About the Project: Cambridge Squares (https://cambridgesquares.com) is an innovative educational media sitcom that merges humor with learning design principles to offer viewers an engaging and insightful look into the worlds of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Cambridge, MA. Set against the backdrop of the intellectually rich and diverse city of Cambridge, this series aims to demystify the often-intimidating realms of the Harvard and MIT communities, and by extension, the broader innovation economy.
Objective: Our primary objective is to make the complex and dynamic fields of academia, research, and startup culture more accessible and relatable to a wide audience. Through the lens of humor and relatable storytelling, Cambridge Squares breaks down barriers, fostering an understanding of these prestigious institutions and their role in driving inclusive economic growth.
Learning Design Approach: The core of Cambridge Squares lies in its unique application of learning design principles:
Educational Storytelling: Each episode is carefully crafted to blend educational content with engaging narrative arcs, ensuring that viewers are not only entertained but also informed about cutting-edge research and entrepreneurial ventures.
Humor as a Learning Tool: The sitcom utilizes humor to simplify complex concepts related to technology, science, and business, making them more digestible and memorable for a diverse audience.
Character Diversity: The characters represent a wide array of backgrounds, mirroring the real-life diversity of Cambridge. This allows for multiple perspectives on the challenges and triumphs in the world of innovation.
Real-World Connections: Plots are inspired by actual research and startup stories from Harvard, MIT, and the vibrant Cambridge community, providing authenticity and relevance.
Impact and Accessibility: By portraying the Harvard and MIT communities through a relatable and humorous format, Cambridge Squares aims to demystify these institutions, encouraging viewers from all backgrounds to see themselves as potential participants in the innovation economy. This approach not only educates but also inspires, contributing to more inclusive economic growth by making the world of research and entrepreneurship seem more approachable and less esoteric.
Join Us on This Journey: Cambridge Squares is more than just a sitcom; it’s a movement towards making education entertaining, innovation inclusive, and dreams achievable. We invite you to laugh, learn, and be inspired as we unveil the hidden facets of Cambridge, one square — and one story — at a time. Stay tuned @cambridge.squares and https://CambridgeSquares.com
