Inspire and engage students during Women's History Month and beyond with these social studies and art projects centered around the history, successes, and accomplishments of women.
Need some project ideas for Women’s History Month this March? […]
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This is the second in a series of three blogs focused on Equitable Literacy Instruction supported through Defined Learning and Project Based Learning processes.
Imagine walking into a classroom where students are working with a variety of […]
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This is the first in a series of three blogs focused on Equitable Literacy Instruction supported through Defined Learning and Project Based Learning processes.
Advancements in brain science have provided a fresh look at instructional choices that […]
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Learn how Eli Rollman, a 7th-grade social studies teacher at Creekland Middle School in Cherokee County School District in Northwest Georgia, implemented STEM-based PBL focused on the 4 C’s and connecting content to real-world problem-solving.
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A typical project for February’s Black History Month is a report, poster, or presentation about a famous person. In a quick check of popular lesson plan websites for teachers, I found dozens of “projects” like this. Students pick a famous Black […]
Employability skills — such as problem-solving, teamwork, work ethic, communication, and leadership — have become an essential outcome of classroom teaching and are critical to prepare students for future careers. Career-connected learning exposes […]
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Project-based learning impacts social studies education by enhancing student engagement, deeper learning, literacy, development of future-ready skills, and more. The article delves into the intersection between PBL and social studies, provides […]
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Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) competencies — such as communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving — are crucial for student success beyond school. Schools and districts must establish, measure, and assess PoG attributes and […]
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The article emphasizes the importance of prioritizing pedagogical leadership over administrative tasks in the role of school administrators. Read these strategies for enhancing teaching and learning including increasing classroom visits, providing […]
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Learn how Lindsay Unified School District, a rural school district located in California, created and implemented a competency-based, project-based learning system with the help of Defined Learning.
Lindsay Unified School District in Central […]
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