Project-Based Learning Project-Based Learning encourages inquiry, collaboration, and student ownership by connecting learning to authentic challenges that matter. Join the Newsletter The Fundamentals What Is Project-Based Learning? A clear and concise definition of PBL, including its purpose and how it differs from traditional teaching. Learn What It Is Projects vs PBL Understand how true project-based…
Learning Theories 30 foundational and contemporary learning theories for teaching, instructional design, and educational research. Andragogy Overview: Andragogy emphasizes the distinct ways in which adults learn, prioritizing autonomy, prior experience, and readiness to apply knowledge. Definition: Andragogy is the theory and practice of adult learning, based on the idea that adults are self-directed learners whose…
The 3-2-1 strategy is a simple way to frame a topic or task, making it useful for anything from discussion prompts to inquiry learning.
Inexperience with PBL can lead to problems such as project incompletion, low productivity, and low-quality work.
Project-based learning needs in the 21st century include socialization, elegant curation, research, pivot points, and other considerations.
Teaching through PBL can benefit greatly from planning ahead. Here are 25 questions to guide teaching with project-based learning.
The 5 inquiry modes itemize the purpose of learning in different domains and identifies the effect of inquiry on student ownership.
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A popular teaching and learning strategy, PBL is increasingly gaining traction in education. But is Project-Based Learning researched-based?
Brainstorming for problem-based learning: Which ‘parts’ of the world would most benefit from my creativity, affection, and sustained effort?
The phases of project-based learning include project planning, launch, implementation, conclusion, and debriefing.
PBL is the perfect structure to teach, practice, and assess SEL skills.
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Getting students to learn more deeply requires their cognitive engagement, and that rarely comes without them being interested.