The Hechinger Report

MARCH 8, 2021

Four new studies on project-based learning. 2nd grade social studies. High school Advanced Placement. High school Advanced Placement. Advocates say that hands-on projects motivate students to learn, think critically, solve problems and work collaboratively with their peers.

Project-Based Learning 145

Project-Based Learning Middle School Social Studies High School 145

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2013

This was where I finally learned about VR Quest™ developed by Warren Black. Warren developed this program for middle and high school students, but Judy convinced him that elementary school students could do it. Each VR Quest™ project has a specific content area as its "lead" theme.

Critical Thinking 347

Critical Thinking Project-Based Learning Educational Technology Elementary School 347

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 19, 2023

Project-based learning is trendy. But a June 2023 study from England could override all these debates: the most effective use of class time may depend on the subject. But they had success with English, science and social studies. Although the study took place in England, Taylor sees lessons here for U.S.

Teaching 144

Teaching Project-Based Learning Tutoring Economics 144

ED Surge

MARCH 15, 2024

As a high school social studies teacher, my job includes helping students learn to use evidence to present arguments, engage in civil discourse and take informed action to bring about change. This idea has been critical for me as a social studies teacher, but it goes beyond the social studies classroom.

American History 124

American History World History Social Studies History 124

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 29, 2020

“Who is the school board really representing? Are students of color getting represented appropriately and are decisions being made to support them and their learning?” Vida Mendoza, high school freshman, Oakland, California. Things … the government does affect us, but we can’t vote,” she said.

Civics 143

Civics Civic Engagement High School Government 143

The Hechinger Report

MAY 4, 2020

A year before the pandemic began, my school district examined how this connection could help guide a student’s career path. In Alabama, jobs that require more than a high-school diploma but less than a bachelor’s degree account for 59 percent of the labor market. So, how does it all work?

Tradition 102

Tradition Project-Based Learning Lesson Plan Social Studies 102

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 27, 2020

They are advocating for core curriculum changes in social studies — specifically American history — classes. Additionally, throughout the year, students are exposed to a different concept every month through daily read alouds, project-based learning and classroom meetings.

Teaching 145

Teaching Elementary School Social Justice American History 145