Top 10 Career-Connected, STEM & PBL Articles from 2023

Check out the top 10 career-connected, STEM, and project-based learning education articles from 2023.

The educational landscape this year has been marked by technological advancements and evolving pedagogical approaches. There has been a […]

Maximizing Engagement Through Regular Immersion in Computer Science

Through project-based learning, students at Winchester Public Schools participated in a "STEM-mersion" program which included an immersive visit to a regional airport. In partnership with Defined Learning, Winchester Public Schools was able to […]

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

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

Why PBL is Key to Meeting Portrait of a Graduate Goals

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 […]

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 […]

Project-Based Learning: 5 Tips for Getting Started

Getting started with project-based learning may feel intimidating at first. It is important for students and teachers to start small and focus more on the process rather than the products. Here are 5 tips for getting started with PBL.

For many […]

Embarking on STEAM PBL: A Student's Reflection and Tips for Starting Small

Begin your STEAM Project-Based Learning journey by embracing smaller projects that prioritize skill development through small-scale activities, empowering students to take an active role in their education and exercise their voice and choice.

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