Learning Design and Technology

JigJam

Project by
Ryan Pilat
Project year
2025
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Engineering for every kid

Every K–12 student should have access to meaningful education in engineering. JigJam, an interactive engineering notebook, provides experiences that are easy and inexpensive for non-expert educators to implement. Creative, playful, and open-ended activities guide kids and educators through the design process, providing timely feedback designed to support problem-solving skills and autonomy. Kids learn the importance of testing and iteration, and create something meaningful. JigJam helps kids to see themselves as engineers — now and in the future.

LDT Student(s)

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Ryan Pilat
Class: 2025
Areas of interest: Learning Experience Design, Playful Learning, Storytelling, Creativity, Project-Based Learning, Maker Education, Product Design, STEM Education, Neurodiversity, Formal and Informal Learning Environments, Edutainment, Entrepreneurship
Master's Project