The Project Habit: Striking the Right Balance of Habits in PBL
In my third year of teaching science to sophomores, I had likely accrued 300 hours of designing projects. Through my project-based learning (PBL) courses, I learned that a
Read moreIn my third year of teaching science to sophomores, I had likely accrued 300 hours of designing projects. Through my project-based learning (PBL) courses, I learned that a
Read moreDefined launches new computer science curriculum resources to create opportunities and expand career pathways for all students. CHICAGO, IL (Tuesday, July 20, 2022) — Defined, the leading online provider
Read moreIt is difficult to accept that the best learning road is slow and that doing poorly now is essential for better performance later. It is so deeply counterintuitive
Read moreMany of you know and love meal kits – the kind you can order from Home Chef, Hello Fresh, Blue Apron or many other companies. I think they’re
Read moreMany of my early projects followed a repetitive and unfulfilling path. The project would begin with a bang and generally included lots of excitement and commitment. But, by
Read moreFor the past 21 years, I have been teaching high school science, from environmental and earth science to college prep, honors, and Advanced Placement biology. During my first
Read moreAs we wind down the school year, educators may be looking for some new ideas to boost student engagement, spark some curiosity for learning, or perhaps just take
Read moreStarting anything new can be a daunting task, particularly for a school site administrator. But when starting a new instructional focus that requires training, buy-in, follow-through, and follow-up,
Read moreAs you are winding down your school year, it is a great time to think about ways to end the year with exciting and engaging learning for all
Read moreAfter 12 years of teaching in Florida’s public school system, Brian Tupper’s principal let him know he was considered a “non-fiction reading teacher”, rather than a
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