Place Based Education
Place-Based Education (PBE) is anytime, anywhere learning that leverages the power of place, and learning space – not just the power of technology – to personalize learning. We’ve recently released a new book, The Power of Place: Authentic Learning Through Place-Based Education, which focuses on how PBE is an immersive learning experience that “places students in local heritage, cultures, landscapes, opportunities and experiences, using these as a foundation for the study of language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and other subjects across the curriculum.” PBE is also a natural complement to Personalized and Project-Based Learning, providing a way to connect these efforts to students’ local environment for engaging learning that leads to more engaged citizens.
Sharon Laidlaw on The Place Network
On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast Nate McClennen is joined by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network at Teton Science Schools, to discuss place-based education, a movement that was articulated in the 1990’s and now has become a centerpiece of education innovation everywhere.
Jim Bailey on Rock Tree Sky and Experiential Education
On this episode we're joined by Jim Bailey, Director and Co-founder of Rock Tree Sky, a self-directed learning center in Ojai, California.
Abel McClennen on Place-Based Community Schools
On this episode of the Podcast, we're joined by Abel McClennen, the Director and one of the founders of La Paz Community School in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Dr. Roberta McFarland on The Magic of Outdoor Education
Tom is joined by Roberta McFarland, the Director/Principal of Outdoor Environmental Education for Waskowitz Outdoor Programs and practitioner of place-based education.
Dr. Fernande Raine On Using History and Museums to Incubate Changemakers
On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom is joined by Fernande Raine, founder and CEO of Got history.