Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Here are three ways to set up project-based learning that involves more than one subject area, which is highly engaging for students.

These strategies for using the annual competition for project-based learning can help engage students in US history and promote design thinking.

Engaging with different cultures allows high school students to develop an empathetic and globally inclusive perspective.

Very young students can benefit from project-based learning, as these detailed steps for a project conducted by preschool students demonstrate.

Positioning AI as a mentor or simulator of real-world scenarios can promote student inquiry and aid project-based learning.

Articulating what good teamwork looks like takes planning, reflection, and respect for student choice.

When students have a say in the assessment of their work, they find more enjoyment in demonstrating their knowledge.

Assignments that are bigger than a lesson and smaller than a unit are a good way to experiment with inquiry-based learning.

Knowing their work will be shown to a public audience is a powerful and positive motivation for students to produce great work.

High school students can participate in hands-on, relevant projects that provide effective solutions to problems in their community.

Reflecting on learning and student voice and choice are core elements of project-based learning, and they’re also key to differentiation.

New research reveals that when science, reading, and math come together in rigorous hands-on projects, student collaboration, engagement, and achievement can soar.

As you consider the following project possibilities, ask yourself: Would this project help my students meet important learning goals? Would my students find it engaging?

The idea of bringing PBL into your classroom can be both intriguing and overwhelming, but there are many tips and resources to help you get started.