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Unlocking the Future: The Integral Role of Project-Based Learning in Computer Science Literacy

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, equipping students with computer science skills is crucial. Project-based learning (PBL) emerges as a dynamic educational approach to computer science education, breaking down disparities, […]

The Science of Grateful Learning: Uncovering the Impact

This article explores the direct connection between gratitude and improved learning outcomes. Rowell delves into the developmental stages of gratitude in students, highlighting its significant benefits, and explores how integrating gratitude into […]

Teacher’s View: Project-Based Learning Can Help Educators and Students Succeed

Project-based learning is effective in enhancing student engagement and achievement while making the classroom experience more relevant, authentic, and fun. Learn how principals and teachers can expand and adapt high-quality project-based curricula […]

Empowering Students with Computer Science

Considering today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, integrating computer science education in the classroom is essential to prepare students for future careers. Here are some ways for educators to incorporate computer science into […]

What is a Portrait of a Graduate?

In this article, John Larmer delves into what a Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) is along with its key components. Learn about the challenges and solutions when implementing a PoG and the different ways in which schools and districts are helping […]

How PBL Builds Portrait of a Graduate Competencies Part 4: Communication, Collaboration, Citizenship

This is Part 4 of a four-part series on “Portrait of a Graduate” goals that have been set by many schools and districts. My first post argued that project-based learning is one of the most effective ways to build the student competencies commonly […]

Finding and Developing the Willing

Education is shifting towards empowering students and implementing programs that promote student autonomy. This article dives into the distinction between willing vs motivated students and emphasizes the need to create a culture of trust and support […]

Teach Up for Equity and Excellence

For marginalized students especially, we need to move from a “pedagogy of poverty” to a “pedagogy of plenty.” Education consultant and ASCD author Carol Ann Tomlinson advocates for educators to “teach up”—to plan differentiated instruction that […]

How Competency-Based Learning Builds 21st-Century Skills

Competencies, future-ready skills, and 21st-century skills all involve students doing something. For the students, these ideas represent the “how” to do something or the skills needed to navigate a situation. For the teacher, these ideas represent […]

Diving into STEM

Integrating STEM activities into the classroom at the beginning of the year helps students get to know each other, promote collaboration, and develop essential 21st-century skills. Here are a few engaging ways you can incorporate STEM into your […]

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