This was awesome! I love the idea that new ways of learning are being introduced. We DO need to revise the way we do things in our schools into a more hands-on learning environment. Kudos to this idea, and the educators involved!

I liked this video. As an education student, it raised the controversial idea of throwing out “curriculum” and learning as you need the knowledge. This difference removes constraints from the teacher and allows for authentic, real learning that is allowed to take as long as it takes within the context of the project.

It is interesting to see how students, even at a young age, are able to see learning in a whole new light. These students appear to be able to learn better and retain the information better. If all teachers would use this method of teaching maybe all students would be able to succeed.

I think that Project Based Learning is a great idea. Students commented on how PBL allows them to learn from their experiences and through trial and error. I think that PBL can be more effective the traditional instrcution is done so effectively, especially for special needs students. PBL can be more motivational that traditional learning as well because students are not just sitting in a chair listening to a lecture. Through this method of instruction, students can understand, apply, and retain information better and build skills, like critical thinking and communication.

There are many advantages to Project Based Learning. Activities like such will leave an impact on many students lives. It will also help them to use what they have learned in a resourceful way. They will not leave feeling they have learned this for no reason.

Project based learning is how I picture an ideal classroom. A lot of activity and hands-on work for the students to be involved in. It allows for multiple-knowledge based outlets, such as students creating websites and producing plays. One student noted that they feel they are learning more by being more included in the entire process. I really look forward to using it in my future classroom.

Winthrop University, Junior
Rock Hill, SC

I liked how the video showed the benefits to Project Based Learning. It helps to make the material that the students are learning more relevant to them, which in turn will make the students better able to recall the information later on when they need it. Learning through projects also makes the material more fun for the students to learn. Instead of sitting in a classroom memorizing facts and completing worksheet problems, they are applying their knowledge to create something.

I think that Project Based Learning is a great idea. Students commented in the video that they liked doing the hands on projects because they were able to learn from their own experiences and trial and error. I think that under the right circumstances, PBL can be more effective than traditional instruction, especially for special needs students. PBL helps students retain information and build skills, like team work, planning, and organization. Also, PBL is more motivating for students because they are not sitting in a chair listening to a lecture.