Place-Based Learning

"How does a sense of place shape community involvement? How might teachers empower students to confront oppressive societal structures and advocate for equity in their communities? Authors Micki Evans, Charity Moran Parsons, and Erin Sanchez know firsthand the impact a sense of place has on education and society at large. In Place-Based Learning: Connecting Student Inquiry to Community and Culture, they elucidate the seven place-based learning (PBL) design principles and how to implement place-based projects smoothly, from start to finish. With their Project Planning Tool, Community Asset Map, and other essential resources, teachers and leaders will be equipped to establish and maintain successful PBL implementation in their schools"--