Making Project-Based Learning Inclusive

Curated by: Hong Ha Hoang

What

Project-based learning provides a powerful vehicle for creating a shared learning space, one that makes it clear that all students’ voices are needed and welcome in the classroom. Students get the opportunity to share parts of themselves through the questions they ask, investigations they design and carry out, and artifacts they develop and present. 

Why

The more of themselves the students share, the more connections are built. Being flexible and welcoming about how kids choose to participate builds trust as the kids feel valued, welcomed, and accepted.

How

• USE STUDENTS’ QUESTIONS TO STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIP

• ENHANCE SOCIAL CONNECTIONS BETWEEN SCHOOL- AND HOME-BASED STUDENTS

• CONSIDER WAYS TO GIVE VIRTUAL STUDENTS A SAY IN PLANNING ACTIVITIES

• USE APPS THAT ALLOW STUDENTS WITH SLOW CONNECTIVITY TO PRESENT ARTIFACTS