Career & Technical Ed
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.
Learner-Centered
Where Does Work to Imagine a Learner-Centered Ecosystem Begin?
While learner-centered ecosystems can begin in a variety of ways, establishing key people, practices, connections, or conditions to build upon is one approach to developing a strong foundation.
Place Based Education
Outdoor and Experiential Learning Across the Country
Tom Vander Ark highlights a handful of schools that have a persistent and profound relationship to place.
Place Based Education
Video Insights – Start the School Year Strong
Eden Park Elementary School teachers foster a strong start to the school year, emphasizing student involvement in creating shared expectations and a community-focused learning environment.
Place Based Education
Addressing the Reluctancy to Transform Learning Environments
Learning Communities offer a more collaborative and holistically supportive environment for kids and adults alike. Nathan Strenge shares more in their latest post.
Place Based Education
School Resilience and Educator Efficacy: The Power of Flexible Learning Environments
Schools around the world are realizing that their flexible learning environments are improving conditions for educators' well-being, helping build stronger teams, improving culture, and benefiting students as a result. Mike Posthumus explores more in their latest post.
Place Based Education
Elementary Students Speak About Their Unique Learning Environment
Eden Park Elementary School stands out as an exemplary model of genuine student empowerment where 3rd-5th graders in the Learning Community have a tremendous amount of control to determine how they flow through the day.
Place Based Education
The Future-Ready School: Harnessing the Power of Learning Communities in Education
By embracing innovation, collaboration, and a forward-thinking mindset, Eden Park Elementary shows how to engage students effectively, support their emotional growth, and foster resilient educational environments.
Place Based Education
Place & Peace Based Learning: James’ story
This is the second of a two-part preface excerpt from the book To Know the Joy of Work Well Done: Building Connections and Community with Place-Based Learning.
Place Based Education
Place & Peace Based Learning: Walter’s Story
This is the first of a two-part preface excerpt from the book To Know the Joy of Work Well Done: Building Connections and Community with Place-Based Learning.
Place Based Education
Activate Your Hallways!
In schools around the world, hallways are waiting to be activated. Start learning outside the box.