Cerys from Grade 7B explored gender stereotyping by asking Grade 3 students to draw athletes doing their favorite sports. Some interesting results! GEMS World Academy Switzerland #myp GWASARTS

"Design isn’t a linear process. It is ambiguous. It is a collection of abilities, mindsets, moves, methods, and decisions." Students reflect on the quarter-long class, Design Thinking Studio, where they practiced abilities central to human-centered design. bit.ly/2YqfH9Y

Exploring new local trails where old growth Redwood giants live.

Great presentation given at the Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve Stanford’s Jasper Ridge BP learning about camera trap techniques and latest data from citizen science in and around this incredible natural laboratory.

Design lab setup here we go...!

"Creativity is a mindset, a way of thinking, and a proactive approach to finding new solutions." Tom and David Kelley, Creative Confidence, 2013.

First Design Challenge set! Grade 7 explores how structural design and solid foundations are essential when creating the highest and strongest House of Cards... #mypdesign

Finally having a go at the #glowforge and getting to grips with the cut specs for different materials. Looking forward to seeing student work in the next few weeks of #mypdesign

Grade 11 Design students create a rich picture for their empathic prototype project in Human Factors and Ergonomics: dumbbells, folding tables and new thermos openings in the making.

Grade 7 became chocolatiers this morning at the @ChocolatCailler factory and museum before exploring the stunning Château de Gruyères. Weather and scenery was exceptional! GEMS World Academy Switzerland #myp

Brainstorming about innovation with Adam Hughes & @JamesDalziel1. Exciting times ahead! GEMS World Academy Switzerland #GWAinspire

Navigating through crevasses on the approach to the col de la Grande Lui instagram.com/p/BfTTUaFF0o5/

Scouting the stunning Mont Charvet 2538m and combes in the splendid Aravis mountain chain with… instagram.com/p/BfoHMGLFNfU/

“What a century of climate change has done to France’s biggest glacier” #geographyteacher #ibgeog #extreme flip.it/-ZQ6LX

Really impressive to see GEMS World Academy Switzerland Grade 9 students taking part in an improv workshop by the NewYorkFilmAcademy #Storyshop #theatre #MYP

Grade 7 mini challenge intro into Scribble bots - tinkering with circuits and DC motors to create some interesting designs #MYP #tinkering #maker GEMS World Academy Switzerland #design

Double perfect circles! Success in G7 with makerbots creating circles with Adam Hughes #GWAinspire #MakerEducation #design

Loving the artwork created by Grade 7 students’ Scribblebots today GEMS World Academy Switzerland #GWAinspire Lightbulb moments. #MYP #creativelearning #scribblebots