Creation in the real world is a disorganized process, and in order to foster authentic learning in the classroom, teachers must be flexible in planning and supporting learning experiences. Bring about deeper, self-directed learning in elementary school students. This book outlines opportunities teachers and students have to exercise cognitive complexity, engagement, and technology integration through real-world project-based instruction. Part one details the Create Excellence Framework for 21st century skills, and part two offers sample lesson plans from real-world learning projects, so educators can help students take more responsibility for and find more enthusiasm in their own learning. The Create Excellence Framework for Real-World Learning Part Chapter 1 Real-World Learning Chapter 2 Cognitive Complexity Chapter 3 Student Engagement Chapter 4 Technology Integration Chapter 5 Implementation of the Create Excellence Framework Part English Language Arts Projects Mathematics Projects Social Studies Projects Science Projects References and Resources