 Gradeless schools and classrooms seem to be a hot topic of conversation in my life right now, so I wanted to address the idea of “going gradeless” here on my blog.
Let’s talk about what it means to have a gradeless school or classroom, the benefits of taking that route, and what to do to measure or demonstrate learning instead.
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 As an experiential educator and parent, I understand the significance of introducing my students to career exploration activities and guiding them toward a logical career path, as well as ensuring they have real skills to navigate evolving career landscapes when I’m gone.
Let’s talk about career exploration projects that students can apply to their real lives!  Experiential learning is awesome all of the time, but there are so many amazing opportunities for experiential learning in the fall! This blog post highlights some of my favorites. Check it out.
 "I would love to start teaching project-based learning to student-led learners, but I'm a beginner and I'm feeling really uncertain and overwhelmed by the learning curve".
I get this comment in my inbox quite often, and my response is always that you have to start student-directed project-based learning somewhere. You might as well start now, and with a few tricks of the trade in your back pocket. 
One of my favorite aspects of project-based learning (PBL) is the use of community experts and partnerships. Using the community as a resource for PBL is valuable on a number of levels, as it makes learning more authentic and real-world focused. But how can students utilize community experts for project-based learning experiences? In what ways can learners use the community as a resource?
 Halloween is a super fun and creative holiday that kids tend to love, even teenagers. This holiday is filled with candy, late nights, and tons of energy, which can pose challenges for teachers and parents, myself included! Kids' spirit for Halloween can also present an incredible opportunity to create meaningful change in the community through project-based learning. Let’s explore how we can channel this enthusiasm into impactful projects!
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Blog IntentTo provide innovative educational resources for educators, parents, and students, that go beyond lecture and worksheets. AuthorSara Segar, experiential life-science educator and advisor, curriculum writer, and mother of two. 
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