Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning

Career Exploration Through Experiential Learning: Design and Engineering

Evidence in Action

Karen Scheaffer, Ryan McCoy | Published: July 2nd, 2025 by K20 Center

  • PLANS Data Source Grade Level KISSCE - College Access, KISSCE - Engagement

Summary

This intervention brief explores the study titled "Hands-On Summer Camp to Attract K–12 Students to Engineering Fields" by Muhittin Yilmaz, Jianhong Ren, Sheryl Custer, and Joyce Coleman, which evaluates the impact of a week-long engineering summer camp designed to engage high school students in STEM education through immersive, hands-on experiences.