Project-Based Learning

Project-Based Learning explores real-world issues through an academic and very pragmatic way. Not only does this way of educating (and being educated) weave together critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on experiential learning; it also mimics the... More

Project-Based Learning explores real-world issues through an academic and very pragmatic way. Not only does this way of educating (and being educated) weave together critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on experiential learning; it also mimics the type of collaboration and scenarios to expect in a workplace environment. In reflecting upon what we are learning by creating our digital portfolios, I think that this kind of project forces you to stretch yourself beyond the comfortable boundaries that you would otherwise work within. It’s guided discovery. Humans are natural doers, inventors, and creators. If necessity is the father of invention, than we as students need to have more opportunities presented to get creative, innovative, and to naturally build skills in the process. I think that a common misconception associated with going to school lies in the notion that when you’re an academic, you’re being taught to think like an academic. And its not that this is a bad th Less