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Research Supporting Project-Based Learning
Project-based learning is a versatile approach to instruction that can readily be used in conjunction with other approaches. Teachers who make extensive use of project-based learning are blending a number of educational ideas—each supported by substantial research.
Studies Validate Project-Based Learning
Research shows the efficacy of an authentic form of education that expects students to immerse themselves in a topic and meaningfully demonstrate acquisition of skills and knowledge.
High-scoring nations on an international exam say success ...project-based learning
US educators found that educators in Finland, Sweden, and Denmark all cited autonomy, project-based learning, and nationwide broadband internet access as keys to their success.
Project Based Learning Module
Edutopia's Project-Based Learning teaching module is designed for either a two- to three-hour class or session or a one- to two-day workshop, and is divided into two parts.
Facing the Future
This page features examples of how teachers have integrated Facing the Future curriculum and service learning action projects in specific subject areas and grade levels.
Project Based Learning and School Reform
A first-hand account from Dr. Roger Rada, Superintendent of Nestucca Valley in Oregon, on how the district integrated service-learning into school reform efforts.
Learn from experts - set up project based learning opportunities
The purpose of this guide is to tell the story of the Philadelphia service-learning initiative from the perspective of two people deeply involved with its formation and implementation--Kenny Holdsman and David Tuchmann.
A true knowledge-based society requires skilled trades
According to young Canadians, "Some of us are more oriented to hands-on and practical learning options ...
Technophobe teachers wasting millions
State schools spent £1 billion on cutting-edge information technology last year but 80 per cent of them are failing to make full use of it, according to experts.
Strength through weakness
Every Wednesday at the Sydney M. Irmas Transitional Living Center in North Hollywood, Michael Guggenheim teaches a handful of students how to type their names and basic phrases in Microsoft Word and how to work with math, vocabulary and typing programs....
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Service Learning
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Social Networking With Educators
Discover the power of collaborating with likeminded people. It’s possible using the online social networks filled with business minded educators. Now you have the links an know where to go.
Bring Learning to Life
Service-learning is helping students perform better in school while improving their communities through service. By connecting classroom lessons with community service projects, service-learning engages students and brings learning to life!
Making the Difference
a report recently released by the Coalition for Community Schools, synthesizes research from the fields of health, mental health, youth development, family and community engagement and community building and demonstrates the connection to student learning.
Service-Learning and Community Service in K-12 Schools
This is the first survey to provide reliable national estimates of the
percentage of public elementary, middle, and high1 schools incorporating servicelearning
into their course curriculum, as well as providing the most recent data on
school engagement in community service.
How Service Learning Affects Students
The two major goals of this study were: 1) to explore the comparative effects of service
learning and community service on the cognitive and affective development of college
undergraduates and 2) to enhance our understanding of how learning is enhanced by service.
National Survey on Service-Learning and Transitioning to Adulthood
This compelling case for service-learning as a strategy to promote a healthy youth-adult transition indicates that participants carry the benefits of their participation into adulthood, as displayed through positive impacts on their civic engagement, pursuit of higher education, career development, and personal relationships.
Five top resources: service learning
Service learning provides time for students to work with each other and their hands to learn skills, understand social responsibility, and live their education. In a nutshell, this learning reaches beyond the textbook and builds essential life skills. Here are my five top resources:
School Curriculum in England, Northern Ireland and Wales
The UK introduced a National Curriculum in 1992 and state schools are required to adhere to it until students reach age 16. However, independent or 'public' schools are not obliged to do so.
USA School Curricula
Detailed article on history and specifics of education requirements in USA.
USA School Curricula
Detailed article on history and specifics of education requirements in USA.
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Constructivist Celebration
The Constructivist Celebration is an opportunity for you to let your creativity run free with the world's best open-ended software tools in a great setting; with enthusiastic colleagues who share your commitment to children, computing, creativity and constructivism. You might think of this stimulating event as a spa day for your mind and soul!
Project-Based Learning and Information Technology
Projects are commonplace in formal technology classes in which students develop computer programs, databases, multimedia, or other products on the way to mastering the equipment and software. However, information technologies also facilitate project-based learning in science, language arts, fine arts, social studies, and other curriculum areas. For example:
Program for International Student Assessment (PISA)
PISA is a system of international assessments that focus on 15-year-olds' capabilities in reading literacy, mathematics literacy, and science literacy. PISA also includes measures of general or cross-curricular competencies such as learning strategies.
Science Reference Services
As one of the world's premier libraries, the Library of Congress has many staff members dedicated to helping members of the general public find the information they need.
Teaching Critical Thinking
We define thinking as the ability to explain and manipulate complex systems successfully; in the sense that we use the term...
Aquatic Adventures
Aquatic Adventures educates urban youth about science, the ocean and nature through tuition-free programs, creating the next generation of scientific and environmental leaders.
Open MIT Courses
Over 1,800 free courses available at MIT.
Open Havard
The goal of the Open Collections Program is to offer a new model for digital collections that will benefit students and teachers around the world.
Open Yale Courses
Open Yale Courses provides free and open access to seven introductory courses taught by distinguished teachers and scholars at Yale University.
Service Learning Development Guide
High quality service-learning can contribute to student academic achievement and civic and social development. However, for these outcomes to occur, service-learning projects must be organized to maximize the meaningfulness of both service and learning.
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Assessment
Utilize the free reporting tools on this web site to complete a report card.
Teachers, parents and students can complete a free report card by
clicking here.
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