https://www.edweek.org/project-based-learning Project-Based Learning en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:50:22 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/video-1st-lesson-in-this-paralympians-engineering-class-build-a-prosthetic-arm/2025/10 The students use 3D printers, laser cutters, and a lot of glue. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:50:22 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/video-1st-lesson-in-this-paralympians-engineering-class-build-a-prosthetic-arm/2025/10 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-how-these-teachers-are-solving-their-biggest-challenges/2025/10 Rare is the teacher who doesn't face obstacles. Here are strategies for overcoming some. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 06:19:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-how-these-teachers-are-solving-their-biggest-challenges/2025/10 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/middle-school-is-tough-for-boys-one-school-found-the-secret-sauce-for-success/2025/01 Hands-on learning, choice, and other evidence-based practices help boys thrive. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/middle-school-is-tough-for-boys-one-school-found-the-secret-sauce-for-success/2025/01 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/even-in-academic-classes-schools-focus-on-building-students-workforce-skills/2024/10 Schools work on meeting academic standards. What happens when they focus on different sets of skills? Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/even-in-academic-classes-schools-focus-on-building-students-workforce-skills/2024/10 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/preparing-for-the-workforce-can-start-as-early-as-1st-grade-what-it-looks-like/2024/10 Preparing students for college and career success starts well before high school—and it doesn’t only involve occupation-specific training. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/preparing-for-the-workforce-can-start-as-early-as-1st-grade-what-it-looks-like/2024/10 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-project-based-learning-helps-connect-lessons-to-students-lives/2024/09 If students aren't interested in a topic vital to their education, present them with chances to discuss, understand, and dissect "the WHY." Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:54:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-project-based-learning-helps-connect-lessons-to-students-lives/2024/09 https://www.edweek.org/leaders/2024/this-leader-partners-with-students-to-build-a-more-sustainable-future-for-her-district Under LeeAnn Kittle's leadership, the Denver district has implemented an ambitious climate action plan. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leaders/2024/this-leader-partners-with-students-to-build-a-more-sustainable-future-for-her-district https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/samsung/the-future-of-stem-education-is-social-impact In today’s world where so many different elements of the news and of our culture are competing for students’ attention, one of the hardest... Sun, 17 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/samsung/the-future-of-stem-education-is-social-impact https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-this-teacher-tapped-virtual-reality-to-pump-up-student-engagement/2023/06 A Milwaukee-area teacher used VR to teach about the water cycle, and saw a huge spike in student engagement. Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:48:53 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-this-teacher-tapped-virtual-reality-to-pump-up-student-engagement/2023/06 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-did-districts-really-do-that-some-of-their-worst-decisions/2023/06 At times, districts make changes without consulting other members of the school community or considering the consequences. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:38:16 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-did-districts-really-do-that-some-of-their-worst-decisions/2023/06 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-student-engagement-can-be-elusive-heres-how-to-help/2023/04 If students don't think a lesson is relevant, they'll give it short shrift. There are ways to show them it serves a purpose. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:13:37 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-student-engagement-can-be-elusive-heres-how-to-help/2023/04 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/this-high-school-class-partnered-with-a-law-school-program-heres-what-both-learned/2023/02 A university-school system partnership is bolstering the alignment of a high school research course with college expectations. Fri, 17 Feb 2023 21:53:19 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/this-high-school-class-partnered-with-a-law-school-program-heres-what-both-learned/2023/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/outsmart-chatgpt-8-tips-for-creating-assignments-it-cant-do/2023/02 Students may outsource their five paragraph essays to ChatGPT, but there are some types of writing the tool doesn't handle well. Tue, 14 Feb 2023 20:11:41 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/outsmart-chatgpt-8-tips-for-creating-assignments-it-cant-do/2023/02 https://www.edweek.org/leaders/2023/making-math-matter-a-district-leaders-mission As a teacher, Tonya Clarke sought to change the way her students saw math. Now, she's bringing her vision districtwide. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:01:28 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leaders/2023/making-math-matter-a-district-leaders-mission https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/utilizing-esser-funding-to-implement-stem-pbl-initiatives Learn how school districts can utilize ESSER funding to implement STEM and project-based learning programs. Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:34:12 GMT https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/utilizing-esser-funding-to-implement-stem-pbl-initiatives https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/impacting-student-achievement-with-project-based-learning-stem Hear from educators how they are using SmartLab Learning to implement innovative PBL + STEM initiatives. Tue, 01 Mar 2022 20:23:30 GMT https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/impacting-student-achievement-with-project-based-learning-stem https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-teach-like-a-runner-3-ways-to-get-started-with-project-based-learning/2021/10 Take the equivalent of a five-minute jog to build authenticity in the classroom, because small changes can make a big difference. Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:00:44 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-teach-like-a-runner-3-ways-to-get-started-with-project-based-learning/2021/10 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-q-a-collections-project-based-learning/2021/08 Ten years of posts about how to do project-based learning in classrooms. Mon, 30 Aug 2021 21:50:16 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-q-a-collections-project-based-learning/2021/08 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-q-a-collections-cooperative-collaborative-learning/2021/07 Ten years of links containing advice from 50 teachers on how to incorporate cooperative and collaborative learning in the classroom. Mon, 26 Jul 2021 19:30:05 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-q-a-collections-cooperative-collaborative-learning/2021/07 https://www.edweek.org/technology/personalized-learnings-big-test-is-coming-this-school-year/2021/07 As schools try to repair the damage of COVID-19 and racial injustice, it's now or never for the much-hyped personalized learning movement. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:51:40 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/personalized-learnings-big-test-is-coming-this-school-year/2021/07 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-adults-are-banning-classroom-topics-perhaps-they-should-allow-students-to-explore-them/2021/06 Instead of banning conversations on critical issues, we should use project-based learning to encourage students to see all sides. Sun, 27 Jun 2021 18:58:50 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-adults-are-banning-classroom-topics-perhaps-they-should-allow-students-to-explore-them/2021/06 https://www.edweek.org/events/live-online-discussion/how-to-develop-powerful-project-based-learning How do you prepare students to be engaged, active, and empowered young adults? Creating a classroom atmosphere that encourages students to pursue critical inquiry and the many skills it requires demands artful planning on the Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:54:41 GMT https://www.edweek.org/events/live-online-discussion/how-to-develop-powerful-project-based-learning https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-students-will-ask-great-questions-if-we-give-them-the-chance/2021/05 Four educators share ideas for encouraging students to develop questions, including through project-based learning. Sun, 16 May 2021 14:51:20 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-students-will-ask-great-questions-if-we-give-them-the-chance/2021/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-dont-make-the-math-classroom-a-pbl-free-zone/2021/04 Three educators share advice on incorporating project-based learning in math classes, including asking the question "What's nearby?" Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:32 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-dont-make-the-math-classroom-a-pbl-free-zone/2021/04 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-using-project-based-learning-in-math-classes/2021/04 Two teachers share practical strategies for using project-based learning in math classes, including one called "Notice & Wonder." Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:40:37 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-using-project-based-learning-in-math-classes/2021/04 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-the-only-class-a-high-school-dropout-never-missed/2021/02 New research shows how to engage even the hardest-to-reach students. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:00:04 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-the-only-class-a-high-school-dropout-never-missed/2021/02