Posts about Project-Based Learning
.png)
Empowering STEM Education Through Innovative Summer Programs & Partnerships
Learn how Altar Valley School District 51 — a public, diverse, rural district located in Pima County, AZ — enhanced their summer school program with project-based learning despite limited funding and a
Read More-1.png)
The Importance of Audience in Authentic Teaching and Learning
How can the consideration for an audience enhance performance-based learning? As an emerging teacher, I had a strong passion for project-based teaching and learning. I taught the life sciences and
Read More5 Tips for Engaging Students in STEM
By Anne Jolly I never intended to be a teacher. I took a “temporary” job as a middle school science teacher when I moved to a new city and no
Read More
Let Students Take Control of Their Learning
At Kankakee School District, we asked our students the question, "What was your most memorable moment in school?" More than 90% of their responses reflected a project they
Read More
Using career relevance as opportunities for students to apply their knowledge
In the world of standardized tests the content and skills, often called power standards, drive instruction and the focus for learning. This is critically important information for student success on
Read More
How to Help Students Thrive in Remote Learning
The COVID-19 pandemic posed many challenges in education, particularly with the sudden shift to remote learning. Educators had to adapt, enhancing technology skills and embracing new teaching methods, leading to
Read More
What skills will students need?
About a year ago, I read about something called the “gig economy.” Not knowing what that meant, I turned to Google to do a search and within . 30 seconds, I
Read More
7 Compelling Reasons to Involve Students in STEM
“STEM literacy has a profound and growing impact on our day-to-day lives. It helps us make critical decisions about our health care, our finances and our retirement. It illuminates the
Read More.png)
How You Teach Makes A Difference
Early in my teaching career, I remember walking into the school office with a bounce in my step – the holiday spirit everywhere! Student-made seasonal cards glittered on bulletin boards, a
Read More
5 Tips for Parents: Project Based Learning
During this unprecedented time in our education history when many schools are closed nationwide, how can parents and other caregivers set up environments and activities to help kids continue their
Read More