NEXT Steps and aSTEAM Village puts the Poplar Bluff Community On Demand!

When discussing the Community On Demand™ cards, we always start with identify the STEAM Investigative Process a group would like to use.  This gives us a solid foundation in understanding their mission, motives and mindset and serves as their utility tool for developing ideas and strategies.  If you choose the Engineering Design Process as your preferred STEAM Investigative Process, here are some specific points the Community On Demand game can help you define.

The Community On Demand™ cards are designed to stimulate creativity and innovation. They provide prompts, scenarios, and challenges that guide users through the ideation process. By using these cards, individuals and teams can brainstorm new ideas, explore different perspectives, and identify innovative solutions to complex problems.

Each card within the Community On Demand™ deck serves a specific purpose related to business development, project management, or entrepreneurship. Users can leverage these cards to develop strategic plans, set goals, and outline actionable steps towards achieving their objectives. This structured approach helps in organizing thoughts and aligning efforts towards desired outcomes.

The cards are not just tools for generating ideas but also for developing critical skills such as decision-making, risk assessment, and problem-solving. By engaging with the scenarios and challenges presented on the cards, users practice applying these skills in practical scenarios, enhancing their ability to make informed choices and navigate uncertainties.

Community On Demand™ cards are effective in fostering collaboration and teamwork. They encourage communication among team members, facilitate consensus-building, and promote collective problem-solving. Teams can use the cards to distribute roles, delegate tasks, and coordinate efforts towards achieving shared goals.

The versatility of the cards allows users to adapt them to various contexts and challenges. Whether used in educational settings, workshops, or business simulations, the cards can be customized to suit specific learning objectives or project requirements. This adaptability ensures relevance and applicability across different industries and disciplines.

Through the use of Community On Demand™ cards, users receive structured feedback on their ideas and strategies. This feedback loop enables iterative improvements, where initial concepts can be refined based on insights gained from using the cards. This iterative process is essential for continuous improvement and innovation.