Stanford d.school: Culture is the Software
“This animation explores the importance of culture in how we learn—grounded in neuroscience. Our brain sorts all new and old information through the lens of our norms, behaviors, and beliefs. Culture is and has always been at the foundation of our learning.” – Zaretta Hammond author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain
Animation Loops
Illustrations
Stanford d.school: Warm Demanders
“This animation asks us to reflect on how we are showing up for students, especially students who are struggling. We need a combination of push and care to support students’ learning.” – Zaretta Hammond author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain
Illustrations
Learning How to Learn
“What is the most important skill students can develop during their time in school? Over the past several years, there has been significant exploration on the science of learning for K-12 students. This research offers windows into how the brain works, how learning happens throughout our lives, and the ways societies and cultures impact learning. Much of this research, which has happened in academic settings, builds on and resonates with the experiences of practitioners in our network and beyond. This has powerful implications for classroom teaching and learning, the design of learning environments, and educational technologies.”
“The more schools become spaces for open conversations about the science of learning, the more opportunity there is for students to understand themselves as learners. When students graduate with awareness and agency about how they learn, they are prepared for a world that will present them with challenges that we haven’t yet solved—and some that we haven’t even anticipated.” This project is a collaboration between the K12 Lab at the Stanford d.school and Zaretta Hammond, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain.
Credits
Creative Direction: Daniel Frumhoff
Illustration: Meghan Ganson
Visual Design: Daniel Frumhoff + Meghan Ganson
Motion Design: Daniel Frumhoff + Gregory Davis
Content Design: Zaretta Hammond
Concept: Jess Brown + Sam Seidel
Voiceover Recording: Jess Brown + Vicky Chung
All of the work is a collective effort made possible by the d.school team, teaching community, and the students.