In 2010, Microsoft Research proposed the design challenge “service meets social”. Our team drew inspiration from the current state of the California education system and we asked ourselves the following questions:
- How do we update and integrate relevant technology into the classroom?
- How do we allow teachers to feel comfortable to share their ideas?
- How do we allow students to get the most out of their education?
Our solution was STEPS.
STEPS is an online resource and community for educators. With lesson plan databases, member profiles, and a series of expandable integrated applications and devices. STEPS brings networking to K-12 education and allows innovative ideas to be shared beyond the classroom.
Other Team Members: Kevin Kwok, Rachel Thai, Winnie Yuen, Wayne Tang
