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Project-Based Learning​

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PBL DEFINITION

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Project-based learning (PBL) builds skills and knowledge by engaging students in meaningful, real-world endeavors that accomplish goals.

Project-based learning emphasizes collaboration, authenticity, and equity, encouraging students to create high-quality work while purposefully connecting their learning to their lives, communities, and goals. The process of creating products or experiences is deeply integrated with the development of skills, content expertise, and positive academic mindsets.

Project Based Learning

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PROJECT-BASED LEARNING OFFERINGS

Explore PBL offerings at the HTH GSE, each of which are rooted in equity, personalization, authentic work, and collaboration.

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PBL Design
Camp

Take a deep dive into the design process and create rigorous projects with the support of the HTH community.

EXPLORE
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PBL in
Action

Experience a workshop designed using Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and culturally responsive strategies at its core.

explore
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Curated
Visits

Visit High Tech High’s San Diego campus for an insider’s view into our school culture.

explore
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Project
Unpacking

Analyze the essential components of a project with an HTH teacher and strengthen your PBL design skills monthly online.

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upcoming project based learning events

Mark your calendar for transformative events that elevate your practice.

SEE ALL
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Apr 2025

Curated HTH School Visits for Educators Apr 22, 2025

In-person guided exploration of HTH K-12 school community
  • Professional Learning, School Tours & Visits
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Apr 2025

Curated HTH School Visits for Educators Apr 22, 2025

In-person guided exploration of HTH K-12 school community
  • Professional Learning, School Tours & Visits
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Apr 2025

Project Unpacking – Apr 2025

HTH K12 educators present a project and dive into essential components of project design.
  • Professional Learning, Project Unpacking
A colorful collage featuring text about the 1950s and its connection to Riot Grrrl, a feminist movement. It includes images of mannequins dressed in vintage clothing and decorative text elements with a retro style.

Apr 2025

Project Unpacking – Apr 2025

HTH K12 educators present a project and dive into essential components of project design.
  • Professional Learning, Project Unpacking
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Apr 2025

Planting Seeds for Liberation: Creating BELONGING

Designing inclusive classrooms where every student feels seen, valued and empowered to thrive in their community!
  • Center for Love & Justice
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Apr 2025

Planting Seeds for Liberation: Creating BELONGING

Designing inclusive classrooms where every student feels seen, valued and empowered to thrive in their community!
  • Center for Love & Justice
SEE ALL
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customized project based learning

Want to bring Project-Based Learning to your community? Co-Design your custom event!

Collaborate with our team to design impactful Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences for your school community. Our facilitators model teaching practices that inspire transformative learning, empowering educators to bring these experiences to their own educational communities. Sessions are available online or in person, with a minimum group size required. Contact us for more information.

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resources

Read, Watch, Listen

Curated content from schools across the globe.

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Article

Collaboration Doesn’t Always Mean “Group Work”

Alec Patton

Article

Can’t I Just Let the Kids Decide What to Make?

Alec Patton, Ron Berger

Article

What if kids just copy the model?

Alec Patton

Article

How (and Why) to Start a Project with a “Model Critique”

Unboxed Staff
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Podcast

A Kindergarten Geology Project You Should Know About

Rosemarie Biocarles-Rydeen, Alec Patton
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Video

Equity in PBL Exhibitions

Brent Spirnak

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