Going From “Hands On” to “Brains On” With PBL
In 1938, John Dewey published Experience and Education, a short book that emphasized the importance of purposeful, collaborative
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PBL World 2023 Champions
At PBLWorks, we love inspiring stories about the impact of Project Based Learning. Each year, we celebrate Individual, School, and
An Appeal to Teachers: Consider a Pre-Planned Vacation
I have a friend whose parents were not the traveling types. Not that they didn’t love the idea of traveling to new lands and
General PBL
Reflections on School Shootings and PBL, and the Size of High Schools
PBLWorks Editor in Chief John Larmer comments on designing projects about gun issues, and the problem with large high schools.
Gold Standard PBL: Teaching Practices
Project Based Teaching Practice Spotlight: Engage and Coach
How teachers play the role of coach during a project, with an excerpt from the book Project Based Teaching.
Projects in Action
Scrapping It When It’s “Not Cool”: The Importance of Rethinking
An instructional coach and a teacher planned projects for 7th and 8th grade, then learned a lesson about what made one much more engaging for students.
How-to Tips and Tools
PBL in the Mirror: Planning for Student Reflection
WHY should I plan for reflection? By definition, reflection is serious thought and consideration about an idea or experience. In
Gold Standard PBL: Teaching Practices
Coaching Your Students: Team PBL!
A veteran PBL instructional coach shares 6 skills teachers need to coach students effectively.
How-to Tips and Tools
Gold Standard PBL: Student Voice & Choice
6 best practices and tips for designing and facilitating projects to allow for student choice, and how "voice" is different.
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Answers to FAQs About PBL from High-Achieving Students (and Their Parents)
An explanation of how PBL differs from what high-achievers are used to, but benefits their learning. This also addresses concerns about group work and preparation for college.