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Project-based learning boosts student engagement, understanding

The Hechinger Report

Seventh grade students offer feedback on projects by sixth graders at Stony Brook School, where about 40 students in each grade get interdisciplinary, project-based learning. It’s a cool way to learn something,” Roman said. Instead of learning and taking a test. It’s more free.”.

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Scientific research on how to teach critical thinking contradicts education trends

The Hechinger Report

Critical thinking is all the rage in education. Some argue that critical thinking should be the primary purpose of education and one of the most important skills to have in the 21st century, with advanced machines and algorithms replacing manual and repetitive labor. Future of Learning. Mississippi Learning.

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Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever

ED Surge

In our tech-driven world, the value of human connection can’t be overstated. While mastering technical skills is essential, students must also develop soft skills like communication, collaboration and critical thinking to thrive beyond the classroom. How does project-based learning support the development of soft skills?

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Teachers want to prepare students for the jobs of the future — but feel stymied

The Hechinger Report

Teachers cited active learning, problem solving and classroom discussions (51 percent), project-based learning (45 percent) and personalized learning (40 percent) as “very important” strategies for helping students develop workplace skills. Future of Learning. Mississippi Learning. Weekly Update.

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How Creative Technology Can Help Students Take on the Future

ED Surge

Creative thinking leads the list, followed by analytical or critical thinking. Interestingly, the fourth is curiosity and lifelong learning, and the fifth is resilience, flexibility and agility. Pedagogically, this approach is real-world, authentic, project-based learning.

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“I tried giving my students some agency two years ago and it didn’t work”

Dangerously Irrelevant

We discussed the idea that the global innovation economy is pushing the skill sets of creativity, communication, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving much deeper into the labor pool than ever before. 5 great slides about technology, learning, and change. Project-based learning in Northwest Iowa.

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The Future of Education in an AI-Infused World

Dr. Shannon Doak

For example, a project on climate change could encompass science, geography, economics, and politics, providing students with a holistic understanding of the issue and its implications. Focusing on the Process of Learning Instead of hinging student success on a single exam, we should focus on the process of learning itself.