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3 Ways to Foster Strong Student Relationships
Jed Stefanowicz, a human being I am lucky enough to call my colleague, encouraged me to write a post a few years ago as it had been a while since
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4 Reasons PBL Leads to Deep Math Understanding & Drives Achievement
If you’re an educator and you’ve been paying attention to the news lately, you’ve undoubtedly seen articles about NAEP test scores that were released this week. The
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5 Ways to Open Pathways to Imagination and Creativity
Could you imagine a world where each and every one of us uses our talents and resources to nurture the potential that simmers within? Could we work toward developing an
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PBL Pro Tips by John Larmer: What is the Difference Between Student Voice and Student Choice in PBL?
People in project-based learning circles have been using the term “voice & choice” for a long time. The two words were usually lumped together since they seemed like similar ideas
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3 Ideas for Promoting Collaboration in the Classroom
Collaboration is being open to each other's ideas and benefiting from each other's perspectives in an open way”. - Alan Menken Preparing our students for the
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Keeping Girls in STEM: 5 Engaging Math Projects
Now that students are back in the school routine, it is the perfect time to ramp up the energy in your classroom with PBL. October 11th is International Day of
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7 Ways Hands-On Computer-Science Learning Prepares Students for the Future
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 13% growth in computer and IT occupations between 2020 and 2030. Yet many students — especially those in underrepresented groups — are not given the
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Preparing Students for the Future: 3 Essential Skills
As educators, we have had to adjust our methods and choices in digital tools throughout our careers for many reasons. Besides what we have experienced in the past few years,
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Engaging Students in Civics Education Through Project Based Learning
Almost everyone in this country wants students to gain more knowledge of civics. Across the political spectrum, it is generally agreed that students need to know how the government works
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Fresh Ideas for A New School Year
Getting back into the routine of a daily schedule can be tough at the start of every new school year. After a summer break, making a shift in routines, the
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