programming interface (API) for current and next generation communication networks that can be included in most operators' networks, and gives developers access to many features of today's telecom networks such as SMS, MMS, call control, user status, user location, calendar, and e-mail. The Parlay/ OSA based applications can include, but are not limited to: mobile e-learning, games, open-air museums, remote health diagnosis, communitarian retail (mobile craigslist), micro-financing, and cultural tourism.
Web: http://education.mit.edu/11178
Contact: Eric Klopfer, 9-332, x2-2025, klopfer@mit.edu
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11.958
IAP Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Preserving the Traditional City and Renovating Urban Sprawl in Southern "Sunbelt" Cities
Eran Ben-Joseph
Tue Jan 17 thru Fri Jan 20, 01-04:30pm, 10-485, Field Study 1/23-27
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 18 participants.
Listeners allowed, space permitting
Prereq: —
Level: H 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Students will compare the compact form of the traditional city with the sprawling urban form sometimes referred to as the "geography of nowhere." The class will travel to Charleston, Savannah and Atlanta to gain first-hand experience of the cities as well as to meet with city officials , planners, architects, and developers to discuss current projects, historic urban form and key lessons learned about fixing urban sprawl. Enrollees will be required to fund their own travel expenses.
Contact: Matthew Brownell, brownell@mit.edu
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11.959
IAP Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Collaborative Problem-Solving in Diverse Communities
Xavier de Souza Briggs
Mon-Fri, Jan 17-20, 23-27, 09:30am-12:30pm, 10-401
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 20 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: H 5 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Planned subjects of instruction for use during IAP only. 11.958 and 11.959 are taught P/D/F.
The course develops skills and reflective habits important to joint problem-solving work in socially diverse contexts, both in the U.S. and elsewhere. Beyond "naming and framing" challenges or issues for attention—as seminars may do—the course is for those who wish to enhance abilities to navigate racial/ethnic, religious, and other boundaries, plus the deep, historical legacies these identity-group differences often entail, all within the context of producing better outcomes through joint work. The approach is both experiential and reflective, combining vigorous case method discussions, role plays and other exercises, film, and lecture-discussion. Students should expect to participate actively in discussions and exercises and complete intensive reading and/or role play prep daily. The course ends with a take-home exam due Wed, 2/1.
Contact: Xavier de Souza Briggs, 9-521, xbriggs@mit.edu
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11.963
Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Shanghai Workshop
Tunney Lee, Zhao Lian
Fri Jan 13 thru Mon Jan 23, 09am-05:00pm, Shanghai, China
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor Research Seminar and Spring Planning Workshop
Level: H 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Small group study of advanced subjects under staff supervision. For graduate students wishing to pursue further study in advanced areas of urban studies and city and regional planning not covered in regular subjects of instruction.
Travel to China for a ten-day on-site workshop. Students will conduct a survey and evaluation of the previously identified residential neighborhood developed by Vanke. With the aid of Vanke’s employees, students will use social survey and visual mapping methods to investigate and collect information necessary to make evaluations of the project. A design/planning charrette will be held to generate preliminary ideas. The output of this research will be incorporated in an urban design handbook after the team comes back to US.
Contact: Tunney Lee, 10-485, x8-7275, tflee@mit.edu
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11.968
Special Studies in Urban Studies and Planning
Energy and Climate in Cambridge
JoAnn Carmin, Amanda Graham, Beth Conlin; Lab for Energy and the Environme, John Bolduc, Rosalie Anders; City of Cambridge
Mon-Fri, Jan 9-13, 30-3, 01-04:00pm, 56-162
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 15 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: H 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit
Small group study of advanced subjects under staff supervision. For graduate students wishing to pursue further study in advanced areas of urban studies and city and regional planning not covered in regular subjects of instruction.
Seminar immerses students in technical and policy challenges of local energy generation. In the absence of federal action, U.S. cities have implemented climate change response plans. One priority of Cambridge’s Climate Plan is renewable energy production. Students will tackle technical or policy projects that will inform energy policy in Cambridge. Possible topics include small-scale wind energy, biodiesel, and solar. Students will work with technical experts and policy makers. Seminar will end with a public presentation to the MIT and Cambridge communities.
Web: http://lfee.mit.edu/metadot/index.pl?id=2404&isa=Category&op=show
Contact: Beth Conlin, E40-481, x2-3199, bconlin@mit.edu
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