Students Taking Pride

I just read "Middle School Students Taking Pride in STEM Innovations.  Betty Ray described  a lesson she used and put in a contest.  The class Ms. Ray teaches is MESA (Math, Engineering, Science, Achievement club).  She encoraged students to create a video and explain an idea they have to STEM.   She believed that students really enjoyed the opportunity to think creatively and put their best foot forward.  I believe using technology in the classroom can really engage students when used properly.  Also, giving students an opportunity to use their own ideas gives them a sense of ownership.  I believe that teachers can learn a lot from each other’s success stories.  Also, I believe that teachers can learn a lot from sharing unsuccessful stories as well.  I just wish people would share their negative experiences more often.  There is a lot one could learn from a mistake.