Project-Based Learning in Social Studies
Project-based learning is a teaching method that
encourages students to expand on what they learn in class through engaging,
investigative projects. Through examples of projects to explore critical periods
of U.S. history, this series teaches readers how to use real-world tools,
skills, and tasks to answer key questions related to their favorite social
studies unit. Furthermore, each book shows readers how to engage in the process
of sustained inquiry. Not only will students learn how to approach and solve
problems, but they’ll also learn how to prepare displays or presentations to
share their discoveries with teachers and peers.
• Provides a number of
hands-on projects in line with project-based learning—an emerging trend in
pedagogy
• Subjects correlate closely to state social studies curricular
topics on U.S. history
• Connects school projects with practical, real-world
skills that readers can apply in their community
