UofT Discovery
Group Description: High school education is delivered with a knowledge-based delivery, whereas university has an emphasis on critical thinking. This presents a gap in student experience, where the transition to university can be challenging. In a strong collaboration between graduate students, faculty, and high school educators, the Discovery platform aims to close the gap between learning levels. The Discovery Platform: Emphasizes data-based learning through an iterative course project Exposes students to a university learning environment Builds critical thinking skills through inquiry focused learning Showcases the uniqueness of biomedical engineering
Area of Advocacy: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics)
Level of Organization: School-specific
Website: https://www.uoftdiscovery.ca/about
Contact Email: discovery@utoronto.ca
