A serious look at how educational innovations are disseminated may give the thoughtful observer cause to question the pervasiveness of the “scientific method.” Sometimes it seems that education moves ...

The Education Week Spotlight on Problem-Based Learning is a collection of articles hand-picked by our editors for their insights on how virtual reality can be used for unique problem-solving and ...

A large, international study shows that problem-based learning is more effective than standard instruction in math and science, and a national survey confirms that students, parents and teachers all ...

Background: Systematic reviews on the effects of problem-based learning have been limited to knowledge competency either during medical school or postgraduate training. We conducted a systematic ...

Education experts are encouraging schools to consider problem-based learning (PBL) in a move to improve engagement and creativity among high school students. New research demonstrates how hands-on, ...

The primary purpose of the October workshop was to thoughtfully examine the evidence behind a select set of promising practices that came to light during the June workshop. Susan Singer opened the ...

A project is a multistep activity undertaken by an individual or group to achieve a particular aim. With that broad definition there’s a lot of project-based learning happening in schools these days.

High school students celebrate the completion of their newly constructed playground with students from the local primary school. Education experts at the University of South Australia are encouraging ...