Project-Based Learning
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
1) Engages students in complex,
real-world issues and problems;
where possible, the students select
and define issues or problems that
are meaningful to them.
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
2) requires students to use inquiry,
research, planning skills, critical
thinking, and problem-solving
skills as they complete the project
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
3) Requires students to learn and
apply content-specific
skills/standards and knowledge in
a variety of contexts as they work
on the project
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
4) Provides opportunities for
students to learn and practice
interpersonal skills as they work
in cooperative teams and,
whenever possible, with adults in
workplaces or the community
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
5) Gives students practice in using
the array of skills needed for their
adult lives and careers (how to
allocate time/resources; individual
responsibility, interpersonal skills,
learning through experience, etc.)
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
6) Includes expectations regarding
accomplishments/learning
outcomes; these are linked to the
learning standards and outcomes
for the school/state and are stated
at the beginning of the project.
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
7) Incorporates reflection activities
that lead students to think
critically about their experiences
and to link those experiences to
specific learning standards
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
8) Ends with a presentation or
product that demonstrates
learning and is assessed; the
criteria could be decided upon by
the students.
Eight Features of Project-
Based Learning
From: “Project-Based Learning: A
strategy for Teaching and
Learning”
Center for Youth Development and
Education - Boston
