Creating Purpose-Driven Learning Experiences (Solutions)

by William M. Ferriter

Students are modern learners, impatient with education that makes them feel uninvolved, so teachers need to reshape traditional classrooms to give modern students opportunities to exercise choice in their curriculum and demonstrate their intellectual faculty. Motivate and inspire students to learn at high levels. By bringing meaningful work to the classroom, students will develop curiosity, become actively engaged, and have a sense of purpose for their education. Discover strategies and tips for reshaping the traditional classroom environment to give modern students opportunities to exercise choice in their curriculum, master skills, and demonstrate what they've learned.
Introduction
Chapter 1: Here's What I Mean by Doing Work That Matters
Chapter 2: Microlending as an Example of Doing Work That Matters
Chapter 3: Purpose-Driven Blogging as an Example of Doing Work That Matters
Chapter 4: Making School Different
References

80 pages, Perfect Paperback

Published May 29, 2015

Reviews

[Kevin McShane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book for all teachers. At only 60 pages and with two very detailed examples, it is both manageable and useful in showing he why and how of project based learning.