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3 Fresh Ideas for Fall

Now that the school year is in full swing, teachers may be starting to come up for air to look for new ideas to try in the classroom.

PBL Pro Tips by John Larmer: How Can You Launch a Project to Engage Students & Ignite Curiosity?

Imagine you’re a middle school student sitting in science class. Which of the following two scenarios would engage you the most? Which would ignite your curiosity and

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

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

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

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