Project-Based Learning (PBL)

A growing body of research shows that project-based learning can have a positive impact on achievement and engagement. Linda Darling-Hammond describes how a rigorous project-based approach fits in with what we know works for students.

It’s not easy to help students feel connected when everyone isn’t in the same room, but these science teachers found a way to make it work.

Interdisciplinary project-based learning encourages teacher collaboration, and a whole-school showcase is deeply engaging for students.

New research reveals that when science, reading, and math come together in rigorous hands-on projects, student collaboration, engagement, and achievement can soar.

A new study shows that when implemented well, AP courses built around project-based learning can raise test scores for all students, including those in traditionally underserved demographics.

Two new gold-standard studies provide compelling evidence that project-based learning is an effective strategy for all students—including historically marginalized ones.

When projects begin with a compelling question that students investigate over time, curiosity can spark the drive to read.

This challenging time provides an opportunity for students to work on real-world problems they see every day.

Between the launch of a project-based learning unit and the final presentation, targeted instruction and feedback are crucial for student success.

Hands-on learning strategies help English language learners participate in discussions—whether in-person or online.

The open-ended work in project-based learning can help students explore issues that matter to them.

Encouraging middle and high school students to talk through differences of opinion can make for stronger projects and greater learning gains.

This period of remote teaching is a good time to start using project-based learning, which encourages authentic work and creativity.

Assignments that are bigger than a lesson and smaller than a unit are a good way to experiment with inquiry-based learning.

Researchers and educators share how to successfully transfer project-based learning to virtual second- through fifth-grade science classrooms.