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The
Virtual Schoolhouse
The Virtual Schoolhouse is a compendium of project-based learning
practices from across the country. The Web site, a joint project
of the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor, also explores
concepts commonly associated with project-based learning.
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The
Massachusetts Career Majors Initiative
The Massachusetts Career Majors Initiative provides additional
information about project-based learning, including a chart
that compares the features of traditional instruction with those
of project-based learning.
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The
Buck Institute: Project-Based Learning
This site provides a specific project-based learning model that
draws on successful teachers' strategies as well as research on
student learning. The full text of PBL: An Overview of Project
Based Learning is accessible online, and Project Based
Learning Handbook can be ordered through the Institute.
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Jobs for the
Future
Jobs for the Future (JFF) is a nonprofit research, consulting,
and advocacy organization. The Web site's Knowledge Center provides
free access to all JFF publications and products. Use a keyword
search on project-based learning to find related resources.
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Meridian
This online journal provides a Web-based copy of Getting a
Grip on Project-Based Learning: Theory, Cases and Recommendations
by Michael M. Grant. This article examines the theoretical
foundatons of project-based learning.
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Project-Based
Science
An initiative of the University of Michigan School of Education,
Project-Based Science (PBS) seeks to improve the way science classes
are taught by involving students in finding solutions to authentic
questions through extended inquiry, collaboration and use of technology.
The Web site outlines the essential features of PBS and offers
related links.
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| Con-nect
Among other services, this organization offers specialized content
in project-based learning.
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Learning at Guajome Park Academy
Guajome Park Academy's Web site offers a comprehensive overview
of project-based learning and sample guides/rubrics and projects
for educators. The site also offers links to other project-based
learning resources.
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