Smithsonian Learning Lab

Brief:

Navigation North led research, design and development for the Smithsonian Learning Lab where educators and learners can search, organize and curate over 2 million unique digital objects to create custom learning collections.

Need:

The Smithsonian wanted to engage in a major rethinking of how the digital resources from across their 19 museums, 9 major research centers, and the National Zoo could be better used for learning. Navigation North assisted by connecting with teachers and classrooms to develop prototypes and examine the types of tools and features best-suited for classroom use.

Solution:

The Smithsonian Learning Lab provides educators and learners a place to search, organize and curate over 1 million unique digital objects to create and share custom learning collections.

“Chosen as our lead development agency, Navigation North quickly became our educational thought partner for the Smithsonian Learning Lab.”

– Darren Milligan
Senior Digital Strategist
Center for Learning and Digital Access at Smithsonian Institution

Below is Navigation North Director of Education Brian Ausland leading a workshop with students exploring the Smithsonian Learning Lab.

The Smithsonian Learning Lab has received several recognitions over its inaugural year, including Top 10 Tech of 2016 by School Library Journal, Best EdTech of 2016 by Common Sense Education, and a 2017 Gold MUSE Award for Education and Outreach.

Are you an educator using this fun and collaborative tool in your classroom? Leave your review on Common Sense Education!