Listening to Learn: Mapping the 4Cs Outside the Classroom

In this episode, we explore how the 4Cs—critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication—can be nurtured outside the classroom. Featuring clips from students presenting their GIS mapping projects, we highlight moments where they have applied these skills to their research on real-world problems. We also discuss how extracurricular activities and out-of-classroom experiences play a vital role in building these competencies. Tune in to see how learning goes beyond the classroom walls to prepare our students for the future.

Research & resources from the episode:

• WakeConnect Spotlight on Geospatial Analytics

• 4Cs K-12 Continuum  

• 4Cs Single-Point Rubrics  

• Data Lit’s Assessment Methods Series 

• Data Lit’s Rubrics Series
  

WCPSS staff can earn credit for listening to and reflecting on completed series. Learn more here.

Hosts: Mellisa Smith and Spencer Ziegler

Theme music: Lost by Leesville Road High School’s Will McAlarney
Data, Research, and Accountability department for the Wake County Public School System