On a bright, sunny day, a group of first-graders eagerly begins a science investigation called “Shadow Town.” The teacher gathers them in a circle and asks, “What causes shadows?” It’s a good question ...
A Challenge-Based Learning model pioneered by Apple is now helping teachers engage middle school students in deep learning through projects that combine developing questions, investigating scientific ...
Joseph S Krajcik receives funding from George Lucas Educational Foundaton. The work we are writing about was funded by the George Lucas Educational Foundation. Barbara Schneider receives funding from ...