Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 27, 2020

But I think all of the virtual schools that I’ve encountered still focus primarily on low-level learning, digitized and chunked into a digital adaptive learning system. I don’t think I’ve ever seen ‘deeper learning’ or inquiry- and project-based learning as a core tenet of a virtual school.

Project-Based Learning 130

Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Education Teaching 130

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

As a result, they are not developing their metacognitive, critical thinking, and self-regulatory skills; all of which are critical to success both in the classroom and beyond. When teachers do the bulk of the thinking and work, they rob students of opportunities to develop these critical life skills.

Project-Based Learning 187

Project-Based Learning Professional Development Tradition Critical Thinking 187

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This is STEM education in action: Hands-on projects help students develop critical thinking skills while sparking interest in science, technology, engineering and math. Students need opportunities to develop the critical thinking skills that will allow them to succeed in these fields.

K-12 111

K-12 Elementary School Museum Critical Thinking 111

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 25, 2024

The rapidly changing demands of the workplace and life require individuals who are self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of critical thinking and problem-solving. By not allowing students to take more responsibility for their learning, we risk leaving them unprepared for these future challenges.

Critical Thinking 78

Critical Thinking Psychology Project-Based Learning Tradition 78

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

Math Skills Reinforcement: For math classes, must-do stations could focus on foundational math skills that need reinforcement, as identified by assessment data, while may-do stations could offer problem-solving activities, collaborative real-world math challenges, or math games that stimulate critical thinking and application.

Project-Based Learning 147

Project-Based Learning Tradition Critical Thinking Cultures 147

ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

Research indicates that Generation Z students are technologically savvy and appreciate interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences. And research shows that peer reviews build community among students and help them develop critical thinking and communication skills. Today’s careers require creativity.

Advocacy 109

Advocacy K-12 Critical Thinking Project-Based Learning 109

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2013

Many of these conversations focused on my own son’s use of technology as a catalyst for creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking developed by playing Minecraft and using iMovie to storyboard and create his own movies. The two lead themes that students could choose from were ancient Egypt and Mars.

Critical Thinking 330

Critical Thinking Project-Based Learning Educational Technology Elementary School 330

Dr. Shannon Doak

APRIL 14, 2024

For instance, in a project-based learning setup, AI can suggest design modifications for student projects based on historical data and trends, effectively becoming a “member” of the project team.

Tutoring 80

Tutoring Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Tradition 80

The Hechinger Report

MAY 8, 2019

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.”.

Project-Based Learning 112

Project-Based Learning Tradition Social Studies Middle School 112

The Hechinger Report

MAY 13, 2018

Instead, the schools have adopted an approach that’s become increasingly popular among education advocates and funders: project-based learning. Projects are organized around the development of skills like student collaboration, problem-solving and self-reflection through assignments that blend research with public presentations.

Project-Based Learning 98

Project-Based Learning Leadership Tradition High School 98

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2011

Case studies promote the following skills that are at the heart of authentic learning: problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. Incorporate characteristics of both problem and project-based learning. They expose students to real-life issues.

Project-Based Learning 260

Project-Based Learning Interactive Learning Critical Thinking Teaching 260

Students of History

JANUARY 3, 2023

For US History, that can be reading (or even listening to) this short article on the stock market crash of 1929 and then organizing the important parts of the article into their interactive notebook: This allows students to be hands on with their learning and easily combine a digital resource with a paper/pencil activity.

Social Studies 52

Social Studies Historic Sites Teaching Primary Sources 52

Digital Promise

MAY 7, 2019

Schools everywhere have joined the maker movement by creating makerspaces where students can engage in project-based learning and bring their innovative designs to life.

Project-Based Learning 127

Project-Based Learning Leadership Critical Thinking Research 127

Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Five concern the core areas of 21st century skills that have shown very strong statistical reliability in previous 21st century skills’ rubrics —critical thinking, collaboration, communication, creativity, and agency—and a sixth indicator focuses on the selection of relevant technology tools. References. Hixson, N.

Professional Development 77

Professional Development Project-Based Learning Educational Technology Critical Thinking 77

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

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.

K-12 84

K-12 Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Humanities 84

Dangerously Irrelevant

DECEMBER 24, 2016

I talked a lot about the power of student agency and tried to give numerous, concrete examples of student-directed project- and inquiry-based learning in practice. 5 great slides about technology, learning, and change. Project-based learning in Northwest Iowa.

Leadership 0

Leadership Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Cultures 0

Digital Promise

JULY 27, 2018

But really, they’re interdisciplinary, promoting important educational principles such as inquiry, play, imagination, innovation, critical thinking , problem solving and passion-based learning. Nine more school boards have joined for the second year of the project.

Elementary School 62

Elementary School Critical Thinking Lesson Plan Cultures 62

Dangerously Irrelevant

MARCH 17, 2015

Julie is a regular local, state, and national presenter focusing on student-centered learning, authentic work, and project-based learning. In short, we will redesign one or two lessons from elsewhere to make them richer and more robust. | 10 minutes – We will take a break! Register here! Related Posts.

K-12 97

K-12 Leadership Project-Based Learning Lesson Plan 97

Dangerously Irrelevant

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Day 3: Problem- and Inquiry-Based Learning – Review of last session’s evaluations and our rules of play – Crowdsourcing – Understanding how Wikipedia really works – Crowdsourcing ideas for students and teachers – Essential elements of project-based learning – PBL v.

Leadership 107

Leadership Professional Development Geography Project-Based Learning 107

Dr. Shannon Doak

MAY 28, 2024

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.

Education 65

Education Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Geography 65

Digital Promise

JANUARY 22, 2016

.” These pathways include ways for students to design their own learning, connect with real-world experts, react to real-world problems, learn in flexible and adaptable learning spaces, and benefit from a priority on project-based learning and maker-infused curriculum.

Charter School 28

Charter School Project-Based Learning Critical Thinking Leadership 28

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

Please provide some project-based learning ideas for grade students to explore. What are some differentiated options for students to show their learning about in my grade class? These choices promote active engagement, critical thinking, and the ability to connect and apply concepts in various contexts.

Social Science 158

Social Science Artifacts Museum History 158