Passion for Learning: How Project-Based Learning Meets the Needs of 21st Century Students

by Ronald J. Newell

The Minnesota New Country School's award-winning project-based model is capturing the attention of administrators and educators across the country. This book explains the theory and practice behind making a project-based system work. It covers learning theory, the role of teachers in such a system, what a school building and school day would look like, examples of student projects and how they are assessed, and a chapter on steps to take to create a school of this nature.
Educators, parents, and students who feel oppressed by the system or are not satisfied with their present situation; people who are in danger of losing a school to consolidation; or small school movements in urban areas will want to read this book and discover a different outlook on what learning is, how learning takes place, and how to keep young people interested and excited about learning.

Genres: Education

136 pages, Paperback

First published December 24, 2002

Reviews

[Grace O'Keeffe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resources and ideas for project-based learning. Deeply respect the work done by Minnesota New Country School charter school, but the advocacy for charters schools near the end left a tinged aftertaste. As my school re-imagines education, we'll be using resources in this book.

[Aaron Fowles · Rating 3 out of 5]

A deep, if repetitive, look at a great charter school in Minnesota. This book details how project-based learning can create curiosity in learners' minds. A good read.