Project-Based Learning

PBL Pro Tips from John Larmer: How Can Project Management Skills Be Taught in PBL?

When employers look for people to hire, one of the top things they often want to know is, can they manage projects? It’s good to have that

Incorporating Robotics Across the Curriculum

There’s a place for lessons involving robots in every grade and every subject—not just science and math but English and social studies too. Editor's

5 Fun Ideas For The Spring

It's that time of year when there are lots of things happening in our schools that keep us all busy. During this time, we may see

Tips and Resources for Introducing Students to Artificial Intelligence

Lessons about AI can provide a great entry point into computer science for middle and high school students. Editor's Note: This article was originally posted on

Hour of Code is Good Enough

Whenever a new idea is introduced to education, expect a flood of criticisms. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, in fact, we need naysayers and critics to

3 Ways to Integrate Computer Science in Other Classes

Students can develop computer science skills starting in the early grades—even without a computer—in project-based learning and other units. Editor's Note: This article was

Greater Impact with High-Quality Instructional Materials

High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) are educational resources that have been developed and reviewed to be of high quality, rigor, and alignment with academic content standards. HQIM are

Laying the Foundation for PBL Culture

“All great changes are preceded by chaos.” —Deepak Chopra So, you are a school leader. Your school plans to implement High Quality Project Based Learning (HQPBL). First of

5 Strategies for Incorporating Joy in the Classroom

Experiencing joy leads to a multitude of health and wellness benefits, including reduced chance of heart attack, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and a boosted immune system. Joy

PBL Pro Tips from John Larmer: How Do You Plan Day-to-Day Lessons & Activities in PBL?

(Note: This includes a detailed look at a sample Defined Learning project calendar with added features from the Framework for High-Quality PBL) Planning a project is kind of

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