A project is a multistep activity undertaken by an individual or group to achieve a particular aim. With that broad definition there’s a lot of project-based learning happening in schools these days.

A large, international study shows that problem-based learning is more effective than standard instruction in math and science, and a national survey confirms that students, parents and teachers all ...

Imagine a sales team being trained on an innovative new product—a real breakthrough in the marketplace. But instead of focusing solely on the features and benefits of the product, a second phase is ...

At the Hiidenkivi Comprehensive School near Helsinki, Finland, students don’t spend all their time learning what other people have discovered. They set out to discover new things on their own. The ...

Active learning puts students at the center of the learning process by encouraging them to engage, reflect, and apply what they’re learning in meaningful ways. Rather than passively receiving ...

What is Place-based Learning? Place-based learning is an instructional approach that focuses on developing student’s sense of place and learning through exploring their environment. Thus, most ...