Intel Computer Clubhouse Network Patricia Daz Knowledge Coordinator Intel Computer Clubhouse Network Museum of Science, Boston Computer Clubhouse Mission The Computer Clubhouse provides a creative and safe after-school learning environment where young people from under-served communities work with adult mentors to explore their own ideas, develop skills, and build confidence in themselves through the use of technology. Using the "original" Clubhouse as a model, the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network supports community-based Clubhouses around the world, providing thousands of youth with access to resources, skills, and experiences to help them succeed in their careers, contribute to their communities, and lead outstanding lives. Computer Clubhouse Guiding Principles Learning by designing Following your interests Cultivating an emergent community of learners Fostering an environment of respect and trust Intel Intel Computer Clubhouse Network Alliances Hewlett Packard Company Haworth, Inc. The LEGO Company Macromedia, Inc. Museum of Science, Boston MIT Media Lab Intel Innovation in Education National Science Foundation Adobe Systems, Inc. Autodesk, Inc. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Corel Corporation Computer Clubhouse Computer Clubhouse Intel Computer Clubhouse Computer Clubhouse sponsored by Intel Computer Clubhouse Computer Clubhouse sponsored by Intel Computer Clubhouse Computer Clubhouse sponsored by Intel Computer Clubhouse in Latin America The first Clubhouse in Latin America opened in Bogotas Museo de los Nios with the support of Compartir in 1999 In 2002 Compartir opened a second Clubhouse in Bogot while Intel sponsored the opening of Clubhouses in San Jos, Mexico City, Sao Paulo and Guadalajara What makes it different? Youth not only become effective users of technology, but are encouraged to become designers and creators of technology Youth not only become effective users of technology, but are encouraged to become designers and creators of technology Open-ended exploration and learning that is self-directed and project-based Open-ended exploration and learning that is self-directed and project-based Youth use high-performance hardware and professional software Youth use high-performance hardware and professional software Physical design that creates the feel of an invention workshop Physical design that creates the feel of an invention workshop Involvement of mentors as role models Involvement of mentors as role models Participation in the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network as a learning community Participation in the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network as a learning community Clubhouse Network Provides Start-up and Ongoing Support Orientation and training for staff Two professional development meetings/year Monthly meetings of all Clubhouse Coordinators Program and technical guidance and support New ideas and materials to engage youth Clubhouse Network for youth and staff to collaborate, share practices Clubhouse Village intranet for access to resources and global communication and collaboration A Proven Track Record In 2003 we celebrate our 10 th anniversary! In 2003 we celebrate our 10 th anniversary! Winner of 1997 Peter F. Drucker Award for Non-Profit Innovation Winner of 1997 Peter F. Drucker Award for Non-Profit Innovation Thousands of young people whose lives have been changed Thousands of young people whose lives have been changed Close to 100 Clubhouses in all habitable continents Close to 100 Clubhouses in all habitable continents Focus is on true capacity building, with great effort being spent on implementation, training, and sustainability Questions & Answers Thanks!