The 74 Million – Kate Stringer
“In 1919, the question had an easy answer: Which is more engaging, going to school or doing chores at home? In 2019, the question also has an easy, but very different, answer: Which is more engaging, going to school or playing video games? Schools have to compete for students’ attention in ways they’ve never had to before, said University of Michigan professor Nell K. Duke, which she said may be one reason classrooms around the country are increasingly implementing project-based learning. “Project-based learning has the potential to make students feel like they’re making a difference,” Duke said.” (more)