Telling Our Stories: Connecting Globally
[…] to be successful in our constantly evolving world. Telling Our Story We need to focus on peer collaboration and on a global scale. In my classroom, using PBL over the past few years has led to amazing learning experiences for my students and for me. We have leveraged different digital tools to make those […]
Remote Learning: Lessons Learned and Reflections to Inform the Future
[…] and the curriculum they might be learning if still in their physical classroom setting. By focusing our efforts on bringing in concepts such as project-based learning ( PBL), place-based learning, STEAM curriculum, entrepreneurial ventures, and genius hour, our students will have more independence and the opportunity to drive their learning, now more than ever […]
How To Bring a Cross-Curricular Approach to Your Instruction
[…] classrooms shouldn’t either? When you take a chance on transdisciplinary instruction, your students will thank you. For more, see: Choosing the Right Tools for Amplifying Learning Through PBL Active Learning: The Secret to El Paso’s Success 5 Ways PBL Set A Clearer Vision for My Career Aspirations Linda R. Hixson is a Technology Teacher […]
How Systems And States Can Encourage More And Better Project-Based Learning
[…] collaboration. And, it can be difficult to get all students prepared to contribute to demanding challenges. Leading experts supported the development of the High-Quality Project-Based Learning (HQ PBL) framework with support from PMIEF. It provides guidance to teachers on what high-quality PBL student experiences ought to look like and include. States and school systems […]
The Increasing Role of Artificial Intelligence in Our Lives
[…] opportunities for students in our schools and also connect them with global possibilities for learning and challenging themselves based on personal interests. By providing options such as PBL or genius hour, we can create more opportunities for students to become the creators of their own AI. Sixth grade students in San Jose created the […]
Smart List: Learning Platforms
[…] activities, and grouping options. (See our feature) K-12 Platforms (LMS & content) Connections Learning: Provides K-12 online courses on the Connexus platform Defined Learning: A STEM based PBL platform with career-connected projects and customized project platform for teachers to build their own. Edgenuity: A comprehensive set of online and blended content and management offerings […]
Five Focus Tips for Back to School
[…] with their peers, and taking risks with learning. Provide students with different choices for creating and sharing what they have learned. Use methods like genius hour or PBL to spark curiosity and promote student-driven learning. Offer choices in digital tools that foster creativity such as Book Creator, Buncee, Canva, Genially, Storybird or Storyboard That. Start […]
Supporting Statewide Change Through Microgrants to Families
[…] engaging experienced practitioners. For more information on the coalition contact Caroline. For more, see: 3 Ways Leaders Can Create the Conditions for Deeper Learning Choosing the Right Tools for Amplifying Learning Through PBL A Path to Higher Education and Employment for Refugees Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
Exploring New Pathways at the NVSIDE Conference
[…] What strategies can we use to promote the development of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity in our classrooms? Trying methods like station rotations, project-based learning ( PBL), or genius hour, gives students a chance to work at their own pace, collaborate with classmates, and involve learning that can happen beyond the physical classroom […]
It’s Time to Reassess Our Understanding of the 4Cs
[…] cultural influences over their ability to create, communicate, collaborate, and critically think? Communication The performative features of communication are paramount in project-based learning. That’s why most communication rubrics in PBL settings focus on oral presentations. The influence of culture on students’ ability to score highly on a presentation rubric should be obvious but most of us […]
